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El libro English File - Avanzado - Lección 1B

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work
[Sustantivo]

something that we do regularly to earn money

trabajo

trabajo

Ex: She 's passionate about her work as a nurse .Ella es apasionada por su **trabajo** como enfermera.
challenging
[Adjetivo]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

retador, desafiante

retador, desafiante

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.Completar la pista de obstáculos fue **desafiante**, llevando a los participantes a sus límites físicos.
repetitive
[Adjetivo]

referring to something that involves repeating the same actions or elements multiple times, often leading to boredom or dissatisfaction

repetitivo, monótono

repetitivo, monótono

Ex: The exercise routine was effective , but its repetitive nature made it hard to stick to over time .La rutina de ejercicios fue efectiva, pero su naturaleza **repetitiva** hizo difícil mantenerla con el tiempo.
rewarding
[Adjetivo]

(of an activity) making one feel satisfied by giving one a desirable outcome

gratificante

gratificante

Ex: Helping others in need can be rewarding, as it fosters a sense of empathy and compassion .Ayudar a los demás en necesidad puede ser **gratificante**, ya que fomenta un sentido de empatía y compasión.
committed
[Adjetivo]

willing to give one's energy and time to something because one believes in it

comprometido

comprometido

Ex: Despite setbacks , the committed entrepreneur continues to pursue their business idea with passion and determination .A pesar de los contratiempos, el empresario **comprometido** sigue persiguiendo su idea de negocio con pasión y determinación.
helpful
[Adjetivo]

offering assistance or support, making tasks easier or problems more manageable for others

útil

útil

Ex: A helpful tip can save time and effort during a project .Un consejo **útil** puede ahorrar tiempo y esfuerzo durante un proyecto.
experienced
[Adjetivo]

possessing enough skill or knowledge in a certain field or job

experimentado, con experiencia

experimentado, con experiencia

Ex: The experienced traveler knows how to navigate foreign countries and cultures with ease .El viajero **experimentado** sabe cómo navegar por países y culturas extranjeros con facilidad.
adaptable
[Adjetivo]

able to change and adjust to different conditions and circumstances

compatible

compatible

Ex: The adaptable curriculum can be modified to accommodate different learning styles and abilities .El plan de estudios **adaptable** puede modificarse para acomodar diferentes estilos de aprendizaje y habilidades.
passionate
[Adjetivo]

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

apasionado, ferviente

apasionado, ferviente

Ex: Her passionate love for literature led her to pursue a career as an English teacher .Su **amor apasionado** por la literatura la llevó a seguir una carrera como profesora de inglés.
monotonous
[Adjetivo]

boring because of being the same thing all the time

monótono

monótono

Ex: The repetitive tasks at the assembly line made the job monotonous and uninteresting .Las tareas repetitivas en la línea de ensamblaje hicieron el trabajo **monótono** y poco interesante.
motivating
[Adjetivo]

encouraging action or effort by providing energy, drive, or enthusiasm

alentador

alentador

Ex: His motivating efforts at work led the team to achieve their goals faster than expected.Sus esfuerzos **motivadores** en el trabajo llevaron al equipo a alcanzar sus objetivos más rápido de lo esperado.
fulfilling
[Adjetivo]

bringing a deep sense of satisfaction or happiness

satisfactorio

satisfactorio

Ex: Traveling the world and learning about different cultures is fulfilling his lifelong dream.Viajar por el mundo y aprender sobre diferentes culturas está **cumpliendo** su sueño de toda la vida.
tedious
[Adjetivo]

boring and repetitive, often causing frustration or weariness due to a lack of variety or interest

tedioso, aburrido

tedioso, aburrido

Ex: Sorting through the clutter in the attic proved to be a tedious and time-consuming endeavor .Clasificar el desorden en el ático resultó ser una tarea **tediosa** y que consume mucho tiempo.
dead-end
[Adjetivo]

providing no opportunities to improve, advance, or progress

sin salida, sin futuro

sin salida, sin futuro

Ex: The detective was frustrated after following another dead-end lead .El detective estaba frustrado después de seguir otra pista **sin salida**.
high-powered
[Adjetivo]

