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Vocabulario de Asia Oriental y Oceanía - Taiwán

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East Asia and Oceania Vocabulary
trail
trail
[Sustantivo]

a path or track that has been roughly marked or cleared, often found in wild or hilly terrain

sendero, rastro

sendero, rastro

Ex: A well-worn trail led to the hidden waterfall deep in the hills. 

Un sendero muy transitado conducía a la cascada oculta en lo profundo de las colinas.

mountain range
mountain range
[Sustantivo]

a group of mountains or hills in a line

cordillera, sierra

cordillera, sierra

Ex: We hiked through the mountain range for days. 

Caminamos por la cordillera durante días.

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.

geology
geology
[Sustantivo]

a field of science that studies the structure of the earth and its history

geología

geología

Ex: Studying geology reveals the history of our planet, from the formation of continents to the evolution of life. 

El estudio de la geología revela la historia de nuestro planeta, desde la formación de los continentes hasta la evolución de la vida.

resort
resort
[Sustantivo]

an establishment that provides vacationers with lodging, food, entertainment, etc.

complejo turístico, resort

complejo turístico, resort

Ex: The resort offers spa treatments to help guests unwind and relax. 

El resort ofrece tratamientos de spa para ayudar a los huéspedes a relajarse y descansar.

endangered
endangered
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) being at risk of extinction

en peligro de extinción

en peligro de extinción

Ex: The extinction of the black rhinoceros is a tragic result of the species becoming endangered. 

La extinción del rinoceronte negro es un resultado trágico de la especie en peligro de extinción.

conservation effort

an organized attempt to protect and preserve animals, plants, natural resources, or the environment

Ex: The government funded a major conservation effort in the national park. 
habitat
habitat
[Sustantivo]

the place or area in which certain animals, birds, or plants naturally exist, lives, and grows

hábitat

hábitat

Ex: Urban expansion is destroying the habitat of many wild animals. 

La expansión urbana está destruyendo el hábitat de muchos animales salvajes.

migratory
migratory
[Adjetivo]

(of animals or birds) moving from one place to another, often with the changing seasons

migratorio

migratorio

Ex: Some fish are migratory, swimming upstream to spawn. 

Algunos peces son migratorios, nadando río arriba para desovar.

wetland
wetland
[Sustantivo]

an area of land characterized by its soil, water, and vegetation, where the water table is at or near the surface for a significant part of the year

humedal, pantano

humedal, pantano

Ex: Wetlands play a crucial role in water purification, filtering pollutants and sediments from runoff. 

Los humedales desempeñan un papel crucial en la purificación del agua, filtrando contaminantes y sedimentos de la escorrentía.

bustling
bustling
[Adjetivo]

(of a place or environment) full of activity, energy, and excitement, often with a lot of people moving around and engaged in various tasks or social interactions

bullicioso, animado

bullicioso, animado

Ex: The bustling café was packed with students studying, friends chatting, and baristas preparing coffee. 

El café bullicioso estaba lleno de estudiantes estudiando, amigos charlando y baristas preparando café.

skyscraper
skyscraper
[Sustantivo]

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

rascacielos

rascacielos

Ex: The architect designed a futuristic skyscraper with glass facades. 

El arquitecto diseñó un rascacielos futurista con fachadas de vidrio.

temple
temple
[Sustantivo]

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

templo

templo

Ex: She performed rituals at the temple during the festival of Diwali. 

Ella realizó rituales en el templo durante el festival de Diwali.

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.

observation
observation
[Sustantivo]

the process or action of carefully watching a thing or person, often for learning something about them

observación, vigilancia

observación, vigilancia

Ex: She gained valuable insights through careful observation. 

Ella obtuvo valiosas ideas a través de una cuidadosa observación.

deck
deck
[Sustantivo]

a platform or floor that has a design that looks like a ship's deck

terraza

terraza

Ex: The backyard deck was the perfect place for summer barbecues and gatherings. 

La terraza trasera era el lugar perfecto para barbacoas y reuniones de verano.

panoramic
panoramic
[Adjetivo]

providing or capturing an extensive view of a scene or area

panorámico, que ofrece una vista panorámica

panorámico, que ofrece una vista panorámica

Ex: The panoramic windows in the restaurant offered diners a breathtaking view of the ocean. 

Las ventanas panorámicas del restaurante ofrecían a los comensales una vista impresionante del océano.

memorable
memorable
[Adjetivo]

easy to remember or worth remembering, particularly because of being different or special

memorable

memorable

Ex: The memorable vacation to the mountains was filled with unforgettable experiences. 

Las vacaciones memorables en las montañas estuvieron llenas de experiencias inolvidables.

must-see
must-see
[Sustantivo]

something that is essential to visit, especially because it is impressive, important, or unique

imprescindible, imperdible

imprescindible, imperdible

Ex: The Grand Canyon is a must-see for anyone interested in natural wonders. 

