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El libro Summit 1B - Unidad 8 - Lección 3

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to expect
[Verbo]

to think or believe that it is possible for something to happen or for someone to do something

esperar, contar con

esperar, contar con

Ex: He expects a promotion after all his hard work this year .Él **espera** un ascenso después de todo su arduo trabajo este año.
expectation
[Sustantivo]

a belief about what is likely to happen in the future, often based on previous experiences or desires

expectación

expectación

Ex: Setting realistic expectations for oneself can lead to greater satisfaction and fulfillment in life .Establecer **expectativas** realistas para uno mismo puede llevar a una mayor satisfacción y realización en la vida.
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.
explanation
[Sustantivo]

information or details that are given to make something clear or easier to understand

explicación, aclaración

explicación, aclaración

Ex: The guide 's detailed explanation enhanced their appreciation of the museum exhibit .La **explicación** detallada del guía mejoró su apreciación de la exposición del museo.

to prevent someone from achieving success, particularly by nullifying their efforts

frustrar

frustrar

Ex: The last-minute rule change frustrated the team 's strategy .El cambio de regla de último momento **frustró** la estrategia del equipo.
frustration
[Sustantivo]

the feeling of being impatient, annoyed, or upset because of being unable to do or achieve what is desired

frustración

frustración

Ex: The frustration of not being able to solve the puzzle made him give up .La **frustración** de no poder resolver el rompecabezas lo hizo rendirse.
to permit
[Verbo]

to allow something or someone to do something

permitir, autorizar

permitir, autorizar

Ex: The manager permits employees to take an extra break if needed .El gerente **permite** a los empleados tomar un descanso adicional si es necesario.
permission
[Sustantivo]

the action of allowing someone to do a particular thing or letting something happen, particularly in an official way

permiso, autorización

permiso, autorización

Ex: Visitors must obtain permission from the landowner before entering private property .Los visitantes deben obtener **permiso** del propietario antes de ingresar a una propiedad privada.
to develop
[Verbo]

to change and become stronger or more advanced

desarrollarse

desarrollarse

Ex: As the disease progresses , symptoms may develop in more severe forms .A medida que la enfermedad avanza, los síntomas pueden **desarrollarse** en formas más graves.
development
[Sustantivo]

a process or state in which something becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.

desarrollo

desarrollo

Ex: They monitored the development of the plant to understand its growth patterns .Monitorearon el **desarrollo** de la planta para entender sus patrones de crecimiento.
to involve
[Verbo]

to contain or include something as a necessary part

implicar, suponer, involucrar

implicar, suponer, involucrar

Ex: The test will involve answering questions about a photograph .La prueba **implicará** responder preguntas sobre una fotografía.
involvement
[Sustantivo]

the state of being part of something or having a connection with it

implicación, participación

implicación, participación

Ex: His involvement in the project led to new ideas and improvements .Su **participación** en el proyecto condujo a nuevas ideas y mejoras.
courteous
[Adjetivo]

behaving with politeness and respect

educado, cortés

educado, cortés

Ex: He always remains courteous, even when dealing with difficult customers .Siempre se mantiene **cortés**, incluso cuando trata con clientes difíciles.
courtesy
[Sustantivo]

a display of good manners and polite behavior toward other people

cortesía

cortesía

Ex: She offered her seat to the older man as a courtesy.Ella ofreció su asiento al hombre mayor como **cortesía**.
difficult
[Adjetivo]

needing a lot of work or skill to do, understand, or deal with

difícil

difícil

Ex: Cooking a gourmet meal from scratch can be difficult for novice chefs .Cocinar una comida gourmet desde cero puede ser **difícil** para los chefs novatos.
difficulty
[Sustantivo]

a challenge or circumstance, typically encountered while trying to reach a goal or finish something

dificultad

dificultad

Ex: She explained the difficulties she faced while moving to a new city .Ella explicó las **dificultades** que enfrentó al mudarse a una nueva ciudad.
responsible
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) having an obligation to do something or to take care of someone or something as part of one's job or role

responsable

responsable

Ex: Drivers should be responsible for following traffic laws and ensuring road safety .Los conductores deben ser **responsables** de seguir las leyes de tráfico y garantizar la seguridad vial.
responsibility
[Sustantivo]