having exceptional strength, influence, or capabilities

poderoso, fuerte

poderoso, fuerte

Ex: As a high-powered political advisor , she has a strong influence on policy decisions at the national level .Como asesora política **de alto poder**, tiene una gran influencia en las decisiones políticas a nivel nacional.
academic
[Adjetivo]

related to education, particularly higher education

académico

académico

Ex: Writing an academic essay involves synthesizing information from multiple sources and presenting a coherent argument .Escribir un ensayo **académico** implica sintetizar información de múltiples fuentes y presentar un argumento coherente.
career
[Sustantivo]

a profession or a series of professions that one can do for a long period of one's life

carrera, profesión

carrera, profesión

Ex: He 's had a diverse career, including stints as a musician and a graphic designer .Ha tenido una **carrera** diversa, que incluye etapas como músico y diseñador gráfico.
civil
[Adjetivo]

related to the citizens of a country

civil

civil

Ex: Civil discourse is essential for resolving societal conflicts peacefully .El discurso **civil** es esencial para resolver los conflictos sociales de manera pacífica.
event
[Sustantivo]

something special, important, and known that takes place at a particular time or place such as a festival or Valentin's Day

acontecimiento

acontecimiento

Ex: The music festival is an event that attracts thousands of fans every summer to enjoy live performances .El festival de música es un **evento** que atrae a miles de fanáticos cada verano para disfrutar de actuaciones en vivo.
fast
[Adjetivo]

having a high speed when doing something, especially moving

rápido

rápido

Ex: The fast train arrived at the destination in no time .El tren **rápido** llegó al destino en un instante.
job
[Sustantivo]

the work that we do regularly to earn money

trabajo

trabajo

Ex: She is looking for a part-time job to earn extra money .Ella está buscando un **trabajo** a tiempo parcial para ganar dinero extra.
hunting
[Sustantivo]

the act of searching for a thing or person

la búsqueda, la cacería

la búsqueda, la cacería

Ex: The team went hunting for new talent to fill key positions within the company.El equipo salió **a la caza** de nuevo talento para ocupar puestos clave dentro de la empresa.
ladder
[Sustantivo]

a piece of equipment with a set of steps that are connected to two long bars, used for climbing up and down a height

escalera

escalera

Ex: He used a ladder to reach the top shelf in the garage and grab the toolbox .Usó una **escalera** para alcanzar el estante superior en el garaje y agarrar la caja de herramientas.
manager
[Sustantivo]

someone who is in charge of running a business or managing part or all of a company or organization

director

director

Ex: The soccer team 's manager led them to victory in the championship .El **gerente** del equipo de fútbol los llevó a la victoria en el campeonato.
to move
[Verbo]

to change your position or location

mover

mover

Ex: The dancer moved gracefully across the stage .El bailarín se **movió** con gracia por el escenario.
qualification
[Sustantivo]

a skill or personal quality that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity

clasificación

clasificación

Ex: The university accepts students with the appropriate qualifications in science for the advanced research program .La universidad acepta estudiantes con las **cualificaciones** apropiadas en ciencias para el programa de investigación avanzada.
servant
[Sustantivo]

a person who does the housework as a job

sirviente, criado

sirviente, criado

Ex: She worked as a live-in servant for a wealthy family in the city .Ella trabajó como **sirvienta** interna para una familia adinerada en la ciudad.
track
[Sustantivo]

a road or path that is rough and usually made by animals or people repeatedly walking there

camino, sendero, ruto

camino, sendero, ruto

Ex: Hikers often follow tracks through forests and mountains , where the natural terrain has been shaped by wildlife or previous travelers .Los excursionistas a menudo siguen **senderos** a través de bosques y montañas, donde el terreno natural ha sido moldeado por la vida silvestre o viajeros anteriores.
maternity
[Sustantivo]

the quality or fact of being a mother to a child or children

maternidad

maternidad

Ex: The organization provides maternity support programs to help women balance their careers and family life .La organización ofrece programas de apoyo a la **maternidad** para ayudar a las mujeres a equilibrar sus carreras y vida familiar.
paternity
[Sustantivo]

