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El libro Insight - Intermedio Alto - Unidad 5 - 5D

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 5 - 5D en el libro de curso Insight Upper-Intermediate, como "trascender", "despiadado", "cumbre", etc.

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preface
[Sustantivo]

an introductory piece written by the author of a book explaining its subject, scope, or aims

prefacio, prólogo

prefacio, prólogo

Ex: The professor advised students to read the preface before starting the main text .El profesor aconsejó a los estudiantes que leyeran el **prólogo** antes de comenzar el texto principal.
quirky
[Adjetivo]

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

excéntrico, peculiar

excéntrico, peculiar

Ex: The movie 's quirky characters added a touch of humor to the plot .Los personajes **excéntricos** de la película añadieron un toque de humor a la trama.

to go or be beyond the material or physical aspects of existence, indicating a superior existence or understanding

sobrepasar

sobrepasar

Ex: Some philosophers believe that the soul transcends the physical body .Algunos filósofos creen que el alma **trasciende** el cuerpo físico.
ruthless
[Adjetivo]

showing no mercy or compassion towards others in pursuit of one's goals

despiadado, implacable

despiadado, implacable

Ex: The ruthless criminal organization would stop at nothing to expand its influence .La organización criminal **despiadada** no se detendría ante nada para expandir su influencia.
challenging
[Adjetivo]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

retador, desafiante

retador, desafiante

Ex: Completing the obstacle course was challenging, pushing participants to their physical limits.Completar la pista de obstáculos fue **desafiante**, llevando a los participantes a sus límites físicos.
satisfying
[Adjetivo]

fulfilling a want or a requirement, and bringing a feeling of accomplishment or enjoyment

satisfactorio

satisfactorio

Ex: Accomplishing a long-term goal can bring a satisfying sense of fulfillment .Lograr un objetivo a largo plazo puede traer una sensación de realización **satisfactoria**.
revenge
[Sustantivo]

the act of seeking punishment against someone who has wronged or hurt one in some way

venganza, revancha

venganza, revancha

Ex: The character ’s revenge led to tragic consequences .La **venganza** del personaje llevó a consecuencias trágicas.
pinnacle
[Sustantivo]

a part of something that is considered the most prominent or successful

cima, cumbre

cima, cumbre

Ex: The CEO 's innovative strategy brought the company to its pinnacle.La estrategia innovadora del CEO llevó a la empresa a su **cúspide**.
structure
[Sustantivo]

anything that is built from several parts, such as a house, bridge, etc.

estructura

estructura

Ex: The ancient Roman aqueduct is an impressive structure that spans several kilometers .El antiguo acueducto romano es una **estructura** impresionante que abarca varios kilómetros.
cover
[Sustantivo]

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

portada, cubierta

portada, cubierta

Ex: He picked up the magazine because the cover promised exclusive celebrity interviews .
bibliography
[Sustantivo]

a list of books and articles used by an author to support or reference their written work

bibliografía

bibliografía

Ex: The book ’s bibliography provided useful further reading .La **bibliografía** del libro proporcionó lecturas adicionales útiles.
content
[Sustantivo]

(usually plural) the things that are held, included, or contained within something

contenido

contenido

Ex: She poured the contents of the jar into the mixing bowl.Ella vertió el **contenido** del frasco en el tazón para mezclar.
page
[Sustantivo]

one side or both sides of a sheet of paper in a newspaper, magazine, book, etc.

página

página

Ex: The teacher asked us to read a specific page from the history textbook .El profesor nos pidió que leyéramos una **página** específica del libro de historia.
glossary
[Sustantivo]

a list of technical terms or jargons of a particular field or text, provided in alphabetical order with an explanation for each one

glosario

glosario

Ex: The glossary not only defines terms but also provides examples of how to use them in sentences .El **glosario** no solo define los términos, sino que también proporciona ejemplos de cómo usarlos en oraciones.
dust jacket
[Sustantivo]

a removable paper or plastic cover that is wrapped around the outside of a hardcover book

sobrecubierta, funda de polvo

sobrecubierta, funda de polvo

hardback
[Sustantivo]

a book with a cover made from hard material such as cardboard, leather, etc.

libro de tapa dura

libro de tapa dura

Ex: She inherited a collection of vintage hardbacks from her grandmother .Heredó una colección de **libros encuadernados en tapa dura** vintage de su abuela.
index
[Sustantivo]

an alphabetical list of subjects, names, etc. along with the page numbers each of them occurs, coming at the end of a book

índice

índice

to imprint
[Verbo]

to make a lasting mark on a surface or material through pressure or contact

imprimir, marcar

imprimir, marcar

Ex: The company logo was imprinted on every product .
paperback
[Sustantivo]

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

libro en rústica, edición rústica

libro en rústica, edición rústica

Ex: She donated her gently used paperbacks to the local library to share her love of reading with others .Ella donó sus **libros de bolsillo** usados con cuidado a la biblioteca local para compartir su amor por la lectura con los demás.
spine
[Sustantivo]

the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover

lomo

lomo

title page
[Sustantivo]

the page at the front of a book that the names of the book, its author, and publisher are printed on it

portada, carátula

portada, carátula

Ex: The title page served as the first impression of the document, setting the tone for what followed.La **página de título** sirvió como la primera impresión del documento, estableciendo el tono para lo que siguió.
protagonist
[Sustantivo]

the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.

protagonista

protagonista

Ex: The protagonist's quest for redemption and forgiveness forms the emotional core of the narrative , resonating with audiences on a deeply human level .La búsqueda de redención y perdón del **protagonista** forma el núcleo emocional de la narrativa, resonando con la audiencia a un nivel profundamente humano.
chilling
[Adjetivo]

causing an intense feeling of fear or unease

escalofriante, aterrador

escalofriante, aterrador

Ex: The chilling warning from the fortune teller made her rethink her decisions .La advertencia **escalofriante** de la adivina la hizo reconsiderar sus decisiones.
to abuse
[Verbo]

to cruelly or violently treat a person or an animal, especially regularly or repeatedly

maltratar

maltratar

Ex: Teachers are trained to recognize signs of bullying and intervene when students are abusing their peers .Los maestros están capacitados para reconocer los signos de acoso escolar e intervenir cuando los estudiantes **abusen** de sus compañeros.
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