the obligation to perform a particular duty or task that is assigned to one

responsabilidad, obligación

responsabilidad, obligación

Ex: Parents have the responsibility of providing a safe and nurturing environment for their children .Los padres tienen la **responsabilidad** de proporcionar un entorno seguro y enriquecedor para sus hijos.
reliable
[Adjetivo]

able to be trusted to perform consistently well and meet expectations

fiable

fiable

Ex: The reliable product has a reputation for durability and performance .El producto **fiable** tiene una reputación de durabilidad y rendimiento.
reliability
[Sustantivo]

the level to which something or someone can be counted on

fiabilidad

fiabilidad

capable
[Adjetivo]

having the required quality or ability for doing something

capaz, competente

capaz, competente

Ex: The capable doctor provides compassionate care and accurate diagnoses to her patients .El médico **capaz** brinda atención compasiva y diagnósticos precisos a sus pacientes.
capability
[Sustantivo]

the ability or potential of doing something or achieving a certain goal

capacidad, aptitud

capacidad, aptitud

Ex: The athlete ’s capability to recover quickly after injury gave him a competitive edge .La **capacidad** del atleta para recuperarse rápidamente después de una lesión le dio una ventaja competitiva.
dependable
[Adjetivo]

able to be relied on to do what is needed or asked of

fiable

fiable

Ex: The dependable teacher provides consistent support and guidance to students .El profesor **confiable** brinda apoyo y orientación constantes a los estudiantes.
dependability
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being reliable and trustworthy

fiabilidad, confiabilidad

fiabilidad, confiabilidad

Ex: The dependability of the equipment was tested during the long-running experiment .La **fiabilidad** del equipo fue probada durante el experimento de larga duración.
disabled
[Adjetivo]

completely or partial inability to use a part of one's body or mind, caused by an illness, injury, etc.

discapacitado

discapacitado

Ex: The disabled worker excels in their job despite facing challenges related to their condition .El trabajador **discapacitado** sobresale en su trabajo a pesar de enfrentar desafíos relacionados con su condición.
disability
[Sustantivo]

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

discapacidad

discapacidad

Ex: Disability should not prevent someone from achieving their goals .La **discapacidad** no debería impedir que alguien alcance sus metas.
fair
[Adjetivo]

relatively large in number, amount, or size

bastante

bastante

Ex: The job offer came with fair compensation and benefits .La oferta de trabajo vino con una compensación **justa** y beneficios.
fairness
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being just or reasonable in treating people and situations

equidad, imparcialidad

equidad, imparcialidad

Ex: The politician ’s stance on fairness in healthcare resonated with many voters .La postura del político sobre **la equidad** en la atención médica resonó con muchos votantes.
rebellious
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) resistant to authority or control, often challenging established norms or rules

rebelde

rebelde

Ex: The rebellious employee pushed back against restrictive corporate policies , advocating for more flexible work arrangements .El empleado **rebelde** se resistió a las políticas corporativas restrictivas, abogando por arreglos de trabajo más flexibles.
rebelliousness
[Sustantivo]

the act of intentionally refusing to obey social norms or authority often with a disrespectful attitude

rebeldía, insumisión

rebeldía, insumisión

Ex: He was punished for his rebelliousness after speaking out against the administration .Fue castigado por su **rebeldía** después de hablar en contra de la administración.
selfish
[Adjetivo]

always putting one's interests first and not caring about the needs or rights of others

egoísta

egoísta

Ex: The selfish politician prioritized their own agenda over the needs of their constituents .El político **egoísta** priorizó su propia agenda sobre las necesidades de sus electores.
selfishness
[Sustantivo]

the quality or state of being excessively focused on oneself, one's own interests, or needs without regard for others.