the quality or fact of being a father to a child or children

paternidad, calidad de padre

paternidad, calidad de padre

Ex: The paternity of the child was a central issue in the court case , with both parties presenting evidence .La **paternidad** del niño fue un tema central en el caso judicial, con ambas partes presentando pruebas.
sick
[Adjetivo]

not in a good and healthy physical or mental state

enfermo

enfermo

Ex: She was so sick, she missed the trip .Estaba tan **enferma**, que se perdió el viaje.
compassionate
[Adjetivo]

showing kindness and understanding toward others, especially during times of difficulty or suffering

compasivo

compasivo

Ex: Her compassionate gestures , such as offering a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on , provided solace to her friends in distress .Sus gestos **compasivos**, como ofrecer un oído atento y un hombro para llorar, proporcionaron consuelo a sus amigos en apuros.
unpaid
[Adjetivo]

not yet given the money that was promised in exchange for something

no pagado, impago

no pagado, impago

Ex: Many students are forced to take unpaid positions to build their resumes while in school .Muchos estudiantes se ven obligados a aceptar puestos **no remunerados** para construir sus currículos mientras están en la escuela.
freelance
[Sustantivo]

an individual who works independently without having a long-term contract with companies

autónomo, freelance

autónomo, freelance

Ex: Many people are switching to freelance careers , attracted by the ability to manage their own schedules and workloads .Muchas personas están cambiando a carreras **freelance**, atraídas por la capacidad de gestionar sus propios horarios y cargas de trabajo.
permanent
[Adjetivo]

continuing to exist all the time, without significant changes

permanente, fijo

permanente, fijo

Ex: His permanent residence in the city allowed him to become deeply involved in local community activities .Su residencia **permanente** en la ciudad le permitió involucrarse profundamente en las actividades de la comunidad local.
temporary
[Adjetivo]

existing for a limited time

temporal, provisional

temporal, provisional

Ex: The temporary road closure caused inconvenience for commuters .El cierre **temporal** de la carretera causó inconvenientes para los viajeros.
full
[Adjetivo]

having no space left

lleno

lleno

Ex: The bus was full, so we had to stand in the aisle during the journey .El autobús estaba **lleno**, así que tuvimos que estar de pie en el pasillo durante el viaje.
time
[Sustantivo]

the quantity that is measured in seconds, minutes, hours, etc. using a device like clock

hora

hora

Ex: We had a great time at the party .Lo pasamos muy bien en la fiesta, disfrutamos mucho el **tiempo**.
part-time
[Adjetivo]

done only for a part of the working hours

a tiempo parcial

a tiempo parcial

Ex: The museum employs several part-time guides during the tourist season .El museo emplea a varios guías **a tiempo parcial** durante la temporada turística.
zero hour
[Sustantivo]

the specific moment when an event or action is scheduled to begin or take place

hora cero, momento crítico

hora cero, momento crítico

Ex: By this time next week , they will be in the middle of zero hour, managing the crisis .Para esta hora la próxima semana, estarán en medio de la **hora cero**, gestionando la crisis.
same
[Adjetivo]

like another thing or person in every way

mismo

mismo

Ex: They 're twins , so they have the same birthday .Son gemelos, así que tienen el **mismo** cumpleaños.
different
[Adjetivo]

not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

diferente

diferente

Ex: The book had a different ending than she expected .El libro tuvo un final **diferente** de lo que ella esperaba.
colleague
[Sustantivo]

someone with whom one works

colega

colega

Ex: I often seek advice from my colleague, who has years of experience in the industry and is always willing to help .A menudo busco consejo en mi **colega**, que tiene años de experiencia en la industria y siempre está dispuesto a ayudar.
coworker
[Sustantivo]

someone who works with someone else, having the same job

colega, compañero de trabajo

colega, compañero de trabajo

Ex: My coworker received a promotion after years of hard work .Mi **compañero de trabajo** recibió un ascenso después de años de trabajo duro.
to quit
[Verbo]

to give up your job, school, etc.

renunciar, dejar

renunciar, dejar

Ex: They 're worried more people will quit if conditions do n't improve .Les preocupa que más personas **renuncien** si las condiciones no mejoran.
to resign
[Verbo]

to officially announce one's departure from a job, position, etc.

