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El libro Headway - Principiante - Unidad 14

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 14 del libro de curso Headway Beginner, como "local", "mudarse", "rápidamente", etc.

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spice
[Sustantivo]

a type of dried plant with a pleasant smell used to add taste or color to the food

especia

especia

Ex: Spices like turmeric and cumin are common in Indian cuisine .Las **especias** como la cúrcuma y el comino son comunes en la cocina india.
banana
[Sustantivo]

a soft fruit that is long and curved and has hard yellow skin

banana

banana

Ex: They froze sliced bananas and blended them into a creamy banana ice cream .Congelaron rodajas de **plátano** y las licuaron para hacer un helado cremoso de **plátano**.
to imagine
[Verbo]

to make or have an image of something in our mind

imaginar

imaginar

Ex: As a child , he used to imagine being a superhero and saving the day .De niño, solía **imaginar** ser un superhéroe y salvar el día.
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.
overnight
[Adverbio]

during a single night

durante la noche

durante la noche

Ex: The town experienced a significant snowfall overnight.El pueblo experimentó una nevada significativa **durante la noche**.
journalist
[Sustantivo]

someone who prepares news to be broadcast or writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites

periodista

periodista

Ex: The journalist spent months researching for his article .**El periodista** pasó meses investigando para su artículo.
medicine
[Sustantivo]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

medicina, medicamento

medicina, medicamento

Ex: The child refused to take the bitter-tasting medicine.El niño se negó a tomar la medicina de sabor amargo.
physics
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of matter and energy and the relationships between them, including the study of natural forces such as light, heat, and movement

física

física

Ex: His fascination with physics led him to pursue research in quantum mechanics .Su fascinación por la **física** lo llevó a dedicarse a la investigación en mecánica cuántica.
chemistry
[Sustantivo]

the branch of science that is concerned with studying the structure of substances and the way that they change or combine with each other

química

química

Ex: His passion for chemistry led him to pursue a degree in chemical engineering .Su pasión por la **química** lo llevó a obtener un título en ingeniería química.
economics
[Sustantivo]

the study of how money, goods, and resources are produced, distributed, and used in a country or society

economía

economía

Ex: Behavioral economics studies how emotions and psychology influence financial decisions .La **economía** conductual estudia cómo las emociones y la psicología influyen en las decisiones financieras.
biology
[Sustantivo]

the scientific study of living organisms; the science that studies living organisms

biología

biología

Ex: Understanding biology is crucial for addressing environmental and health-related challenges .Comprender la **biología** es crucial para abordar los desafíos ambientales y relacionados con la salud.
psychology
[Sustantivo]

a field of science that studies the mind, its functions, and how it affects behavior

psicología

psicología

Ex: The professor specializes in developmental psychology, studying how people grow over time.El profesor está especializado en **psicología** del desarrollo, estudiando cómo las personas crecen con el tiempo.
research
[Sustantivo]

a careful and systematic study of a subject to discover new facts or information about it

investigación

investigación

Ex: The team 's research on consumer behavior guided their marketing strategy for the new product .La **investigación** del equipo sobre el comportamiento del consumidor guió su estrategia de marketing para el nuevo producto.
souvenir
[Sustantivo]

something that we usually buy and bring back for other people from a place that we have visited on vacation

recuerdo

recuerdo

Ex: They picked up some local chocolates as souvenirs to share with friends and family back home .Recogieron algunos chocolates locales como **recuerdos** para compartir con amigos y familiares en casa.
market
[Sustantivo]

a public place where people buy and sell groceries

mercado

mercado

Ex: They visited the farmers ' market on Saturday mornings to buy fresh fruits and vegetables .Visitaban el **mercado** de agricultores los sábados por la mañana para comprar frutas y verduras frescas.
campus
[Sustantivo]

an area of land in which a university, college, or school, along with all their buildings, are situated

campus

campus

Ex: Security patrols the campus to ensure the safety of students and staff .La seguridad patrulla el **campus** para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes y el personal.
local
[Adjetivo]