egoísmo, egocentrismo

egoísmo, egocentrismo

Ex: The child ’s selfishness was a cause of tension within the family .El **egoísmo** del niño fue una causa de tensión dentro de la familia.
strict
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) inflexible and demanding that rules are followed precisely

estricto, severo

estricto, severo

Ex: Despite her strict demeanor , she was fair and consistent in her enforcement of rules .A pesar de su actitud **estricta**, era justa y consistente en la aplicación de las reglas.
strictness
[Sustantivo]

the quality or characteristic of being uncompromising in enforcing rules, regulations, or standards

severidad, rigor

severidad, rigor

Ex: Some admired his strictness, while others found it intimidating .Algunos admiraban su **rigor**, mientras que otros lo encontraban intimidante.
generous
[Adjetivo]

having a willingness to freely give or share something with others, without expecting anything in return

generoso

generoso

Ex: They thanked her for the generous offer to pay for the repairs .Le agradecieron por la oferta **generosa** de pagar las reparaciones.
generosity
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being kind, understanding and unselfish, especially in providing money or gifts to others

generosidad

generosidad

Ex: He was known for his generosity, often surprising friends and strangers with thoughtful gifts and acts of kindness .Era conocido por su **generosidad**, a menudo sorprendiendo a amigos y extraños con regalos considerados y actos de amabilidad.
mature
[Adjetivo]

fully-grown and physically developed

maduro, adulto

maduro, adulto

Ex: Her mature physique was graceful and poised , a result of years spent practicing ballet and yoga .Su físico **maduro** era elegante y sereno, resultado de años practicando ballet y yoga.
maturity
[Sustantivo]

the period of being physically grown or developed

madurez

madurez

Ex: Over time , maturity helps individuals better manage personal and professional challenges .Con el tiempo, la **madurez** ayuda a las personas a manejar mejor los desafíos personales y profesionales.
mobile
[Adjetivo]

not fixed and able to move or be moved easily or quickly

móvil

móvil

Ex: The mobile crane was used to lift heavy objects and transport them across the construction site .La grúa **móvil** se utilizó para levantar objetos pesados y transportarlos a través del sitio de construcción.
mobility
[Sustantivo]

the ability to move easily or be freely moved from one place, job, etc. to another

movilidad

movilidad

Ex: The region 's economic growth is partially due to the mobility of its labor force .El crecimiento económico de la región se debe en parte a la **movilidad** de su fuerza laboral.
secure
[Adjetivo]

protected and free from any danger or risk

seguro

seguro

Ex: After double-checking the knots , the climber felt secure in his harness before ascending the cliff .Después de verificar los nudos, el escalador se sintió **seguro** en su arnés antes de ascender el acantilado.
security
[Sustantivo]

the state of being protected or having protection against any types of danger

seguridad, estabilidad

seguridad, estabilidad

Ex: National security measures were increased in response to the recent threats.Las medidas de **seguridad** nacional se incrementaron en respuesta a las amenazas recientes.
productive
[Adjetivo]

producing desired results through effective and efficient use of time, resources, and effort

productivo

productivo

Ex: Their productive collaboration resulted in a successful project .Su colaboración **productiva** resultó en un proyecto exitoso.
productivity
[Sustantivo]

the state or condition of being productive, or the ability to produce or generate goods, services, or results efficiently and effectively

productividad, eficiencia

productividad, eficiencia

Ex: His productivity decreased when he started working late into the night .Su **productividad** disminuyó cuando empezó a trabajar hasta altas horas de la noche.
important
[Adjetivo]

having a lot of value

importante

importante

Ex: The important issue at hand is ensuring the safety of the workers .El problema **importante** en cuestión es garantizar la seguridad de los trabajadores.
importance
[Sustantivo]

the quality or state of being significant or having a strong influence on something

importancia, relevancia

importancia, relevancia

Ex: This achievement holds great importance for the company 's future growth .Este logro tiene una gran **importancia** para el crecimiento futuro de la empresa.
significant
[Adjetivo]

important or great enough to be noticed or have an impact

significativo, importante, considerable

significativo, importante, considerable

Ex: The company 's decision to expand into international markets was significant for its growth strategy .La decisión de la empresa de expandirse a los mercados internacionales fue **significativa** para su estrategia de crecimiento.
significance
[Sustantivo]

the state of being important or worthy of attention

importancia, significado

importancia, significado

Ex: She failed to understand the true significance of the warning .Ella no logró entender la verdadera **importancia** de la advertencia.
independent
[Adjetivo]

able to do things as one wants without needing help from others

independiente

independiente

Ex: The independent thinker challenges conventional wisdom and forges her own path in life .El pensador **independiente** desafía la sabiduría convencional y forja su propio camino en la vida.
independence
[Sustantivo]

