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Vocabulario de Europa del Sur y los Balcanes - España

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Southern Europe and the Balkans Vocabulary
breathtaking
breathtaking
[Adjetivo]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

impresionante, imponente

impresionante, imponente

Ex: The breathtaking sunset painted the sky in vibrant shades of red and gold. 

El atardecer impresionante pintó el cielo en vibrantes tonos de rojo y oro.

(in|by) contrast
in contrast
[Adverbio]

used to highlight the differences between two or more things or people

por el contrario

por el contrario

Ex: John prefers to work independently, in contrast to Sarah, who thrives in a collaborative environment. 

John prefiere trabajar independientemente, en contraste con Sarah, que prospera en un entorno colaborativo.

stunning
stunning
[Adjetivo]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

impresionante, imponente

impresionante, imponente

Ex: The view from the mountaintop was absolutely stunning. 

La vista desde la cima de la montaña era absolutamente impresionante.

volcanic
volcanic
[Adjetivo]

related to or formed by the activity of volcanoes

volcánico

volcánico

Ex: Volcanic ash can travel long distances and affect air quality and visibility. 

La ceniza volcánica puede viajar largas distancias y afectar la calidad del aire y la visibilidad.

New World
New World
[Sustantivo]

a term used to refer to the Central, North and South America, in the past

Nuevo Mundo

Nuevo Mundo

vibrant
vibrant
[Adjetivo]

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

dinámico, enérgico

dinámico, enérgico

Ex: The market is always vibrant, bustling with vendors and shoppers. 

El mercado siempre está vibrante, lleno de vendedores y compradores.

diverse
diverse
[Adjetivo]

showing a variety of distinct types or qualities

diverso

diverso

Ex: She enjoys listening to diverse genres of music, from classical to jazz. 

A ella le gusta escuchar diversos géneros de música, desde el clásico hasta el jazz.

to locate
to locate
[Verbo]

to be situated or established in a particular place

situarse, estar ubicado

situarse, estar ubicado

Ex: The village is located at the base of the mountain. 
peninsula
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 children explored the rocky shores and lush forests of the remote peninsula during their summer vacation. 

Los niños exploraron las costas rocosas y los bosques frondosos de la remota península durante sus vacaciones de verano.

border
border
[Sustantivo]

a line that separates two countries, provinces, or states from each other

frontera

frontera

Ex: The fence marks the border between the two properties, ensuring clear demarcation. 
to surround

to be around something on all sides

rodear

rodear

Ex: The park is surrounded by tall buildings, creating a peaceful oasis. 
coastline
coastline
[Sustantivo]

the boundary between land and water, particularly as seen on a map or from above

costa

costa

Ex: He took a scenic drive along the coastline. 

Dio un paseo pintoresco por la costa.

populous
populous
[Adjetivo]

having a large number of inhabitants relative to its size or area

populoso

populoso

Ex: The populous region saw rapid urban growth over the last decade. 

La región poblada experimentó un rápido crecimiento urbano en la última década.

lively
lively
[Adjetivo]

full of activity, excitement, and energy

emocionante

emocionante

Ex: The party became much livelier after the band started playing. 
landmark
landmark
[Sustantivo]

a structure or a place that is historically important

monumento

monumento

Ex: Visitors flock to the Acropolis in Athens to admire the ancient temples and absorb its historical significance. 

Los visitantes acuden en masa al Acrópolis en Atenas para admirar los templos antiguos y absorber su significado histórico.

to shape
to shape
[Verbo]

to exert a significant influence on the development, nature, or outcome of something

moldear, influir

moldear, influir

Ex: The cultural background of an individual often shapes their worldview and perceptions of the world. 
civilization
civilization
[Sustantivo]

a society that has developed its own culture and institutions in a particular period of time or place

civilización

civilización

Ex: Many aspects of Greek civilization influence contemporary philosophy and art. 

