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Vocabulario Esencial para el GRE - Una Gota en el Oceano

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre geografía, como "brook", "glacial", "flora", etc. que se necesitan para el examen GRE.

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Essential Words Needed for the GRE
archipelago
[Sustantivo]

a large collection of islands or the sea surrounding them

archipiélago

archipiélago

Ex: Travelers often explore the archipelago for its beautiful islands .
swamp
[Sustantivo]

an area of land that is covered with water or is always very wet

pantano

pantano

Ex: Local folklore often tells tales of mysterious creatures lurking in the depths of swamp, adding to its allure and mystery .
reservoir
[Sustantivo]

a lake, either natural or artificial, from which water is supplied to houses

embalse, presa

embalse, presa

Ex: Environmentalists monitor reservoir's water quality to ensure it meets health standards for both wildlife and human consumption .
precipice
[Sustantivo]

a steep cliff or edge of a rock face, often with a significant drop

precipicio

precipicio

Ex: He felt a thrill standing at precipice of the towering rock face .
peninsula
[Sustantivo]

a large body of land that is partially surrounded by water but is attached to a larger area of land

península

península

Ex: The Arabian Peninsula is a vast desert region rich in oil and cultural history, bordered by several bodies of water, including the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf.
pinnacle
[Sustantivo]

the highest point or summit of a mountain

cima, cumbre

cima, cumbre

Ex: The pinnacle was visible from miles away .
brook
[Sustantivo]

a small, natural watercourse or stream; typically characterized by a gentle and continuous flow

riachuelo, arroyo

riachuelo, arroyo

Ex: brook's clear water sparkled in the sunlight .
deposit
[Sustantivo]

a layer of matter that has been accumulated, particularly by a body of water

yacimiento, depósito

yacimiento, depósito

Ex: Engineers study deposits in rivers to predict flooding risks .
equatorial
[Adjetivo]

relating to or located at or near the geographic equator, the imaginary line dividing the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

ecuatorial

ecuatorial

Ex: Equatorial currents play a significant role in the global ocean circulation system.
glacial
[Adjetivo]

relating to a large mass of compressed ice like those near the poles or on mountains

glacial

glacial

Ex: Glacial deposits left by ancient ice sheets shaped the landscape of the region .
moorland
[Sustantivo]

an open and high land covered with grass, bushes and heather

páramo

páramo

Ex: The trail led them across the rugged moorland landscape.
terrain
[Sustantivo]

an area of land, particularly in reference to its physical or natural features

terreno

terreno

Ex: Farmers adapted their cultivation techniques to suit the terrain of their land , employing terracing on slopes and irrigation systems in low-lying areas to optimize agricultural productivity .
wharf
[Sustantivo]

a structure built along the water's edge; often with a platform for ships to load and unload goods

embarcadero, muelle

embarcadero, muelle

Ex: Construction of a wharf improved the port 's shipping efficiency .
vale
[Sustantivo]

a low-lying piece of land between hills or mountains, often with a river flowing through it

valle

valle

Ex: The road winds through the vale between the mountains .
arid
[Adjetivo]

(of land or a climate) very dry because of not having enough or any rain

árido

árido

Ex: Arid regions are susceptible to desertification , a process where fertile land becomes increasingly dry and unable to support vegetation due to human activities or climate change .
cascade
[Sustantivo]

a small steep waterfall, usually one of several others

cascada

cascada

Ex: The guidebook highlighted a cascade as a must-see attraction .
levee
[Sustantivo]

a natural or man-made structure built along a river or waterway to prevent flooding by confining the water within its boundaries

dique

dique

Ex: The citylevee system was designed to keep the river within its banks .
canopy
[Sustantivo]

the upper layer of trees in a forest that creates a dense cover with interlocking leaves; offering shade and shelter in the ecosystem

fronda

fronda

Ex: The canopy blocked much of the sunlight from reaching the forest floor .
flora
[Sustantivo]

communities of plant life native to a specific area or period

flora

flora

Ex: He documented flora of ancient Egypt for his historical study .
foliage
[Sustantivo]

a plant or tree's branches and leaves collectively

follaje

follaje

Ex: In autumn , foliage of the trees turns brilliant shades of red and orange .
fungus
[Sustantivo]

a plant-like organism that often grows on organic matter and has no flowers or leaves, such as moulds and mushrooms

hongo

hongo

Ex: Penicillin , a groundbreaking antibiotic , is derived from a type fungus.
perennial
[Adjetivo]

