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El libro Insight - Intermedio - Perspectiva del vocabulario 9

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 9 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "snail mail", "conversion", "emote", etc.

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text
[Sustantivo]

anything that is in written form

texto

texto

Ex: The exhibit featured ancient Egyptian texts inscribed on papyrus scrolls .La exhibición presentaba **textos** egipcios antiguos inscritos en rollos de papiro.
snail mail
[Sustantivo]

mail that is delivered physically by the postal system as opposed to email and other electronic means

correo postal, correo tradicional

correo postal, correo tradicional

Ex: If you need to send something urgently , snail mail is not the best option .Si necesitas enviar algo urgentemente, el **correo postal** no es la mejor opción.
karaoke
[Sustantivo]

a form of entertainment in which people sing the words of popular songs while a machine plays only their music

karaoke

karaoke

Ex: Some people use karaoke as a form of self-expression and therapy , channeling their emotions through song .Algunas personas usan el **karaoke** como una forma de autoexpresión y terapia, canalizando sus emociones a través de la canción.
blend
[Sustantivo]

a word created by joining two or more existing words together that combines their meanings

palabra compuesta, mezcla

palabra compuesta, mezcla

loan
[Sustantivo]

a word or phrase borrowed from another language and included into the vocabulary of a different language

préstamo, palabra prestada

préstamo, palabra prestada

conversion
[Sustantivo]

the act of changing a place's function or purpose

conversión

conversión

Ex: The conversion of the office building into a hotel improved the neighborhood .La **conversión** del edificio de oficinas en hotel mejoró el vecindario.
teleshopping
[Sustantivo]

the practice of selling products on a TV program or online

telecompra

telecompra

Ex: The teleshopping host was so enthusiastic that I almost bought a vacuum cleaner I didn’t need.El presentador del **teletienda** era tan entusiasta que casi compro una aspiradora que no necesitaba.
blog
[Sustantivo]

a web page on which an individual or group of people regularly write about a topic of interest or their opinions or experiences, usually in an informal style

blog

blog

Ex: They collaborated on a blog to discuss environmental issues and solutions .Colaboraron en un **blog** para discutir problemas ambientales y soluciones.
camcorder
[Sustantivo]

a portable device used to take pictures and videos

videocámara, cámara de video

videocámara, cámara de video

Ex: The camcorder has a zoom feature for capturing distant objects .La **videocámara** tiene una función de zoom para capturar objetos distantes.
technophobe
[Sustantivo]

someone who is resistant or apprehensive towards technology, often avoiding or expressing fear or aversion towards its use or adoption

tecnófobo, persona que resiste o teme la tecnología

tecnófobo, persona que resiste o teme la tecnología

Ex: The technophobe refused to try online banking , fearing security risks .El **tecnófobo** se negó a probar la banca en línea, por temor a riesgos de seguridad.
email
[Sustantivo]

a digital message that is sent from one person to another person or group of people using a system called email

correo electrónico, email

correo electrónico, email

Ex: She sent an email to her teacher to ask for help with the assignment .Ella envió un **correo electrónico** a su profesor para pedir ayuda con la tarea.
malware
[Sustantivo]

a software designed to disrupt or damage the computer without the user knowing

malware

malware

netiquette
[Sustantivo]

the proper or ethical way of communicating over the Internet

netiqueta, etiqueta en la Red

netiqueta, etiqueta en la Red

Ex: Netiquette also involves replying to emails in a timely manner, so others do not feel ignored.La **netiqueta** también implica responder a los correos electrónicos de manera oportuna, para que los demás no se sientan ignorados.
website
[Sustantivo]

a group of related data on the Internet with the same domain name published by a specific individual, organization, etc.

sitio web

sitio web

Ex: This website provides useful tips for learning English .Este **sitio web** proporciona consejos útiles para aprender inglés.
electronic
[Adjetivo]

(of a device) having very small parts such as chips and obtaining power from electricity

electrónico

electrónico

Ex: The musician used a variety of electronic instruments to create unique sounds for the album.El músico utilizó una variedad de instrumentos **electrónicos** para crear sonidos únicos para el álbum.
camera
[Sustantivo]

a device or piece of equipment for taking photographs, making movies or television programs

cámara

cámara

Ex: The digital camera allows instant preview of the photos.La cámara digital permite la vista previa instantánea de las fotos.
the Internet
[Sustantivo]

‌a global computer network that allows users around the world to communicate with each other and exchange information

Internet

Internet

Ex: The Internet is a vast source of knowledge and entertainment .**Internet** es una vasta fuente de conocimiento y entretenimiento.
technology
[Sustantivo]

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

tecnología

tecnología

Ex: The company is focused on developing new technology to improve healthcare .La empresa se centra en el desarrollo de nuevas **tecnologías** para mejorar la atención médica.
television
[Sustantivo]

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

televisión

televisión

Ex: She turned the television on to catch the news .Ella encendió el **televisor** para ver las noticias.
travel
[Sustantivo]

the act of going to a different place, usually a place that is far

viaje

viaje

Ex: They took a break from their busy lives to enjoy some travel through Europe .Se tomaron un descanso de sus vidas ocupadas para disfrutar de un **viaje** por Europa.
malicious
[Adjetivo]

