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Vocabulario de Oriente Medio - Irán

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to surround

to be around something on all sides

rodear

rodear

Ex: The park is surrounded by tall buildings, creating a peaceful oasis. 
to go back
to go back
[Verbo]

to trace the existence or origin of something to a specific point in time

remontarse, retroceder

remontarse, retroceder

Ex: The company's commitment to sustainability goes back for decades. 

El compromiso de la empresa con la sostenibilidad se remonta a décadas.

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.

landscape
landscape
[Sustantivo]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

paisaje

paisaje

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail. 
varied
varied
[Adjetivo]

including or consisting of many different types

variado, diverso

variado, diverso

Ex: The movie received mixed reviews due to its varied pacing and storytelling techniques. 

La película recibió críticas mixtas debido a su ritmo variado y técnicas de narración.

to sit
to sit
[Verbo]

to be or remain in a specific state or position

permanecer, quedarse

permanecer, quedarse

Ex: The unopened letter sat on the kitchen counter. 
to balance
to balance
[Verbo]

to bring something into a state of stability or harmony

equilibrar, armonizar

equilibrar, armonizar

Ex: The artist balanced light and shadow to enhance the painting. 
best of both worlds

a situation that allows one to have two different advantages at the same time

lo mejor de ambos mundos, dos ventajas a la vez

lo mejor de ambos mundos, dos ventajas a la vez

Ex: The course gives students the best of both worlds: online lessons and in-person practice. 

El curso da a los estudiantes lo mejor de ambos mundos: clases en línea y práctica presencial.

empire
empire
[Sustantivo]

a collection of countries governed by a single authority

imperio, imperio

imperio, imperio

Ex: Treaties defined the borders of the empire. 
achievement
achievement
[Sustantivo]

something that has been successfully done, particularly through hard work

logro

logro

Ex: Despite the initial challenges, the team's successful launch of the new product was a significant achievement. 
to stretch
to stretch
[Verbo]

to cover a significant distance or expanse

extenderse, abarcar

extenderse, abarcar

Ex: The forest stretches deep into the wilderness, home to a diverse range of plant and animal species. 
to expand
to expand
[Verbo]

to increase the size, number, importance, or value of something

ampliar, expandir

ampliar, expandir

Ex: Last year, they expanded the factory to accommodate higher production levels. 
canal
canal
[Sustantivo]

a long artificial waterway built for boats to travel along or for carrying water from one place to another

canal

canal

Ex: Emma rented a bicycle and rode beside the canal. 
palace
palace
[Sustantivo]

a large building that is the official home of a powerful or very important person such as a king, queen, pope, etc.

palacio

palacio

Ex: The ancient palace of the emperor stood as a testament to the grandeur of past civilizations, its ruins offering glimpses into history. 
to undergo
to undergo
[Verbo]

to experience or be subjected to a process, change, treatment, or event

someterse,  experimentar

someterse, experimentar

Ex: The building has undergone several renovations over the past decade. 
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.

discovery
discovery
[Sustantivo]

the act of finding something for the first time and before others

descubrimiento

descubrimiento

Ex: The discovery of a lost manuscript by a famous author thrilled literary scholars and enthusiasts alike. 
world stage
world stage
[Sustantivo]

the sphere of international politics, culture, or public attention where countries and major figures interact

escenario internacional, escena mundial

escenario internacional, escena mundial

Ex: The athlete became famous on the world stage during the Olympics. 

El atleta se hizo famoso en el escenario mundial durante los Juegos Olímpicos.

constitution
constitution
[Sustantivo]

the official laws and principles by which a country or state is governed

constitución

constitución

Ex: The Indian constitution is one of the longest and most detailed in the world, outlining the structure of government and the rights of its people. 
to modernize

to update or improve something

modernizar, actualizar

modernizar, actualizar

Ex: The school district is working to modernize its curriculum to align with current educational standards. 

El distrito escolar está trabajando para modernizar su currículo para alinearlo con los estándares educativos actuales.

infrastructure
infrastructure
[Sustantivo]

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

infraestructura

infraestructura

Ex: The city's infrastructure includes highways, water systems, and public transit. 

La infraestructura de la ciudad incluye carreteras, sistemas de agua y transporte público.

to overthrow

to forcefully remove a person of authority or power from their position

derrocar

derrocar

Ex: The rebels strategically planned to overthrow the dictator and bring about political change. 