the state of being free from the control of others

independencia

independencia

Ex: Many people strive for independence in their careers , seeking self-sufficiency .Muchas personas luchan por la **independencia** en sus carreras, buscando la autosuficiencia.
lenient
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) tolerant, flexible, or relaxed in enforcing rules or standards, often forgiving and understanding toward others

benévolo, indulgente

benévolo, indulgente

Ex: In contrast to his strict predecessor , the new manager took a lenient approach to employee tardiness , focusing more on productivity than punctuality .A diferencia de su estricto predecesor, el nuevo gerente adoptó un enfoque **indulgente** hacia la tardanza de los empleados, centrándose más en la productividad que en la puntualidad.
lenience
[Sustantivo]

the state of being patient and merciful

clemencia, indulgencia

clemencia, indulgencia

Ex: She was grateful for her manager ’s lenience on the project deadline .Ella estaba agradecida por la **indulgencia** de su gerente con la fecha límite del proyecto.
obedient
[Adjetivo]

willing to follow rules or commands without resistance or hesitation

obediente, sumiso

obediente, sumiso

Ex: The obedient servant carried out his master 's requests without hesitation .El sirviente **obediente** llevó a cabo las peticiones de su amo sin dudar.
obedience
[Sustantivo]

the action of respecting or following the instructions of someone in authority

obediencia

obediencia

Ex: The monks took vows of poverty , chastity , and obedience to their abbot .Los monjes tomaron votos de pobreza, castidad y **obediencia** a su abad.
to depend
[Verbo]

to be based on or related with different things that are possible

depender de

depender de

Ex: In team sports, victory often depends on the coordination and synergy among players.En los deportes de equipo, la victoria a menudo **depende** de la coordinación y la sinergia entre los jugadores.
dependence
[Sustantivo]

the condition of needing someone or something for support, aid, or survival

dependencia, sujeción

dependencia, sujeción

Ex: Her dependence on her smartphone was affecting her productivity .Su **dependencia** de su teléfono inteligente estaba afectando su productividad.
dependency
[Sustantivo]

a situation in which someone or something depends on another for support, survival, or function

dependencia, subordinación

dependencia, subordinación

Ex: Her emotional dependency was apparent in every decision she made , always seeking validation from her partner .Su **dependencia** emocional era evidente en cada decisión que tomaba, siempre buscando la validación de su pareja.
to confide
[Verbo]

to share personal thoughts, feelings, or information with someone in private

confiar

confiar

Ex: She confides in her sister about personal matters.Ella **confía** en su hermana para asuntos personales.
confident
[Adjetivo]

having a strong belief in one's abilities or qualities

seguro

seguro

Ex: The teacher was confident about her students ' progress .La maestra estaba **segura** del progreso de sus alumnos.
confidently
[Adverbio]

in a manner that shows strong belief in one's own skills or qualities

con confianza

con confianza

Ex: I confidently answered the question , knowing I was correct .Respondí la pregunta **con confianza**, sabiendo que estaba en lo correcto.

to think about or be influenced by other people's feelings before making a decision

considerar, tener en cuenta

considerar, tener en cuenta

Ex: He carefully considers the feelings of others in every situation .Él **considera** cuidadosamente los sentimientos de los demás en cada situación.
considerate
[Adjetivo]

thoughtful of others and their feelings

considerado, atento

considerado, atento

Ex: In a considerate act of kindness , the student shared his notes with a classmate who had missed a lecture due to illness .En un acto de amabilidad **considerado**, el estudiante compartió sus apuntes con un compañero de clase que había faltado a una conferencia por enfermedad.
considerately
[Adverbio]

in a manner that shows one cares about feelings, needs, or rights of other people

consideradamente, de manera considerada

consideradamente, de manera considerada

Ex: She stepped aside considerately to let others pass .Ella se apartó **consideradamente** para dejar pasar a los demás.