El Gran Cañón es un imperdible para cualquiera interesado en las maravillas naturales.

food stall
food stall
[Sustantivo]

a small stand or booth where food is prepared and sold

Ex: She runs a food stall that specializes in noodles. 
stinky
stinky
[Adjetivo]

smelling very bad

apestoso

apestoso

Ex: The stinky socks left on the floor made the whole room smell bad. 

Los calcetines apestosos dejados en el suelo hicieron que toda la habitación oliera mal.

bubble tea
bubble tea
[Sustantivo]

a sweet Taiwanese drink made with tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls, often served cold with a wide straw

té de burbujas, té con perlas

té de burbujas, té con perlas

Ex: He loves the texture of tapioca pearls in his bubble tea. 

A él le encanta la textura de las perlas de tapioca en su té de burbujas.

oyster
oyster
[Sustantivo]

a type of shellfish that can be eaten both raw and cooked, some of which contain pearls inside

ostra

ostra

Ex: She ordered a dozen raw oysters as an appetizer, served with mignonette sauce and freshly grated horseradish. 

Ella pidió una docena de ostras crudas como entrante, servidas con salsa mignonette y rábano picante recién rallado.

walk of life
walk of life
[Sustantivo]

careers in general

profesión, oficio

profesión, oficio

envelope
envelope
[Sustantivo]

a thin, paper cover in which we put and send a letter

sobre

sobre

Ex: She found an old envelope with photos in it. 

Ella encontró un viejo sobre con fotos dentro.

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.

lantern
lantern
[Sustantivo]

a portable light consisting of a handle and a housing that contains a light source

linterna, farol

linterna, farol

Ex: The festival featured hundreds of glowing lanterns. 

El festival presentó cientos de linternas brillantes.

magical
magical
[Adjetivo]

inspiring wonder or delight, as if possessing enchanting qualities

mágico, encantado

mágico, encantado

Ex: The magical melody of the music brought tears to the audience's eyes. 

La melodía mágica de la música trajo lágrimas a los ojos del público.

sight
sight
[Sustantivo]

anything that is seen

vista,  espectáculo

vista, espectáculo

good fortune
good fortune
[Sustantivo]

an auspicious state resulting from favorable outcomes

buena fortuna, suerte

buena fortuna, suerte

Ex: The expedition owed its survival partly to good fortune. 
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.

tender
tender
[Adjetivo]

(of food) easy to chew or cut

tierno

tierno

Ex: The braised lamb shanks were incredibly tender, falling off the bone with ease. 

Las piernas de cordero estofadas eran increíblemente tiernas, desprendiéndose del hueso con facilidad.

broth
broth
[Sustantivo]

a flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish, or vegetables in water

caldo, consomé

caldo, consomé

Ex: He sipped the steaming chicken broth, feeling its comforting warmth soothe his sore throat. 

Él sorbió el caldo de pollo humeante, sintiendo su cálido consuelo aliviar su dolor de garganta.

chewy
chewy
[Adjetivo]

(of food) requiring to be chewed a lot in order to be swallowed easily

masticable, correoso, duro

masticable, correoso, duro

Ex: The beef jerky was tough and chewy, providing a satisfying snack on the go. 

La carne seca era dura y fibrosa, proporcionando un bocadillo satisfactorio para llevar.

tapioca pearl
tapioca pearl
[Sustantivo]

small round balls made from tapioca starch, often used in drinks and desserts, that become soft and chewy when cooked

perla de tapioca, bolita de tapioca

perla de tapioca, bolita de tapioca

Ex: The dessert was topped with sweet syrup and tapioca pearls. 

El postre estaba cubierto con jarabe dulce y perlas de tapioca.

strong-smelling
strong-smelling
[Adjetivo]

having a strong odor

fermented
fermented
[Adjetivo]

transformed by natural microorganisms, often resulting in the creation of acids, gases, or alcohol

fermentado

fermentado

Ex: The fermented dough rose overnight, resulting in fluffy and flavorful bread. 

La masa fermentada subió durante la noche, resultando en un pan esponjoso y sabroso.

shellfish
shellfish
[Sustantivo]

a type of sea creature with a shell, such as clams, oysters, mussels, shrimp, lobster, etc.

marisco

marisco

Ex: The aquarium exhibit showcased various species of shellfish, including colorful hermit crabs and vibrant sea snails. 

La exhibición del acuario mostró varias especies de mariscos, incluyendo cangrejos ermitaños coloridos y caracoles de mar vibrantes.

paradise
paradise
[Sustantivo]

a place or state of perfect happiness, peace, and delight

paraíso, edén

paraíso, edén

Ex: The villagers considered the valley to be their paradise. 

