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El libro English File - Intermedio Alto - Lección 10B

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effect
[Sustantivo]

a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing

efecto

efecto

Ex: The new policy had an immediate effect on employee productivity .La nueva política tuvo un **efecto** inmediato en la productividad de los empleados.
to forget
[Verbo]

to not be able to remember something or someone from the past

olvidar

olvidar

Ex: He will never forget the kindness you showed him .Él nunca **olvidará** la amabilidad que le mostraste.
health
[Sustantivo]

the general condition of a person's mind or body

salud

salud

Ex: He decided to take a break from work to focus on his health and well-being .Decidió tomar un descanso del trabajo para concentrarse en su **salud** y bienestar.
to learn
[Verbo]

to become knowledgeable or skilled in something by doing it, studying, or being taught

aprender

aprender

Ex: We need to learn how to manage our time better .Necesitamos **aprender** a gestionar mejor nuestro tiempo.
lightning
[Sustantivo]

a bright flash, caused by electricity, in the sky or one that hits the ground from within the clouds

relámpago

relámpago

Ex: The loud thunder followed a bright flash of lightning.El fuerte trueno siguió a un brillante **relámpago**.
pro
[Sustantivo]

an argument or reason showing that there is an advantage in doing something

una ventaja, un punto a favor

una ventaja, un punto a favor

Ex: One pro of taking a gap year is the chance to gain real-world experience before starting college .Un **pro** de tomar un año sabático es la oportunidad de ganar experiencia en el mundo real antes de comenzar la universidad.
quiet
[Adjetivo]

with little or no noise

silencioso, tranquilo

silencioso, tranquilo

Ex: The forest was quiet, with only the occasional chirping of birds breaking the silence .El bosque estaba **tranquilo**, con solo el ocasional canto de los pájaros rompiendo el silencio.
supply
[Sustantivo]

(plural) necessary things, such as food, medicines, clothes, etc. for a group of people

existencias

existencias

Ex: The military delivered supplies to remote villages cut off by natural disasters .El ejército entregó **suministros** a aldeas remotas aisladas por desastres naturales.
sweet
[Adjetivo]

containing sugar or having a taste that is like sugar

dulce

dulce

Ex: The fresh strawberries were naturally sweet and juicy .Las fresas frescas eran naturalmente **dulces** y jugosas.
cause
[Sustantivo]

an event, thing, or person that gives rise to something

causa

causa

Ex: Advocating for animal rights has become her primary cause in life .Abogar por los derechos de los animales se ha convertido en su principal **causa** en la vida.
con
[Sustantivo]

a disadvantage or negative aspect of a situation or decision

desventaja, inconveniente

desventaja, inconveniente

Ex: A con of traveling by car is the amount of time it takes compared to flying .Un **inconveniente** de viajar en coche es la cantidad de tiempo que lleva en comparación con volar.
to demand
[Verbo]

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

exigir, requerir

exigir, requerir

Ex: The union members are planning to demand changes in the company 's policies during the upcoming meeting with management .Los miembros del sindicato están planeando **exigir** cambios en las políticas de la empresa durante la próxima reunión con la gerencia.
to forgive
[Verbo]

to stop being angry or blaming someone for what they have done, and to choose not to punish them for their mistakes or flaws

perdonar

perdonar

Ex: Last year, the family forgave their relative for past wrongs.El año pasado, la familia **perdonó** a su pariente por los errores del pasado.
forwards
[Adverbio]

to or toward the direction or place in front of one

adelante

adelante

Ex: He decided to take a step forwards in his career by applying for a promotion at work .Decidió dar un paso **adelante** en su carrera solicitando un ascenso en el trabajo.
to live
[Verbo]

to have your home somewhere specific

vivir

vivir

Ex: Despite the challenges, they choose to live in a rural community for a slower pace of life.A pesar de los desafíos, eligen **vivir** en una comunidad rural para un ritmo de vida más lento.
peace
[Sustantivo]

a period or state where there is no war or violence

paz

paz

Ex: She hoped for a future where peace would prevail around the world .Ella esperaba un futuro donde la **paz** prevaleciera en todo el mundo.
safety
[Sustantivo]

the condition of being protected and not affected by any potential risk or threat

seguridad

seguridad

Ex: Emergency drills in schools help students understand safety procedures in case of a fire or other threats .Los simulacros de emergencia en las escuelas ayudan a los estudiantes a comprender los procedimientos de **seguridad** en caso de incendio u otras amenazas.
short
[Adjetivo]

having a below-average distance between two points

corto, bajo

corto, bajo

Ex: The dog 's leash had a short chain , keeping him close while walking in crowded areas .La correa del perro tenía una cadena **corta**, manteniéndolo cerca mientras caminaba en áreas concurridas.
thunder
[Sustantivo]

the loud crackling noise that is heard from the sky during a storm

tormenta

tormenta

Ex: The sudden clap of thunder made everyone jump .El repentino estallido de **trueno** hizo que todos saltaran.

annoyed or disgusted by someone or something one has been dealing with for a long time

Ex: We're all sick and tired of the never-ending construction noise outside our apartment; it's impossible to find a moment of peace.

jobs or things that are different in type and small either in size, number, or significance

Ex: The chef used bits and pieces of different ingredients to create a unique and flavorful dish.

on occasions that are not regular or frequent

de vez en cuando

de vez en cuando

Ex: Now and again, she visits her old hometown to see friends.

to be patient in order to find out about the outcome, answer, or future happenings

Ex: Don’t rush to conclusions; just wait and see how things unfold.
by and large
[Adverbio]

used to indicate that something is mostly the case or generally true

en general, por lo general

en general, por lo general

Ex: By and large, the event was well-organized and attended by a diverse group of participants .**En general**, el evento estuvo bien organizado y contó con la asistencia de un grupo diverso de participantes.

a state of society where laws are followed, and public safety is maintained

Ex: The government promised to restore law and order after the protests.

not damaged or injured in any way

sano y salvo

sano y salvo

Ex: After a long journey, the children arrived at their grandparents' house safe and sound.

involving risk and uncertainty

Ex: The success of the business venture was touch and go in its early stages, but it eventually thrived.
backward
[Adverbio]

in or to the direction opposite to the front

hacia atrás

hacia atrás

Ex: He glanced backward to see if anyone was following him .Miró **hacia atrás** para ver si alguien lo seguía.
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