to recognize the difference present between two people or things

diferenciar

diferenciar

Ex: The color scheme helped differentiate one design from another .La combinación de colores ayudó a **diferenciar** un diseño de otro.
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.
difference
[Sustantivo]

the way that two or more people or things are different from each other

diferencia

diferencia

Ex: He could n't see any difference between the two paintings ; they looked identical to him .No podía ver ninguna **diferencia** entre los dos cuadros; le parecían idénticos.
differentiation
[Sustantivo]

the act of setting someone or something apart from the others based on their individual traits

diferenciación

diferenciación

Ex: Social differentiation leads to varying levels of status and privilege in society .La **diferenciación** social conduce a diferentes niveles de estatus y privilegio en la sociedad.
to attract
[Verbo]

to interest and draw someone or something toward oneself through specific features or qualities

atraer

atraer

Ex: The company implemented employee benefits to attract and retain top talent in the competitive job market .La empresa implementó beneficios para los empleados para **atraer** y retener a los mejores talentos en el competitivo mercado laboral.
attractive
[Adjetivo]

having features or characteristics that are pleasing

atractivo, hermoso

atractivo, hermoso

Ex: The professor is not only knowledgeable but also has an attractive way of presenting complex ideas .El profesor no solo es conocedor sino que también tiene una forma **atractiva** de presentar ideas complejas.
attraction
[Sustantivo]

a quality or feature of someone or something that evokes interest, liking, or desire in others

atractivo, encanto

atractivo, encanto

Ex: The attraction of the job was the opportunity for career growth .El **atractivo** del trabajo era la oportunidad de crecimiento profesional.
attractiveness
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being sexually appealing

atractivo, belleza

atractivo, belleza

Ex: His attractiveness was overshadowed by his rude behavior .Su **atractivo** quedó eclipsado por su comportamiento grosero.
impatient
[Adjetivo]

unable to wait calmly for something or someone, often feeling irritated or frustrated

impaciente

impaciente

Ex: He ’s always impatient when it comes to slow internet connections .Siempre está **impaciente** cuando se trata de conexiones lentas a Internet.
impatiently
[Adverbio]

in a manner that shows eagerness or restlessness for something to happen quickly

impacientemente

impacientemente

Ex: We stared impatiently at the oven , willing the cookies to finish baking .
impatience
[Sustantivo]

the feeling of being extremely annoyed by things not happening in their due time

impaciencia

impaciencia

Ex: He could n’t control his impatience, so he left early .No podía controlar su **impaciencia**, así que se fue temprano.
unfair
[Adjetivo]

lacking fairness or justice in treatment or judgment

injusto, parcial

injusto, parcial

Ex: She felt it was unfair that her hard work was n't recognized while others received promotions easily .Ella sintió que era **injusto** que su arduo trabajo no fuera reconocido mientras que otros recibían ascensos fácilmente.
unfairness
[Sustantivo]

a situation or treatment that is not just or impartial and that puts someone at a disadvantage

injusticia

injusticia

Ex: He recognized the unfairness of the rule and spoke out .Reconoció **la injusticia** de la regla y habló.
unfairly
[Adverbio]

in a way that lacks justice or equality

injustamente, de manera injusta

injustamente, de manera injusta

Ex: They argued that the law unfairly targets certain groups in society .Argumentaron que la ley apunta **injustamente** a ciertos grupos de la sociedad.
closeness
[Sustantivo]

the state of being near to something in terms of distance or time

proximidad, cercanía

proximidad, cercanía

Ex: Closeness in time made it difficult to finish all the tasks .La **cercanía** en el tiempo hizo difícil terminar todas las tareas.
closely
[Adverbio]

without having a lot of space or time in between

de cerca

de cerca

Ex: The events in the conference are closely timed to ensure a smooth flow of presentations .Los eventos en la conferencia están **estrechamente** programados para garantizar un flujo suave de las presentaciones.
close
[Adjetivo]

sharing a strong and intimate bond

cercano,  íntimo

cercano, íntimo

Ex: Their close relationship made them inseparable , both in good times and bad .Su relación **estrecha** los hacía inseparables, tanto en los buenos como en los malos momentos.
happily
[Adverbio]

with cheerfulness and joy

felizmente

felizmente

Ex: They chatted happily over coffee like old friends .Charlaron **felizmente** tomando café como viejos amigos.
happy
[Adjetivo]

emotionally feeling good or glad

feliz, contento

feliz, contento

Ex: The happy couple celebrated their anniversary with a romantic dinner .La pareja **feliz** celebró su aniversario con una cena romántica.
happiness
[Sustantivo]

the feeling of being happy and well

alegría

alegría

Ex: Finding balance in life is essential for overall happiness and well-being .Encontrar el equilibrio en la vida es esencial para la felicidad y el bienestar general.
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