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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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Insight - Upper-intermediate
preface
preface
[Sustantivo]

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

prefacio, prólogo

prefacio, prólogo

Ex: The author’s preface outlines the purpose of the book. 
quirky
quirky
[Adjetivo]

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

excéntrico, peculiar

excéntrico, peculiar

Ex: The quirky café in the neighborhood was known for its mismatched furniture and whimsical décor. 
to transcend

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

sobrepasar

sobrepasar

Ex: The philosopher believed that true wisdom transcends the material world. 
ruthless
ruthless
[Adjetivo]

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

despiadado, implacable

despiadado, implacable

Ex: She climbed the corporate ladder by using ruthless tactics to eliminate her competitors. 
challenging
challenging
[Adjetivo]

difficult to accomplish, requiring skill or effort

retador, desafiante

retador, desafiante

Ex: Solving the puzzle proved to be challenging, requiring creative thinking and problem-solving skills. 
satisfying
satisfying
[Adjetivo]

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

satisfactorio

satisfactorio

Ex: Completing the puzzle was satisfying, giving her a sense of achievement. 
revenge
revenge
[Sustantivo]

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

venganza, revancha

venganza, revancha

Ex: He sought revenge for the betrayal. 
pinnacle
pinnacle
[Sustantivo]

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

cima, cumbre

cima, cumbre

Ex: Winning the Nobel Prize was the pinnacle of her career. 
structure
structure
[Sustantivo]

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

estructura

estructura

Ex: The Eiffel Tower in Paris is an iconic structure made of iron lattice. 
cover
cover
[Sustantivo]

the protective outer page of a magazine or book

portada, cubierta

portada, cubierta

Ex: The cover of the novel featured a beautiful illustration that caught everyone's eye. 
bibliography
bibliography
[Sustantivo]

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

bibliografía

bibliografía

Ex: The research paper included a detailed bibliography at the end. 
content
content
[Sustantivo]

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

contenido

contenido

Ex: She emptied the contents of her bag onto the table. 
page
page
[Sustantivo]

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

página

página

Ex: I turned the page to continue reading the story in the book. 
glossary
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 textbook includes a glossary at the end, providing definitions for key terms and concepts. 
dust jacket
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
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 bought the new novel in hardback because it lasts longer than paperbacks. 
index
index
[Sustantivo]

an alphabetical listing of topics, names, or terms with references to their locations, typically in a book or document

índice

índice

Ex: The book includes an index for quick reference. 
to imprint
to imprint
[Verbo]

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

imprimir, marcar

imprimir, marcar

Ex: The author's signature was imprinted on the title page of each limited edition book. 
paperback
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 preferred the paperback because it was lightweight and easy to carry during her travels. 
spine
spine
[Sustantivo]

the outer edge or binding of a book that encloses the inner pages and faces outward when shelved

lomo

lomo

Ex: The book's spine was cracked from frequent use. 
title page
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 of the report featured the project's title in bold letters centered at the top. 
protagonist
protagonist
[Sustantivo]

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

protagonista

protagonista

Ex: The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. 
chilling
chilling
[Adjetivo]

causing an intense feeling of fear or unease

escalofriante, aterrador

escalofriante, aterrador

Ex: The chilling whispers in the abandoned house made her hair stand on end. 
to abuse
to abuse
[Verbo]

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

maltratar

maltratar

Ex: Domestic violence is a serious issue where one partner may abuse the other, causing both physical and emotional harm. 
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