Muchos aspectos de la civilización griega influyen en la filosofía y el arte contemporáneos.

influence
influence
[Sustantivo]

the ability to affect people or events, particularly through prestige, status, or authority

eficacia, influencia

eficacia, influencia

Ex: Her influence in the academic community helped secure funding for the research project. 
aqueduct
aqueduct
[Sustantivo]

a channel or pipeline used to transport water over a long distance, usually from a remote source to a town or city

acueducto

acueducto

Ex: Many historic aqueducts are now popular tourist attractions. 

Muchos acueductos históricos son ahora atracciones turísticas populares.

fall
fall
[Sustantivo]

the downfall, loss, or defeat of someone or something, often irreversible

caída

caída

Ex: The hero's fall in the story was tragic. 
to rule
to rule
[Verbo]

to control and be in charge of a country

gobernar

gobernar

Ex: The dictator ruled the country with an iron fist, suppressing dissent. 
architecture
architecture
[Sustantivo]

the art, study, or profession of designing buildings and other structures

arquitectura

arquitectura

Ex: The course introduces students to the history of architecture. 
to take back

to regain the possession of a thing or person

recuperar, retomar

recuperar, retomar

Ex: The homeowner took back their property after the tenant moved out. 

El propietario recuperó su propiedad después de que el inquilino se mudara.

colony
colony
[Sustantivo]

a country or territory politically controlled by another, more powerful country

colonia

colonia

Ex: The empire established colonies across several continents. 
to [set] sail

to begin a journey by ship or boat

Ex: The trading fleet set sail across the Atlantic. 
civil war
civil war
[Sustantivo]

a war that is between people who are in the same country

guerra civil

guerra civil

Ex: Civil wars often result in devastating consequences for the affected country, including loss of life and destruction of infrastructure. 

Las guerras civiles a menudo resultan en consecuencias devastadoras para el país afectado, incluyendo pérdida de vidas y destrucción de infraestructura.

nation
nation
[Sustantivo]

the people living within a nation or country, considered collectively

nación, pueblo

nación, pueblo

Ex: The nation expressed support for the new policy. 
dictator
dictator
[Sustantivo]

a ruler that has total power over a state, particularly a ruler who gained power through force

dictador, déspota

dictador, déspota

Ex: Many people fled the country to escape the oppressive rule of the dictator. 
a strong hand

firm and strict control or leadership

Ex: Many citizens believed only a strong hand could restore order. 
to isolate
to isolate
[Verbo]

to separate someone or something from other people or things

aislar

aislar

Ex: The researchers isolated one group from the rest of the participants. 
poverty
poverty
[Sustantivo]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

pobreza

pobreza

Ex: Education is seen as a key to escaping the cycle of poverty. 
to transition

to change or move from one state, condition, system, or activity to another

Ex: The school is gradually transitioning to a new curriculum. 
constitutional monarchy

a country ruled by a king or queen whose powers are limited by law and elected officials hold most authority

monarquía constitucional, régimen monárquico constitucional

monarquía constitucional, régimen monárquico constitucional

Ex: The king's role in a constitutional monarchy is mostly ceremonial. 

El papel del rey en una monarquía constitucional es principalmente ceremonial.

to elect
to elect
[Verbo]

to choose a person for a specific job, particularly a political one, by voting

elegir

elegir

Ex: Voters have the responsibility to elect representatives who align with their values. 
full of life

(of a place) characterized by constant activity, with people moving around, interacting, and creating a sense of liveliness

Ex: The market was full of life, buzzing with shoppers and street performers. 
passionate
passionate
[Adjetivo]

showing or having enthusiasm or strong emotions about something one care deeply about

apasionado, ferviente

apasionado, ferviente

Ex: The passionate chef poured her heart into creating innovative dishes that delighted diners. 

El chef apasionado puso todo su corazón en crear platos innovadores que deleitaron a los comensales.

to [wear|have] {one's} heart on {one's} sleeve

to make no effort to hide one's true feelings and intentions

mostrar sus sentimientos sin esconderlos, llevar el corazón en la mano

mostrar sus sentimientos sin esconderlos, llevar el corazón en la mano

Ex: He wore his heart on his sleeve and told her exactly how he felt. 

No escondió lo que sentía y le dijo exactamente cómo se sentía.

messy
messy
[Adjetivo]

lacking orderliness or cleanliness

desordenado, caótico

desordenado, caótico

Ex: She apologized for the messy state of the living room, where toys were scattered everywhere. 