Los aldeanos consideraban el valle como su paraíso.

electronics
electronics
[Sustantivo]

devices that operate using electrical circuits, such as smartphones, laptops, or TVs

electrónica, dispositivos electrónicos

electrónica, dispositivos electrónicos

Ex: This mall has five stores specializing in electronics. 

Este centro comercial tiene cinco tiendas especializadas en electrónicos.

semiconductor
semiconductor
[Sustantivo]

a conductor made with semiconducting material

semiconductor, conductor semiconductor

semiconductor, conductor semiconductor

microchip
microchip
[Sustantivo]

a small piece of material that is a semiconductor, used to make an integrated circuit

microchip

microchip

Ex: Each microchip contains millions of tiny circuits. 

Cada microchip contiene millones de circuitos diminutos.

green
green
[Adjetivo]

(of a substance or product) causing no harm to the environment

verde

verde

Ex: The green technology used in the new cars helps reduce overall emissions. 

La tecnología verde utilizada en los nuevos automóviles ayuda a reducir las emisiones generales.

environmentally friendly

referring to actions, products, or practices that aim to preserve or protect the natural environment

respetuoso con el medio ambiente

respetuoso con el medio ambiente

Ex: Her goal was to create an environmentally friendly garden that supports local wildlife. 

Su objetivo era crear un jardín ecológico que apoyara la vida silvestre local.

strait
strait
[Sustantivo]

a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water, often linking two seas or an inlet with a larger expanse of water

estrecho

estrecho

Ex: The Taiwan Strait separates Taiwan from mainland China, and it is an area of geopolitical significance. 

El estrecho de Taiwán separa Taiwán de la China continental, y es un área de importancia geopolítica.

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.

scenic
scenic
[Adjetivo]

having a very beautiful view of nature

pintoresco, panorámico

pintoresco, panorámico

Ex: The scenic trail wound through the forest, revealing hidden waterfalls and meadows. 

El sendero pintoresco serpenteaba por el bosque, revelando cascadas y prados ocultos.

landscape
landscape
[Sustantivo]

an area of scenery visible in a single view

paisaje

paisaje

Ex: The photographer captured the desert landscape in detail. 

El fotógrafo capturó el paisaje desértico en detalle.

diversity
diversity
[Sustantivo]

the practice of involving many people from different cultures, social backgrounds, sexual orientations, etc.

diversidad

diversidad

Ex: The city council's diversity initiative aims to ensure representation from all community sectors in decision-making processes. 

La iniciativa de diversidad del consejo municipal tiene como objetivo garantizar la representación de todos los sectores de la comunidad en los procesos de toma de decisiones.

hospitality
hospitality
[Sustantivo]

kindness in welcoming guests or strangers

hospitalidad

hospitalidad

to inhabit
to inhabit
[Verbo]

to reside in a specific place

habitar, residir

habitar, residir

Ex: The indigenous people have inhabited this land for centuries. 

Los pueblos indígenas habitan esta tierra desde hace siglos.

indigenous
indigenous
[Adjetivo]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

indígena,  autóctono

indígena, autóctono

Ex: The festival celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people, featuring traditional music, dance, and crafts. 

El festival celebró el rico patrimonio cultural de los pueblos indígenas, con música, danza y artesanías tradicionales.

colonization
colonization
[Sustantivo]

the act of taking control of another country and sending people to settle there

colonización

colonización

Ex: The island's colonization by settlers led to conflicts with native inhabitants. 

La colonización de la isla por parte de colonos llevó a conflictos con los habitantes nativos.

to cede
to cede
[Verbo]

to hand over power, land, or a position to another, particularly due to being forced

ceder

ceder

Ex: They had no choice but to cede their shares in the business when they declared bankruptcy. 

No tuvieron más remedio que ceder sus acciones en el negocio cuando declararon bancarrota.

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.

to retreat
to retreat
[Verbo]

to move back or withdraw to a safer or more comfortable place, especially to avoid something unpleasant

retirarse, replegarse

retirarse, replegarse

Ex: Birds often retreat to their nests during heavy rain. 

Los pájaros a menudo se retiran a sus nidos durante las fuertes lluvias.

glimpse
glimpse
[Sustantivo]

a quick look

vistazo, golpe de vista

vistazo, golpe de vista

towering
towering
[Adjetivo]

having an impressive height

impresionante, colosal

impresionante, colosal

Ex: She stood beneath the towering oak tree, marveling at its ancient branches. 

Ella se paró debajo del roble imponente, maravillada por sus ramas antiguas.

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.

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.

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.

nearly
nearly
[Adverbio]

to a degree that is close to being complete

casi

casi

Ex: The concert tickets were nearly sold out, with only a few remaining. 

Las entradas para el concierto estaban casi agotadas, con solo unas pocas restantes.

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