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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency) - Precaución, Juicio y Conciencia

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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)

to quickly turn a disadvantageous circumstance into a beneficial one

Ex: She was initially behind in the competition, but her determination and hard work helped her turn the tables and win the championship.

more than one skill or plan to increase chances of success

Ex: The athlete developed two strings to his bow by training in both sprinting and long jump.

to indulge in aimless daydreaming, often drifting away from reality or practical concerns

soñar despierto, divagar

soñar despierto, divagar

Ex: I tend to woolgather when I 'm bored or tired .Tiendo a **soñar despierto** cuando estoy aburrido o cansado.
woolgathering
[Sustantivo]

the act or state of being lost in fanciful thought

ensimismamiento, divagación

ensimismamiento, divagación

Ex: Their conversation veered into woolgathering, full of whimsical what-ifs .Su conversación se desvió hacia el **ensueño**, lleno de caprichosos supuestos.
pensive
[Adjetivo]

reflective and thoughtful, often with a hint of melancholy and sadness

pensativo

pensativo

Ex: During the meeting , he wore a pensive look , clearly absorbed in contemplating the complex issues at hand .Durante la reunión, lucía una mirada **pensativa**, claramente absorto en contemplar los complejos problemas que tenía ante sí.
portent
[Sustantivo]

a sign or indication of what is to come, especially something unfortunate

presagio

presagio

Ex: The ancient prophecy was regarded as a portent of the kingdom 's downfall if left unheeded .La antigua profecía era considerada como un **presagio** de la caída del reino si no se hacía caso.
to presage
[Verbo]

to serve as a sign or warning of a future event

presagiar, augurar

presagiar, augurar

Ex: The unusual behavior of wildlife presaged the earthquake that followed .El comportamiento inusual de la vida silvestre **presagió** el terremoto que siguió.
to bode
[Verbo]

to be an omen or indication of a future outcome, often suggesting something negative or ominous

ser señal de

ser señal de

Ex: Her absence from the team meetings has boded poorly for her chances of promotion .Su ausencia en las reuniones del equipo ha **presagiado** mal para sus posibilidades de ascenso.
augury
[Sustantivo]

a sign, omen, or event interpreted as foretelling future outcomes, often fateful ones

augurio

augurio

Ex: The villagers took the unexpected migration of birds as an augury of an impending natural disaster .Su sueño fue tomado como un **augurio** de éxito.

a clear sign that something unfortunate is going to happen

Ex: They ignored the writing on the wall and were surprised by the business failure.

on the lookout, especially for danger, opportunity, or unexpected events

Ex: Investors are on the qui vive for market shifts.
leery
[Adjetivo]

causing or feeling caution or suspicion

receloso

receloso

Ex: They were leery of the unfamiliar territory and decided to stay cautious .Eran recelosos del territorio desconocido y decidieron mantenerse cautelosos.
chary
[Adjetivo]

afraid and cautious of the possible outcomes of an action, thus reluctant to take risks or action

cauteloso

cauteloso

Ex: Although interested , he remained chary about signing the contract without further review .Aunque interesado, se mantuvo **cauteloso** acerca de firmar el contrato sin una revisión adicional.

to carefully examine something and judge its value, often in terms of money or quality

evaluar,  tasar

evaluar, tasar

Ex: The antique dealer appraises the old furniture to determine its value .El anticuario **valora** los muebles antiguos para determinar su valor.

to determine something with certainty by careful examination or investigation

establecer

establecer

Ex: We are ascertaining the availability of resources .Estamos **determinando** la disponibilidad de los recursos.

a hope or wish that cannot be realized or fulfilled

Ex: Hoping to become a famous singer without singing a note is like building a castle in the air; it requires hard work and dedication.
volition
[Sustantivo]

the faculty to use free will and make decisions

voluntad, volición

voluntad, volición

Ex: Despite the challenges , she faced them with determination and volition, refusing to give up on her goals .A pesar de los desafíos, los enfrentó con determinación y **voluntad**, negándose a renunciar a sus metas.
gingerly
[Adverbio]

in a very careful or cautious manner, especially to avoid harm or discomfort

cautelosamente, con cuidado

cautelosamente, con cuidado

Ex: They gingerly lifted the injured bird from the ground .Levantaron **cuidadosamente** al pájaro herido del suelo.
intently
[Adverbio]

in a way that shows close focus, deep concentration, or eager attention to something

atentamente, con atención

atentamente, con atención

Ex: She studied the map intently before making her move .Estudió el mapa **atentamente** antes de hacer su movimiento.
vigil
[Sustantivo]

a period of watchfulness, often maintained to protect, monitor, or await something significant

una vigilia, una guardia

una vigilia, una guardia

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