(of software or a code) intentionally designed to harm, damage, or disrupt computer systems, networks, or data

malicioso

malicioso

Ex: They were warned about a malicious email that could steal personal information .Se les advirtió sobre un correo electrónico **malicioso** que podría robar información personal.
mail
[Sustantivo]

messages exchanged electronically on an email service

correo electrónico, email

correo electrónico, email

etiquette
[Sustantivo]

a set of conventional rules or formal manners, usually in the form of ethical code

etiqueta

etiqueta

Ex: Her etiquette at the meeting was impeccable .Su **etiqueta** en la reunión fue impecable.
recorder
[Sustantivo]

an electronic device used for capturing and storing audio or video signals onto a storage medium such as a digital memory card or a tape

grabadora, grabador

grabadora, grabador

software
[Sustantivo]

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

software

software

Ex: He uses accounting software to keep track of his business finances .Él usa **software** de contabilidad para llevar un registro de las finanzas de su negocio.
monologue
[Sustantivo]

a speech spoken to oneself, often as a way of expressing thoughts or emotions aloud

monólogo

monólogo

Ex: His monologue helped him sort through his emotions .Su **monólogo** le ayudó a ordenar sus emociones.
shopping
[Sustantivo]

the act of buying goods from stores

ir de compras

ir de compras

Ex: They are planning a shopping trip this weekend .Están planeando un viaje de **compras** este fin de semana.
phobia
[Sustantivo]

an intense and irrational fear toward a specific thing such as an object, situation, concept, or animal

fobia

fobia

Ex: She has a phobia of spiders and feels extremely anxious whenever she sees one .Ella tiene **fobia** a las arañas y se siente extremadamente ansiosa cada vez que ve una.
to emote
[Verbo]

to express one's emotions through facial expressions, gestures, and tone of voice

actuar de una manera muy emocionada

actuar de una manera muy emocionada

free
[Adjetivo]

not requiring payment

gratis

gratis

Ex: The museum offers free admission on Sundays .El museo ofrece entrada **gratuita** los domingos.
wireless
[Adjetivo]

able to operate without wires

inalámbrico, sin cables

inalámbrico, sin cables

Ex: The wireless security cameras provide real-time monitoring without the need for extensive wiring .Las cámaras de seguridad **inalámbricas** proporcionan monitoreo en tiempo real sin la necesidad de cableado extenso.
teen
[Sustantivo]

someone between the ages of 13 and 19

adolescente

adolescente

Ex: Most teens are quite active on social media.La mayoría de los **adolescentes** son bastante activos en las redes sociales.
user
[Sustantivo]

someone who uses a particular device or service

usuario, usuaria

usuario, usuaria

ware
[Sustantivo]

items or products that are of the same kind or made of the same material

mercancía, producto

mercancía, producto

friendly
[Adjetivo]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

simpático

simpático

Ex: Her friendly smile made the difficult conversation feel less awkward .Su sonrisa **amistosa** hizo que la conversación difícil se sintiera menos incómoda.
between
[Adverbio]

in or through the space that separates two or more things or people

entre, en medio de

entre, en medio de

Ex: He divided his time between work and family commitments.Dividió su tiempo **entre** el trabajo y los compromisos familiares.
icon
[Sustantivo]

(computing) a small picture on a computer screen, etc. representing a program that when clicked will start running

icono

icono

Ex: She customized the icon for her favorite app on the phone .Ella personalizó el **icono** de su aplicación favorita en el teléfono.
fidelity
[Sustantivo]

the degree to which a reproduction, representation, or copy of something reflects the true nature of the original

fidelidad

fidelidad

actually
[Adverbio]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

realmente

realmente

Ex: The old building , believed to be abandoned , is actually a thriving art studio .El viejo edificio, que se creía abandonado, es **en realidad** un estudio de arte próspero.
currently
[Adverbio]

at the present time

actualmente, en este momento

actualmente, en este momento

Ex: The restaurant is currently closed for renovations .El restaurante está **actualmente** cerrado por reformas.
latest
[Adjetivo]

occurred, created, or updated most recently in time

último

último

Ex: His latest film has received critical acclaim worldwide .Su **última** película ha recibido elogios de la crítica en todo el mundo.
sympathetic
[Adjetivo]

showing care and understanding toward other people, especially when they are not feeling good

comprensivo

comprensivo

Ex: The therapist provided a sympathetic environment for her clients to share their emotions .El terapeuta proporcionó un ambiente **compasivo** para que sus clientes compartieran sus emociones.
last
[Adjetivo]

immediately preceding the present time

último, pasado

último, pasado

Ex: Last summer , we traveled to Italy for vacation .**El verano pasado**, viajamos a Italia de vacaciones.
durable
[Adjetivo]

able to last for a long time without breaking or wearing out easily

duradero,  resistente

duradero, resistente

efficient
[Adjetivo]

(of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity without wasting much time, effort, or money

eficiente

eficiente

Ex: An efficient irrigation system conserves water while ensuring crops receive adequate moisture .Un sistema de riego **eficiente** conserva el agua mientras asegura que los cultivos reciban la humedad adecuada.
expensive
[Adjetivo]

having a high price

caro

caro

Ex: The luxury car is expensive but offers excellent performance .El coche de lujo es **caro** pero ofrece un rendimiento excelente.
fragile
[Adjetivo]

easily damaged or broken

frágil

frágil

Ex: The fragile relationship between the two countries was strained by recent tensions .La relación **frágil** entre los dos países se vio tensionada por los recientes conflictos.
inexpensive
[Adjetivo]

having a reasonable price

barato, económico

barato, económico

Ex: She found an inexpensive dress that still looked stylish .Encontró un vestido **económico** que aún lucía elegante.

no longer useful or fashionable

Ex: The news article contains information that out of date, as the events it refers to have already taken place .
travelog
[Sustantivo]

a narrative or documentary that chronicles the experiences of a traveler, often including descriptions of the places visited, the people encountered, and the cultures experienced

diario de viaje

diario de viaje

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