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

local

local

Ex: He 's a regular at the local pub , where he enjoys catching up with friends .Es un habitual del pub **local**, donde disfruta reunirse con amigos.
company
[Sustantivo]

an organization that does business and earns money from it

empresa, compañía

empresa, compañía

Ex: The company's main office is located downtown .La oficina principal de la **empresa** está ubicada en el centro de la ciudad.

to take people, goods, etc. from one place to another using a vehicle, ship, or aircraft

transportar

transportar

Ex: Public transportation systems in metropolitan areas are essential for transporting large numbers of commuters .Los sistemas de **transporte** público en áreas metropolitanas son esenciales para **transportar** a un gran número de pasajeros.
jeep
[Sustantivo]

a sturdy vehicle designed for traveling on rough surfaces

jeep

jeep

Ex: Jeep enthusiasts gather annually for off-road events to showcase their customized vehicles and skills .Los entusiastas del **Jeep** se reúnen anualmente para eventos todoterreno para mostrar sus vehículos personalizados y habilidades.
motorbike
[Sustantivo]

a light vehicle that has two wheels and is powered by an engine

motocicleta, moto

motocicleta, moto

Ex: They decided to take a road trip on their motorbike, stopping at different towns along the way to explore .Decidieron hacer un viaje por carretera en su **motocicleta**, parando en diferentes pueblos por el camino para explorar.
quickly
[Adverbio]

with a lot of speed

rápidamente

rápidamente

Ex: The river flowed quickly after heavy rainfall .El río fluyó **rápidamente** después de fuertes lluvias.
safari
[Sustantivo]

a journey, typically for observing and photographing wild animals in their natural habitat, especially in African countries

safari

safari

Ex: Whether capturing stunning photographs of wildlife or simply basking in the serenity of nature, a safari promises an enriching and awe-inspiring journey for adventurers of all ages.Ya sea capturando fotografías impresionantes de la vida silvestre o simplemente disfrutando de la serenidad de la naturaleza, un **safari** promete un viaje enriquecedor e inspirador para aventureros de todas las edades.
cruise
[Sustantivo]

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

crucero

crucero

Ex: The cruise director organized daily activities and events to keep passengers entertained during the transatlantic crossing .El director de la **crucero** organizó actividades y eventos diarios para mantener entretenidos a los pasajeros durante el cruce transatlántico.
boat
[Sustantivo]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

bote

bote

Ex: We went fishing in a small boat on the calm lake.Fuimos a pescar en un pequeño **barco** en el lago tranquilo.
flight
[Sustantivo]

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

vuelo

vuelo

Ex: The flight across the Atlantic took about seven hours .El **vuelo** a través del Atlántico duró aproximadamente siete horas.

to confirm your presence or reservation in a hotel or airport after arriving

registrarse, facturar

registrarse, facturar

Ex: The attendant checked us in for the flight.El asistente nos **registró** para el vuelo.
abroad
[Adverbio]

in or traveling to a different country

en el extranjero

en el extranjero

Ex: The company sent several employees abroad for the conference .La empresa envió a varios empleados al **extranjero** para la conferencia.
hostel
[Sustantivo]

a place or building that provides cheap food and accommodations for visitors

pensión, hostal

pensión, hostal

Ex: Staying at a hostel can be a great way to meet fellow travelers and share experiences from around the world .Quedarse en un **hostal** puede ser una excelente manera de conocer a otros viajeros y compartir experiencias de todo el mundo.
port
[Sustantivo]

a place of shelter for ships

puerto

puerto

Ex: The ship arrived at the port early in the morning .El barco llegó al **puerto** temprano en la mañana.
bridge
[Sustantivo]

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

puente

puente

Ex: The old stone bridge was a historic landmark in the region .El antiguo **puente** de piedra era un hito histórico en la región.
across
[Preposición]

on the opposite side of a given area or location

enfrente

enfrente

Ex: She works across the aisle from me at the office .Ella trabaja **al otro lado** del pasillo de mí en la oficina.
nearby
[Adverbio]

not in the distance

cerca

cerca

Ex: Emergency services were stationed nearby to handle any incidents .Los servicios de emergencia estaban estacionados **cerca** para manejar cualquier incidente.
rucksack
[Sustantivo]