Los rebeldes planearon estratégicamente derrocar al dictador y provocar un cambio político.

establishment
establishment
[Sustantivo]

the act or process of creating, founding, or bringing something into existence

fundación, creación

fundación, creación

Ex: The treaty marked the establishment of diplomatic relations between the nations. 
destruction
destruction
[Sustantivo]

the act or process of destroying something or causing severe damage to it

destrucción

destrucción

Ex: Environmental groups are trying to prevent the destruction of the forest. 
regional
regional
[Adjetivo]

involving a particular region or geographic area

regional

regional

Ex: Regional organizations promote cooperation and collaboration among neighboring countries to address common challenges. 
poetry
poetry
[Sustantivo]

a literary form that uses concentrated, imaginative, or rhythmic language to express ideas, feelings, or experiences

poesía

poesía

Ex: His poetry often explores memory and loss. 
beyond
beyond
[Adverbio]

in a way that surpasses or extends past a particular limit, point, or stage

más allá, allende

más allá, allende

Ex: The machine performed past its expected lifespan and beyond. 

La máquina funcionó más allá de su vida útil esperada y más allá.

admiration
admiration
[Sustantivo]

a feeling of much respect for and approval of someone or something

admiración

admiración

Ex: The young scientist's groundbreaking research garnered admiration from experts in the field. 

La investigación innovadora del joven científico obtuvo la admiración de los expertos en el campo.

to cherish
to cherish
[Verbo]

to hold dear and deeply appreciate something or someone

apreciar

apreciar

Ex: Friends cherish the time spent reconnecting during annual gatherings. 

Los amigos aprecian el tiempo pasado reconectando durante las reuniones anuales.

Persian
Persian
[Adjetivo]

related to Iran, its language, or people

persa

persa

Ex: They attended a Persian cultural festival showcasing music, dance, and art. 

Asistieron a un festival cultural persa que mostraba música, danza y arte.

to receive
to receive
[Verbo]

to be subjected to or experience a particular reaction or feedback from others

recibir, obtener

recibir, obtener

Ex: His proposal to revamp the company's marketing strategy received cautious optimism from the board of directors. 
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.

dish
dish
[Sustantivo]

food that is made in a special way as part of a meal

plato, platillo

plato, platillo

Ex: This dish is made with rice, vegetables, and spices. 
kebab
kebab
[Sustantivo]

food made with pieces of meat and vegetables roasted or grilled on fire, typically on a skewer

kebab

kebab

Ex: She prepared vegetarian kebabs with marinated tofu, bell peppers, and mushrooms. 

Ella preparó kebabs vegetarianos con tofu marinado, pimientos y champiñones.

stew
stew
[Sustantivo]

a dish of vegetables or meat cooked at a low temperature in liquid in a closed container

guisado, estofado, guiso

guisado, estofado, guiso

Ex: He enjoyed a steaming bowl of chicken stew, packed with vegetables and seasoned with fragrant herbs. 

Disfrutó de un humeante plato de estofado de pollo, lleno de verduras y sazonado con hierbas fragantes.

herb
herb
[Sustantivo]

a plant whose leaves, seeds, or other parts are used for flavoring food, medicine, or fragrance

hierba, yerba

hierba, yerba

Ex: This herb has traditionally been used to treat stomach problems. 
sugar cube
sugar cube
[Sustantivo]

a small, solid sugar cube used for sweetening beverages

terrón de azúcar,cubo de azúcar

terrón de azúcar,cubo de azúcar

Ex: They prepared a delicious dessert by crumbling sugar cubes over fresh fruit salad. 

Prepararon un delicioso postre desmenuzando terrones de azúcar sobre una ensalada de frutas frescas.

to [enjoy] {one's} company

to like being with someone and find their presence pleasant or enjoyable

Ex: She enjoys my company more than anyone else’s. 
geographical
geographical
[Adjetivo]

determined by geography

geográfico

geográfico

diversity
diversity
[Sustantivo]

the state of including or containing many different types, characteristics, or elements

diversidad

diversidad

Ex: Genetic diversity helps populations adapt to environmental changes. 
lush
lush
[Adjetivo]

(of vegetation) growing densely and looking strong and healthy

exuberante, lozano

exuberante, lozano

Ex: The garden thrived with lush foliage, thanks to regular watering and nutrient-rich soil. 

El jardín prosperó con un follaje frondoso, gracias al riego regular y al suelo rico en nutrientes.

fertile
fertile
[Adjetivo]

(of land or soil) able to produce crops or plants well

fértil

fértil

Ex: The ancient civilizations settled near fertile river valleys, where they could grow crops and sustain large populations. 

