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Salir
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polite
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request
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can
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could
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glass
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water
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to see
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menu
9-
to pay
10-
contactless
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to try on
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jeans
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to help
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to carry
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to sit
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next to
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to borrow
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dictionary
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stamp
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to give somebody a lift
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return ticket
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to do somebody a favor
polite
polite
Adjetivo
p
p
o
ə
l
l
i
t
t
e
educado

educado

showing good manners and respectful behavior towards others

impolite
example
Ejemplo
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He's a polite young man who always helps his neighbors.
Despite the disagreement, he remained polite and maintained a calm and respectful tone of voice.
request
Sustantivo
r
r
e
i
q
k
u
w
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
(petición)

(petición)

solicitud

a formal application or proposal made to an authority or organization for a particular action or decision

can
Verbo
c
k
a
æ
n
n
no ser posible

no ser posible

used to express that one denies the possibility of something happening or being the case

Información Gramatical:

verbo modal
Transitivo
could
Verbo
c
k
ou
ʊ
l
d
d
[pretérito imperfecto del verbo poder]

[pretérito imperfecto del verbo poder]

used as the past tense of ‘can’

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verbo modal
glass
glass
Sustantivo
g
g
l
l
a
æ
ss
s
vaso

vaso

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

What is a "glass"?

A glass, in the context of drinkware, is a container used for serving various beverages, including water, juice, soda, cocktails, and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. It is typically made of transparent or translucent material, such as glass or crystal, allowing the contents to be visible. Glasses come in a wide range of shapes, sizes, and designs, each suited for different types of drinks and occasions. They may have stems and bases, or they may be stemless, depending on the style and functionality.

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water
water
Sustantivo
w
w
a
ɑ:
t
t
e
ə
r
r
agua

agua

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

to see
to see
Verbo
s
s
ee
i:
ver

ver

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
menu
menu
Sustantivo
m
m
e
ɛ
n
n
u
ju:
menú

menú

a list of the different food available for a meal in a restaurant

to pay
to pay
Verbo
p
p
a
e
y
ɪ
pagar

pagar

to give someone money in exchange for goods or services

contactless
Adjetivo
c
k
o
ɑ
n
n
t
t
a
æ
c
k
t
t
l
l
e
ɛ
ss
s
(contactless)

(contactless)

sin contacto

(of interactions or payments) done without physical touch, often using wireless technology

to try on
to try on
Verbo
uk flag
/ˈtraɪ ˈɑn/
probarse

probarse

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
Estado Frasal
separable
verbo de la frase
try
partícula de la frase
on
jeans
jeans
Sustantivo
j
ʤ
ea
i:
n
n
s
z
vaqueros

vaqueros

pants made of denim, that is a type of strong cotton cloth, and is used for a casual style

What are "jeans"?

Jeans are a type of pants made from denim or dungaree cloth, which is a sturdy cotton twill fabric. Originally designed as workwear, jeans have become a popular fashion item that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. They typically feature a zippered or buttoned fly, belt loops, and pockets. Jeans come in a variety of cuts, including skinny, straight-leg, bootcut, and flare, and they can be distressed or embellished with embroidery, studs, or patches. Their versatility and durability have made them a wardrobe staple for people of all ages and genders.

to help
to help
Verbo
h
h
e
ɛ
l
l
p
p
ayudar

ayudar

to give someone what they need

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Transitivo
to carry
to carry
Verbo
c
k
a
æ
rr
r
y
i
llevar

llevar

to hold someone or something and take them from one place to another

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
to sit
to sit
Verbo
s
s
i
ɪ
t
t
sentarse

sentarse

to put our bottom on something like a chair or the ground while keeping our back straight

stand

Información Gramatical:

Intransitivo
next to
next to
Preposición
uk flag
/nɛkst tuː/
al lado de

al lado de

in a position very close to someone or something

to borrow
to borrow
Verbo
b
b
o
ɑ
rr
r
o
w
pedir prestado

pedir prestado

to use or take something belonging to someone else, with the idea of returning it

lend

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
dictionary
dictionary
Sustantivo
d
d
i
ɪ
c
k
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
a
ɛ
r
r
y
i
diccionario

diccionario

a book or electronic resource that gives a list of words in alphabetical order and explains their meanings, or gives the equivalent words in a different language

What is a "dictionary"?

A dictionary is a reference book that provides definitions, pronunciations, and other information about words. It typically includes entries organized alphabetically, with each entry offering details such as the word’s meaning, usage, and grammatical information. Dictionaries may also provide information on word origins, synonyms, and antonyms. They are used to understand and clarify the meanings and correct usage of words in both written and spoken language.

stamp
stamp
Sustantivo
s
s
t
t
a
æ
m
m
p
p
(timbre)

(timbre)

sello

a small piece of paper or other material that is affixed to a letter or package to indicate that the appropriate postage fee has been paid for its delivery

What is a "stamp"?

A stamp is a small piece of paper, typically with adhesive on one side, that is used to pay for the delivery of mail. It is usually attached to an envelope or package and serves as proof that postage has been paid. Stamps often feature images, designs, or text, and their value is marked on them, indicating the amount of postage they cover. Stamps are commonly available for purchase at post offices and can vary in price depending on the size, weight, and destination of the mail. They are essential for mailing items through the postal system.

to [give] {sb} a lift
to give somebody a lift
Frase
uk flag
/ɡˈɪv ˌɛsbˈiː ɐ lˈɪft/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to provide transport for someone by offering them a ride in the vehicle one is driving

return ticket
return ticket
Sustantivo
uk flag
/ɹɪtˈɝn tˈɪkɪt/
(pasaje de ida y vuelta)

(pasaje de ida y vuelta)

billete de ida y vuelta

a ticket for a journey from one place to another and back again

Información Gramatical:

Sustantivo Compuesto
to do somebody a favor
Frase
uk flag
/dˈuː ˌɛsbˈiː ɐ fˈeɪvɚɹ ɔːɹ sˈɑːlɪd/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to perform a helpful or kind act for someone, typically without expecting something in return

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