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El libro Insight - Intermedio Alto - Perspectiva del Vocabulario 7

Aquí encontrarás las palabras del Vocabulario Insight 7 en el libro de curso Insight Upper-Intermediate, como "brush off", "adolescente", "self-reliant", etc.

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would
would
[Verbo]

used to make an offer or request in a polite manner

[verbo modal]

[verbo modal]

Ex: Would you mind passing the salt, please? 

¿Te importaría pasarme la sal, por favor?

to brush off

to casually ignore something or someone

ignorar, desestimar

ignorar, desestimar

Ex: Instead of addressing the issue, he chose to brush it off, causing further problems. 

En lugar de abordar el problema, eligió ignorarlo, lo que causó más problemas.

to call off

to cancel what has been planned

suspender

suspender

Ex: The coach called the practice session off due to heavy rain. 

El entrenador canceló la sesión de práctica debido a la fuerte lluvia.

to cut off
to cut off
[Verbo]

to use a sharp object like scissors or a knife on something to remove a piece from its edge or ends

cortar

cortar

Ex: She carefully cut off a piece of fabric to make a patch for the torn shirt. 

Ella cortó cuidadosamente un trozo de tela para hacer un parche para la camisa rasgada.

to ease off

to become less severe, intense, or harsh

amainar, disminuir

amainar, disminuir

Ex: The intense heat started to ease off in the evening as the sun set. 

El calor intenso comenzó a disminuir por la noche cuando se puso el sol.

to fight off

to resist or overcome a temptation, impulse, attack, etc.

repeler, resistir

repeler, resistir

Ex: The recovering addict worked hard to fight off cravings and stay committed to sobriety. 

El adicto en recuperación trabajó duro para combatir los antojos y mantenerse comprometido con la sobriedad.

to make off

to leave quickly, often in order to escape or avoid someone or something

escapar, huir

escapar, huir

Ex: The robbers made off with all the cash. 

Los ladrones se escaparon con todo el dinero.

to warn off

‌to try to talk someone out of something or to advise against it

desaconsejar

desaconsejar

dependent
dependent
[Adjetivo]

unable to survive, succeed, or stay healthy without someone or something

dependiente

dependiente

Ex: The newborn baby was completely dependent on her mother for food and care. 

El recién nacido era completamente dependiente de su madre para la alimentación y el cuidado.

long in the tooth

describing an individual who has lived for a very long time and is not able to do certain activities due to old age

entrado en años, tener más espolones que un gallo

entrado en años, tener más espolones que un gallo

Ex: He is a bit long in the tooth to be chasing such young girls. 

Está un poco entrado en años para andar detrás de chicas tan jóvenes.

self-reliant
self-reliant
[Adjetivo]

able to take care of oneself without needing help from others

autosuficiente, independiente

autosuficiente, independiente

Ex: The self-reliant explorer set out on a solo journey across the desert, well-prepared for any obstacles he might encounter. 

El explorador autosuficiente emprendió un viaje en solitario a través del desierto, bien preparado para cualquier obstáculo que pudiera encontrar.

elderly
elderly
[Adjetivo]

advanced in age

mayor

mayor

Ex: The elderly residents of the nursing home appreciated visits from volunteers who provided companionship. 

Los residentes mayores del hogar de ancianos apreciaban las visitas de los voluntarios que les brindaban compañía.

supportive
supportive
[Adjetivo]

giving encouragement or providing help

de apoyo, comprensivo

de apoyo, comprensivo

Ex: The manager was known for creating a supportive work environment where employees felt valued and empowered to succeed. 

El gerente era conocido por crear un ambiente de trabajo de apoyo donde los empleados se sentían valorados y empoderados para triunfar.

dynamic
dynamic
[Adjetivo]

having a lot of energy

dinámico

dinámico

Ex: Despite his age, he maintains a dynamic lifestyle, always seeking new adventures. 

A pesar de su edad, mantiene un estilo de vida dinámico, siempre buscando nuevas aventuras.

foolish
foolish
[Adjetivo]

displaying poor judgment or a lack of caution

tonto

tonto

Ex: His foolish attempt to fix the car without experience resulted in damage. 

Su intento tonto de arreglar el coche sin experiencia resultó en daños.

wise
wise
[Adjetivo]

deeply knowledgeable and experienced and capable of giving good advice or making good decisions

sabio, prudente

sabio, prudente

Ex: Wise mentors can provide valuable guidance to those seeking to learn and grow. 

Los mentores sabios pueden proporcionar una orientación valiosa a quienes buscan aprender y crecer.

independent
independent
[Adjetivo]

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

independiente

independiente

Ex: He's known for his independent spirit, preferring to work alone rather than in a team. 

Es conocido por su espíritu independiente, prefiriendo trabajar solo en lugar de en equipo.

[set] in {one's} ways

to refuse to change one's opinions, behaviors, habits, etc.

muy cerrado en sus costumbres, aferrado a sus hábitos

muy cerrado en sus costumbres, aferrado a sus hábitos

Ex: Don't expect him to try a new routine; he's set in his ways. 

No esperes que pruebe una rutina nueva; está muy cerrado en sus costumbres.

adolescent
adolescent
[Sustantivo]

a young person who is in the process of becoming an adult

adolescente

adolescente

Ex: The film was focused on the challenges faced by an adolescent. 

La película se centró en los desafíos que enfrenta un adolescente.

childish
childish
[Adjetivo]

behaving in a way that is immature or typical of a child

infantil, pueril

infantil, pueril

Ex: Making faces at the teacher behind her back was a childish way of expressing discontent with the lesson. 

Hacer muecas al profesor a sus espaldas era una forma infantil de expresar descontento con la lección.

juvenile
juvenile
[Sustantivo]

a young person who has not reached adulthood yet

menor, joven

menor, joven

Ex: The juvenile's parents were called to discuss their child's behavior at school. 

Los padres del juvenil fueron llamados para discutir el comportamiento de su hijo en la escuela.

experienced
experienced
[Adjetivo]

possessing enough skill or knowledge in a certain field or job

experimentado, con experiencia

experimentado, con experiencia

Ex: The experienced doctor accurately diagnosed the patient's condition based on years of medical practice. 

El médico experimentado diagnosticó con precisión la condición del paciente basándose en años de práctica médica.

infantile
infantile
[Adjetivo]

childish in behavior, attitude, or thinking

infantil, pueril

infantil, pueril

mature
mature
[Adjetivo]

fully-grown and physically developed

maduro, adulto

maduro, adulto

Ex: Her mature figure was accentuated by the elegant dress she wore, highlighting her curves and sophistication. 

Su figura madura fue acentuada por el elegante vestido que llevaba, destacando sus curvas y sofisticación.

youthful
youthful
[Adjetivo]

having the characteristics that are typical of young people

juvenil

juvenil

Ex: The actress maintained a youthful glow, with bright eyes and a lively demeanor. 

La actriz mantuvo un juvenil resplandor, con ojos brillantes y un semblante animado.

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