renunciar

renunciar

Ex: They resigned from the committee in protest of the decision .**Renunciaron** al comité en protesta por la decisión.
staff
[Sustantivo]

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

personal

personal

Ex: The restaurant staff received training on customer service .El **personal** del restaurante recibió capacitación en servicio al cliente.
workforce
[Sustantivo]

all the individuals who work in a particular company, industry, country, etc.

mano de obra

mano de obra

Ex: Economic growth is often influenced by the productivity and size of the workforce.El crecimiento económico a menudo está influenciado por la productividad y el tamaño de la **fuerza laboral**.
to lay off
[Verbo]

to dismiss employees due to financial difficulties or reduced workload

despedir

despedir

Ex: The restaurant is laying off 20 waiters and waitresses due to the slow summer season .El restaurante está **despidiendo** a 20 camareros y camareras debido a la lenta temporada de verano.
redundant
[Adjetivo]

surpassing what is needed or required, and so, no longer of use

redundante, superfluo

redundante, superfluo

Ex: The extra steps in the process were redundant and removed .Los pasos adicionales en el proceso eran **redundantes** y fueron eliminados.

having no job

desempleado, en paro, parado

desempleado, en paro, parado

Ex: out of work gave him the opportunity to pursue his passion for painting .
off
[Adverbio]

at or to a certain distance away in physical space

a

a

Ex: They built the new barn a bit off from the old one.Construyeron el nuevo granero un poco **alejado** del antiguo.
fired
[Adjetivo]

forced to leave one's job

despedido, cesado

despedido, cesado

Ex: He didn’t expect to be fired after the meeting, but the decision was final and immediate.No esperaba ser **despedido** después de la reunión, pero la decisión fue definitiva e inmediata.
to sack
[Verbo]

to dismiss someone from their job

despedir, echar

despedir, echar

Ex: Over the years , the organization has sacked employees when necessary .A lo largo de los años, la organización ha **despedido** a empleados cuando ha sido necesario.
to get
[Verbo]

to receive or come to have something

conseguir, obtener

conseguir, obtener

Ex: The children got toys from their grandparents .Los niños **consiguieron** juguetes de sus abuelos.
to promote
[Verbo]

to move to a higher position or rank

ascender, promover

ascender, promover

Ex: After the successful project , he was promoted to vice president .Después del proyecto exitoso, fue **ascendido** a vicepresidente.
pay
[Sustantivo]

the money that is paid to someone for doing their job

salario, paga

salario, paga

Ex: They discussed pay during the final job interview .Hablarón del **salario** durante la última entrevista de trabajo.
rise
[Sustantivo]

an increase in something's number, amount, size, power, or value

aumento

aumento

Ex: She was concerned about the rise in her utility bills this month .Estaba preocupada por el **aumento** en sus facturas de servicios públicos este mes.
skill
[Sustantivo]

an ability to do something well, especially after training

habilidad

habilidad

Ex: The athlete 's skill in dribbling and shooting made him a star player on the basketball team .La **habilidad** del atleta en el regate y el tiro lo convirtió en un jugador estrella del equipo de baloncesto.
to hire
[Verbo]

to pay someone to do a job

contratar

contratar

Ex: We might hire a band for the wedding reception .Podríamos **contratar** una banda para la recepción de la boda.
to employ
[Verbo]

to give work to someone and pay them

emplear

emplear

Ex: We are planning to employ a gardener to maintain our large yard .Estamos planeando **emplear** a un jardinero para mantener nuestro gran jardín.
benefit
[Sustantivo]

an advantage or a helpful effect that is the result of a situation

beneficio

beneficio

Ex: The study highlighted the environmental benefits of using renewable energy sources .El estudio destacó los **beneficios** ambientales del uso de fuentes de energía renovable.
perk
[Sustantivo]

an extra benefit that one receives in addition to one's salary due to one's job

beneficio, ventaja

beneficio, ventaja

Ex: The perks of the internship include free access to professional development courses and networking events .Los **beneficios** de la pasantía incluyen acceso gratuito a cursos de desarrollo profesional y eventos de networking.
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