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El libro Insight - Intermedio Alto - Unidad 3 - 3C

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 3 - 3C en el libro de curso Insight Upper-Intermediate, como "descomposición", "oxidado", "transparente", etc.

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rusty
[Adjetivo]

covered with a reddish or brownish coating called rust that forms on iron or steel when exposed to moisture and air

oxidado, herrumbroso

oxidado, herrumbroso

Ex: The rusty chains rattled as the ship docked .Las cadenas **oxidadas** sonaban mientras el barco atracaba.
dated
[Adjetivo]

no longer fashionable or commonly used

pasado de moda, anticuado

pasado de moda, anticuado

Ex: Her views on the subject were considered dated, as society had progressed significantly.Sus puntos de vista sobre el tema se consideraban **anticuados**, ya que la sociedad había progresado significativamente.
to decay
[Verbo]

(of a structure or an area) to become worse gradually

deteriorarse

deteriorarse

Ex: Rain and wind caused the wooden fence to decay.La lluvia y el viento causaron la **deterioración** de la valla de madera.
plastic
[Sustantivo]

a light substance produced in a chemical process that can be formed into different shapes when heated

plástico

plástico

Ex: The dentist fashioned a temporary crown out of dental plastic.El dentista confeccionó una corona temporal de **plástico** dental.
smooth
[Adjetivo]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

liso, parejo

liso, parejo

Ex: He ran his fingers over the smooth surface of the glass .Pasó sus dedos por la superficie **suave** del vidrio.
transparent
[Adjetivo]

able to be seen through

transparente

transparente

Ex: The clear , transparent water of the aquarium allowed us to observe the intricate movements of the tropical fish .El agua clara y **transparente** del acuario nos permitió observar los intrincados movimientos de los peces tropicales.
broad
[Adjetivo]

having a large distance between one side and another

ancho, extenso

ancho, extenso

Ex: The river was half a mile broad at its widest point .El río tenía media milla de **ancho** en su punto más ancho.
triangular
[Adjetivo]

shaped like a triangle, with three sides and three angles

triangular

triangular

Ex: The tent had a triangular opening at the front .La tienda tenía una abertura **triangular** en la parte delantera.
controversial
[Adjetivo]

causing a lot of strong public disagreement or discussion

controvertido

controvertido

Ex: She made a controversial claim about the health benefits of the diet .Ella hizo una afirmación **controvertida** sobre los beneficios para la salud de la dieta.
German
[Adjetivo]

relating to Germany or its people or language

alemán

alemán

Ex: The German flag consists of three horizontal stripes : black , red , and gold .La bandera **alemana** consta de tres franjas horizontales: negra, roja y dorada.
to crush
[Verbo]

to forcibly push something against a surface until it breaks or is damaged or disfigured

aplastar

aplastar

Ex: She accidentally crushed the plastic bottle on the sidewalk .Ella accidentalmente **aplastó** la botella de plástico en la acera.
tangle
[Sustantivo]

a matted or twisted mass that is highly intertwined

nudo

nudo

Ex: The fishing line got caught in a tangle of branches .
copper
[Sustantivo]

a metallic chemical element that has a red-brown color, primarily used as a conductor in wiring

cobre

cobre

Ex: In telecommunications , copper cables are still widely used for transmitting data over short distances .En telecomunicaciones, los cables de **cobre** todavía se utilizan ampliamente para transmitir datos a corta distancia.
to rip
[Verbo]

to tear, cut, or open something forcefully and quickly

rasgar, romper

rasgar, romper

Ex: The fierce gusts of wind threatened to rip the tent from its stakes during the camping trip .Los fuertes vientos amenazaban con **arrancar** la tienda de sus estacas durante el viaje de campamento.
huge
[Adjetivo]

very large in size

enorme

enorme

Ex: They built a huge sandcastle that towered over the other ones on the beach .Construyeron un enorme castillo de arena que se elevaba sobre los demás en la playa.
winding
[Adjetivo]

having multiple twists and turns

sinuoso, serpenteante

sinuoso, serpenteante

Ex: The winding path through the forest was enchanting.El camino **serpenteante** a través del bosque era encantador.
purpose
[Sustantivo]

the reason or intention for which something is made, done, or used

propósito, objetivo

propósito, objetivo

Ex: His speech outlined the purpose behind the new company policy .Su discurso delineó el **propósito** detrás de la nueva política de la empresa.
material
[Sustantivo]

a substance from which things can be made

material

material

Ex: Glass is a transparent material made from silica and other additives , used for making windows , containers , and decorative objects .El vidrio es un **material** transparente hecho de sílice y otros aditivos, utilizado para hacer ventanas, contenedores y objetos decorativos.
origin
[Sustantivo]