Las antiguas civilizaciones se asentaron cerca de valles fluviales fértiles, donde podían cultivar y mantener a grandes poblaciones.

to escape
to escape
[Verbo]

to get out of or avoid an unpleasant situation

escapar, huir

escapar, huir

Ex: Mark discreetly tried to escape the boring meeting. 
luxury
luxury
[Adjetivo]

expensive and designed to provide exceptional comfort or high quality

de lujo,  lujoso

de lujo, lujoso

Ex: The neighborhood has several luxury apartment buildings. 
to unwind
to unwind
[Verbo]

to relax and stop worrying after being under stress

relajarse, desestresarse

relajarse, desestresarse

Ex: They often unwind by listening to soothing music in the evening. 

A menudo se relajan escuchando música relajante por la noche.

on the other (hand|)

used to introduce a contrasting aspect of a situation, especially when comparing it to a previous point

por otro lado, por otra parte

por otro lado, por otra parte

Ex: This phone has a great camera.  On the other hand, its battery life is terrible. 

Este teléfono tiene una cámara excelente. Por otro lado, su duración de batería es terrible.

mangrove
mangrove
[Sustantivo]

a tropical tree or shrub bearing fruit that germinates while still on the tree and having numerous prop roots that eventually form an impenetrable mass and are important in land building

mangle, manglar

mangle, manglar

wildlife
wildlife
[Sustantivo]

wild animals living freely in their natural environment, considered collectively

fauna

fauna

Ex: Emma enjoys photographing wildlife in the mountains. 
peak
peak
[Sustantivo]

the pointed top of a mountain

cumbre, cima

cumbre, cima

Ex: From the peak, they could see for miles in every direction. 
volcano
volcano
[Sustantivo]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

volcán

volcán

Ex: The volcano's eruption was one of the most destructive in history. 

La erupción del volcán fue una de las más destructivas de la historia.

to stand
to stand
[Verbo]

to possess or exhibit a specific vertical height

medir, tener

medir, tener

Ex: The basketball player, known for his remarkable talent, stands an impressive height of 6 feet 10 inches. 
to take on
to take on
[Verbo]

to accept something as a challenge

aceptar, asumir

aceptar, asumir

Ex: The students were excited to take on the challenge of organizing the school fair. 

Los estudiantes estaban emocionados de asumir el desafío de organizar la feria escolar.

bazaar
bazaar
[Sustantivo]

a shop selling many different kinds of goods

bazar

bazar

Ex: A new bazaar opened beside the railway station. 
craft
craft
[Sustantivo]

an activity, occupation, or trade that requires skill and experience, especially in making things by hand

artesanía

artesanía

Ex: Daniel spent years mastering the craft of furniture making. 
shopping center
shopping center
[Sustantivo]

an area of stores or a group of stores built together in one area

centro comercial

centro comercial

Ex: The shopping center is just a five-minute drive from our house. 

El centro comercial está a solo cinco minutos en coche de nuestra casa.

side by side
side by side
[Adjetivo]

describing two or more things that are positioned next to each other

uno al lado del otro, adyacentes

uno al lado del otro, adyacentes

Ex: The soldiers marched side by side in perfect formation. 

Los soldados marchaban uno al lado del otro en formación perfecta.

extended family
extended family
[Sustantivo]

a large family group consisting of parents and children that might also include grandparents, aunts, or uncles

familia extendida

familia extendida

Ex: During the holidays, the extended family gathers at the grandparents' house for a big feast. 

Durante las vacaciones, la familia extendida se reúne en la casa de los abuelos para un gran banquete.

to value
to value
[Verbo]

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

valorar, apreciar

valorar, apreciar

Ex: The manager consistently values open discussions during team meetings. 
feat
feat
[Sustantivo]

an impressive or remarkable achievement or accomplishment, often requiring great skill or strength

hazaña, logro notable

hazaña, logro notable

in use
in use
[Adjetivo]

currently serving a practical purpose or function

en uso, en servicio

en uso, en servicio

Ex: This software is in use across the entire company. 
reliable
reliable
[Adjetivo]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

fiable

fiable

Ex: Despite challenges, the reliable employee consistently meets deadlines and exceeds expectations. 

A pesar de los desafíos, el empleado confiable cumple constantemente con los plazos y supera las expectativas.

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