Se disculpó por el estado desordenado de la sala, donde los juguetes estaban esparcidos por todas partes.

bonfire
bonfire
[Sustantivo]

a large fire built outdoors for celebration or signaling

hoguera, fogata

hoguera, fogata

Ex: Children roasted marshmallows over the bonfire. 

Los niños asaron malvaviscos sobre la hoguera.

firework
firework
[Sustantivo]

(usually plural) a small thing containing explosive powder that produces bright colors and a loud noise when it explodes or burns, mostly used at celebrations

fuego artificial, petardo

fuego artificial, petardo

Ex: They set off fireworks to celebrate their team's victory. 

Encendieron fuegos artificiales para celebrar la victoria de su equipo.

parade
parade
[Sustantivo]

a public procession of people or vehicles held to celebrate or mark an event

Ex: The championship parade drew huge crowds downtown. 
cuisine
cuisine
[Sustantivo]

a method or style of cooking that is specific to a country or region

cocina

cocina

Ex: She enjoyed trying different types of cuisine while traveling, from Italian to Thai. 

Disfrutó probando diferentes tipos de cocina mientras viajaba, desde la italiana hasta la tailandesa.

to originate

to begin to exist or develop, especially from a particular source, place, or situation

originarse

originarse

Ex: The custom may have originated hundreds of years ago. 
saffron
saffron
[Sustantivo]

the spice that is made from the dried aromatic stigmas of crocus flowers, used to add taste and color to the food

azafrán

azafrán

Ex: He likes to sprinkle a few strands of saffron into his cup of warm milk. 

A él le gusta espolvorear unos cuantos hilos de azafrán en su taza de leche caliente.

shallow
shallow
[Adjetivo]

having only a short distance from the surface, edge, or opening to the bottom or innermost part

poco profundo

poco profundo

Ex: The animal had dug a shallow hole in the ground. 
pan
pan
[Sustantivo]

a usually metal container used for cooking food

sartén

sartén

Ex: The sauce is still cooking in the pan. 
[hit] the spot

to satisfy a craving or desire, especially for food or drink

satisfacer justo el antojo, ser justo lo que apetecía

satisfacer justo el antojo, ser justo lo que apetecía

Ex: I didn't want a big meal; that little sandwich hit the spot. 
filling
filling
[Adjetivo]

(of food) making one's stomach feel full

sustancioso, llenador

sustancioso, llenador

omelet
omelet
[Sustantivo]

a dish that consists of eggs mixed together and cooked in a frying pan

omelette

omelette

Ex: The chef prepared a gourmet omelet with smoked salmon, cream cheese, and fresh dill for the brunch menu. 

El chef preparó una tortilla gourmet con salmón ahumado, queso crema y eneldo fresco para el menú del brunch.

cured
cured
[Adjetivo]

preserved using methods like salting or smoking to prevent spoilage and enhance taste

salado, ahumado

salado, ahumado

Ex: The restaurant offered a charcuterie board featuring an assortment of cured sausages and cheeses. 

El restaurante ofrecía una tabla de charcutería con una variedad de embutidos curados y quesos.

ham
ham
[Sustantivo]

meat from the upper part of a pig's hind leg, especially when cured by salting or smoking

jamón

jamón

Ex: We baked a large ham for the family dinner. 
dough
dough
[Sustantivo]

a thick mixture of flour, liquid and sometimes yeast that is baked into bread or pastry

masa

masa

Ex: The doughnut dough is rising before it gets fried. 

La masa de los donuts está subiendo antes de freírse.

to dip
to dip
[Verbo]

to put something briefly or partly into a liquid, usually to wet, coat, or soak it

mojar en

mojar en

Ex: She dipped her toes into the cold water. 
pick-me-up
pick-me-up
[Sustantivo]

something that makes one feel better or more energetic, especially when feeling tired or unmotivated

estimulante, energizante

estimulante, energizante

Ex: They gave him a small gift as a pick-me-up after a tough week. 

Le dieron un pequeño regalo como estimulante después de una semana difícil.

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