the point or place where something has its foundation or beginning

origen

origen

Ex: Scientists are studying the origin of the universe through cosmology .Los científicos están estudiando **el origen** del universo a través de la cosmología.
nationality
[Sustantivo]

the state of legally belonging to a country

nacionalidad

nacionalidad

Ex: Your nationality does not determine your abilities or character .Tu **nacionalidad** no determina tus habilidades o carácter.
quality
[Sustantivo]

the grade, level, or standard of something's excellence measured against other things

calidad

calidad

Ex: We need to improve the quality of our communication to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts .Necesitamos mejorar la **calidad** de nuestra comunicación para evitar malentendidos y conflictos.
witty
[Adjetivo]

quick and clever with their words, often expressing humor or cleverness in a sharp and amusing way

agudo, ingenioso, ocurrente

agudo, ingenioso, ocurrente

Ex: Her witty retorts often leave others speechless , admiring her sharp intellect .Sus réplicas **ingeniosas** a menudo dejan a otros sin palabras, admirando su agudo intelecto.
contemporary
[Adjetivo]

having a modern or current style or design, often reflecting up-to-date trends

contemporáneo

contemporáneo

Ex: Contemporary ceramics showcase innovative shapes and glazes .La cerámica **contemporánea** muestra formas y esmaltes innovadores.
delicate
[Adjetivo]

small and attractive in shape, structure, or appearance

delicado

delicado

Ex: The delicate flower girl walked down the aisle , scattering rose petals with each step , adding a touch of sweetness to the wedding ceremony .La **delicada** dama de honor caminó por el pasillo, esparciendo pétalos de rosa con cada paso, añadiendo un toque de dulzura a la ceremonia nupcial.
troubling
[Adjetivo]

making one feel worried, upset, or uneasy about something

preocupante, inquietante

preocupante, inquietante

Ex: The report contains troubling statistics about climate change .El informe contiene estadísticas **preocupantes** sobre el cambio climático.
tiny
[Adjetivo]

extremely small

minúsculo

minúsculo

Ex: The tiny kitten fit comfortably in the palm of her hand .El **diminuto** gatito cabía cómodamente en la palma de su mano.
stunning
[Adjetivo]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

impresionante, imponente

impresionante, imponente

Ex: The movie 's special effects were so stunning that they felt almost real .Los efectos especiales de la película eran tan **impresionantes** que parecían casi reales.
silk
[Sustantivo]

a type of smooth soft fabric made from the threads that silkworms produce

seda

seda

Ex: They decided to use silk curtains for the living room to give it a more refined look .Decidieron usar cortinas de **seda** para la sala de estar para darle un aspecto más refinado.
Indian
[Adjetivo]

relating to India or its people or languages

indio

indio

Ex: They explored Indian architecture while visiting ancient temples and monuments .Exploraron la arquitectura **india** mientras visitaban templos y monumentos antiguos.
bronze
[Adjetivo]

deep reddish-brown in color

de color bronce

de color bronce

Ex: Her hair shimmered in the sunlight, displaying a beautiful bronze hue.Su cabello brillaba bajo la luz del sol, mostrando un hermoso tono **bronce**.
rectangular
[Adjetivo]

shaped like a rectangle, with four right angles

rectangular

rectangular

Ex: The building had large rectangular windows to let in more light .El edificio tenía grandes ventanas **rectangulares** para dejar entrar más luz.
wooden
[Adjetivo]

made of a hard material that forms the branches and trunks of trees

de madera, maderero

de madera, maderero

Ex: She treasured the wooden jewelry box her grandfather had made , storing her most precious possessions inside .Ella atesoraba la caja de joyas **de madera** que su abuelo había hecho, guardando sus posesiones más preciadas dentro.
antique
[Adjetivo]

old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

de antigüedades

de antigüedades

Ex: Her house is decorated with antique lamps and mirrors that add a touch of history .Su casa está decorada con lámparas y espejos **antiguos** que añaden un toque de historia.
abstract
[Adjetivo]

(of a form of art) showing forms, colors, or shapes that do not represent real-world objects, focusing on ideas or emotions instead

abstracto

abstracto

Ex: The gallery featured an exhibit of abstract paintings that challenged traditional notions of representation .La galería presentó una exposición de pinturas **abstractas** que desafiaban las nociones tradicionales de representación.
colorful
[Adjetivo]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

colorido

colorido

Ex: The springtime brought a burst of colorful blossoms to the park .La primavera trajo una explosión de flores **coloridas** al parque.
aluminum
[Sustantivo]

a light silver-gray metal used primarily for making cooking equipment and aircraft parts

aluminio

aluminio

Ex: The bicycle frame is made from aluminum, making it easier to carry and maneuver compared to traditional steel frames .El cuadro de la bicicleta está hecho de **aluminio**, lo que lo hace más fácil de llevar y maniobrar en comparación con los cuadros de acero tradicionales.
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