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

mochila, morral

mochila, morral

Ex: She slung her rucksack over her shoulders and set off on the trail .Ella **colgó su mochila** sobre sus hombros y se puso en marcha por el sendero.
housewife
[Sustantivo]

a married woman who does the housework such as cooking, cleaning, etc. and takes care of the children, and does not work outside the house

ama de casa

ama de casa

Ex: Being a housewife requires patience , organization , and dedication to maintaining a comfortable and harmonious home environment .Ser una **ama de casa** requiere paciencia, organización y dedicación para mantener un ambiente hogareño cómodo y armonioso.
divorced
[Adjetivo]

no longer married to someone due to legally ending the marriage

divorciado

divorciado

Ex: The divorced man sought therapy to help him cope with the emotional aftermath of the separation.El hombre **divorciado** buscó terapia para ayudarlo a sobrellevar las secuelas emocionales de la separación.
future
[Sustantivo]

the time that will come after the present or the events that will happen then

futuro

futuro

Ex: We must think about the future before making this decision .Debemos pensar en el **futuro** antes de tomar esta decisión.
developing country
[Sustantivo]

a country that is seeking industrial development and is moving away from an economic system that is based mainly on agriculture

país en desarrollo

país en desarrollo

Ex: Technology transfer agreements are helping developing countries improve their industrial capabilities .
Czech
[Sustantivo]

the Czech Republic's official language

checo

checo

Ex: Learning Czech can be challenging for English speakers due to its complex grammar and pronunciation, but it is rewarding for those who wish to immerse themselves in the culture.Aprender **checo** puede ser un desafío para los hablantes de inglés debido a su gramática y pronunciación complejas, pero es gratificante para aquellos que desean sumergirse en la cultura.
Europe
[Sustantivo]

the second smallest continent‌, next to Asia in the east, the Atlantic Ocean in the west, and the Mediterranean Sea in the south

Europa

Europa

Ex: Many tourists visit Europe to experience its vibrant nightlife and entertainment .Muchos turistas visitan **Europa** para experimentar su vibrante vida nocturna y entretenimiento.
event
[Sustantivo]

anything that takes place, particularly something important

acontecimiento

acontecimiento

Ex: Graduation day is a significant event in the lives of students and their families .El día de graduación es un **evento** significativo en la vida de los estudiantes y sus familias.
pleasure
[Sustantivo]

a feeling of great enjoyment and happiness

placer

placer

Ex: The book brought him pleasure on many quiet afternoons .El libro le trajo **placer** en muchas tardes tranquilas.
to hope
[Verbo]

to want something to happen or be true

esperar

esperar

Ex: The team is practicing diligently , hoping to win the championship .El equipo está practicando diligentemente, **esperando** ganar el campeonato.
plan
[Sustantivo]

a chain of actions that will help us reach our goals

plan

plan

Ex: The team is working on a contingency plan to address potential challenges in the project .El equipo está trabajando en un **plan** de contingencia para abordar los posibles desafíos del proyecto.
carefully
[Adverbio]

thoroughly and precisely, with close attention to detail or correctness

detenidamente, con cuidado

detenidamente, con cuidado

Ex: The surgeon operated carefully, focusing on precision to ensure the best possible outcome for the patient .El sastre midió **cuidadosamente** los hombros de su cliente.
to explain
[Verbo]

to make something clear and easy to understand by giving more information about it

explicar

explicar

Ex: They explained the process of making a paper airplane step by step .Ellos **explicaron** el proceso de hacer un avión de papel paso a paso.
revision
[Sustantivo]

the act of examining and making corrections or alterations to a text, plan, etc.

revisión

revisión

Ex: She scheduled time for revision before the exam to reinforce her understanding of the material .Ella programó tiempo para la **revisión** antes del examen para reforzar su comprensión del material.
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