(of plants) lasting for several years, often returning and flowering repeatedly during its life cycle

perenne, vivaz

perenne, vivaz

Ex: The garden featured a variety perennial plants that added color and vibrancy year after year .

to deposit pollen on a plant or flower so that it can produce new seeds or fruit

polinizar

polinizar

Ex: Some plants , like corn , pollinated by the wind , while others , like tomatoes , rely on bees .
sapling
[Sustantivo]

a small and young tree

árbol joven

árbol joven

Ex: sapling grew quickly with plenty of sunlight and nutrients .
shoot
[Sustantivo]

a new growth on a tree or plant or the part of a plant that starts to appear above the ground because it is growing

retoño, brote

retoño, brote

Ex: The bamboo shoot, a delicacy in Asian cuisine, was harvested and prepared for a stir-fry, prized for its tender texture and subtle flavor.
to sprout
[Verbo]

(of a seed or plant) to begin growing

brotar

brotar

Ex: Don't be surprised to see pumpkin seeds sprout in the compost pile under the right conditions.
biodegradable
[Adjetivo]

(of an object) able to be broken down by living organisms such as bacteria, which is then safe for the environment

biodegradable

biodegradable

Ex: Certain detergents and cleaning products are formulated biodegradable ingredients to minimize environmental impact .

to make a place, substance, etc. dirty or harmful by adding dangerous material

contaminar

contaminar

Ex: Oil spills contaminate beaches and marine ecosystems , causing extensive environmental damage .
ecological
[Adjetivo]

related to the connection between animals, plants, and humans and their environment

ecológico

ecológico

Ex: Ecological awareness encourages individuals to adopt environmentally friendly practices in their daily lives .
effluent
[Sustantivo]

liquid waste or sewage discharged into rivers, lakes, or the sea

efluente

efluente

Ex: effluent from agricultural fields , rich in fertilizers and pesticides , often finds its way into nearby streams , causing pollution and ecosystem imbalances .
zero-emission
[Adjetivo]

(of a vehicle) not producing gases harmful to the environment

sin emisiones

sin emisiones

Ex: Investing zero-emission technology is crucial for reducing carbon footprints and combating climate change .
low-impact
[Adjetivo]

in relation to activities that minimize disruption to ecosystems; emphasizing sustainability and reduced ecological footprint

de bajo impacto ambiental

de bajo impacto ambiental

Ex: He attended a workshop low-impact living to learn sustainable habits .
flurry
[Sustantivo]

a small amount of rain, snow, etc. that moves in a quick and stormy way and lasts only for a short period of time

ráfaga

ráfaga

Ex: A flurry of snow made the roads slippery .
gale
[Sustantivo]

a very powerful wind

temporal

temporal

Ex: The gale outside made it difficult to hear anything , even from inside the house .
horizon
[Sustantivo]

the line where the sky and earth seem to come in contact with each other

horizonte

horizonte

Ex: The sunset painted horizon with hues of pink and orange .
monsoon
[Sustantivo]

a period in the summer during which wind blows and rain falls in India or other hot South Asian countries

monzón

monzón

Ex: Meteorologists closely monitor atmospheric conditions to predict the onset and duration of monsoon, helping communities prepare for its arrival .
thaw
[Sustantivo]

a period during which the weather becomes warmer causing snow and ice to melt

deshielo

deshielo

Ex: After a long winter , the thaw revealed the first signs of green .
arable
[Adjetivo]

having the capacity to be used to grow crops

arable

arable

Ex: Arable farming requires land that is suitable for growing crops .
cultivation
[Sustantivo]

(agriculture) the deliberate and systematic act of nurturing of plants, crops, or skills; often involving careful attention, development, and improvement

cultivo

cultivo

Ex: He invested in new equipment to improve cultivation of his fields .
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