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to base on
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to rise
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to result in
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imbalance
5-
to lead
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to collapse
7-
to depend on
8-
awe-inspiring
9-
countless
10-
distressing
11-
huge
12-
impressive
13-
to kill
14-
monstrous
15-
numerous
16-
outlawed
17-
slaughter
18-
upsetting
19-
fast food
20-
lunchtime
21-
popular
22-
standard
23-
traditional
24-
wedding
25-
banquet
26-
fare
27-
to order
28-
snack
29-
takeaway
to base on
to base on
Verbo
uk flag
/bˈeɪs ˈɑːn/
(fundamentar en)

(fundamentar en)

basar en

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

example
Ejemplo
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The report is based on extensive research in the field.
The decision was based on careful consideration of the options.

Información Gramatical:

ditransitive
Estado Frasal
separable
verbo de la frase
base
partícula de la frase
on
to rise
to rise
Verbo
r
r
i
s
z
e
subir

subir

to move from a lower to a higher position

descend

Información Gramatical:

Intransitivo
to result in
to result in
Verbo
uk flag
/ɹɪzˈʌlt ˈɪn/
resultar en

resultar en

to cause something to occur

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
Estado Frasal
inseparable
verbo de la frase
result
partícula de la frase
in
imbalance
Sustantivo
i
ɪ
m
m
b
b
a
æ
l
l
a
ə
n
n
c
s
e
(desequilibrio)

(desequilibrio)

desigualdad

lack of equal distribution between two or more things, often resulting in an unfair situation

balance
to lead
to lead
Verbo
l
l
ea
i:
d
d
(llevar a)

(llevar a)

conducir a

to be the cause of something

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
to collapse
to collapse
Verbo
c
k
o
ə
ll
l
a
æ
p
p
s
s
e
derrumbarse

derrumbarse

(of a construction) to fall down suddenly, particularly due to being damaged or weak

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Intransitivo
to depend on
to depend on
Verbo
uk flag
/dɪpˈɛnd ˈɑːn/
depender de

depender de

to be determined or affected by something else

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
Estado Frasal
inseparable
verbo de la frase
depend
partícula de la frase
on
awe-inspiring
Adjetivo
uk flag
/ˈɔːɪnspˈaɪɚɹɪŋ/
N/A

N/A

Approving

evoking a feeling of great respect, admiration, and sometimes fear

countless
countless
Adjetivo
c
k
o
a
u
ʊ
n
n
t
t
l
l
e
ə
ss
s
incontable

incontable

so numerous that it cannot be easily counted or quantified

distressing
distressing
Adjetivo
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
t
t
r
r
e
ɛ
ss
s
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
molesto

molesto

causing feelings of discomfort, sadness, or anxiety

huge
huge
Adjetivo
h
h
u
ju
g
ʤ
e
enorme

enorme

very large in size

impressive
impressive
Adjetivo
i
ɪ
m
m
p
p
r
r
e
ɛ
ss
s
i
ɪ
v
v
e
impresionante

impresionante

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

unimpressive
to kill
to kill
Verbo
k
k
i
ɪ
ll
l
matar

matar

to end the life of someone or something

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
monstrous
Adjetivo
m
m
o
ɑ
n
n
s
s
t
t
r
r
ou
ə
s
s
(enorme)

(enorme)

monstruoso

exceptionally large in size

numerous
numerous
Adjetivo
n
n
u
u
m
m
e
ɜ
r
r
ou
ə
s
s
numeroso

numeroso

indicating a large number of something

outlawed
Adjetivo
o
a
u
ʊ
t
t
l
l
a
ɔ
w
e
d
d
(ilegal)

(ilegal)

prohibido

prohibited by law or made illegal

slaughter
Sustantivo
s
s
l
l
au
ɔ
gh
t
t
e
ɜ
r
r
(slaughter)

(slaughter)

matanza

the killing of animals for food, often done on a large scale in industrial settings

upsetting
upsetting
Adjetivo
u
ə
p
p
s
s
e
ɛ
tt
t
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
preocupante

preocupante

causing sadness, anger, or concern

fast food
fast food
Sustantivo
uk flag
/fæst fuːd/
comida rápida

comida rápida

food that is quickly prepared and served, such as hamburgers, pizzas, etc.

What is "fast food"?

Fast food refers to food that is quickly prepared and served, typically by restaurants specializing in this type of service. Fast food is often associated with items like burgers, fries, pizza, fried chicken, tacos, and sandwiches. These meals are designed for convenience and speed, allowing customers to eat on the go or with minimal waiting time. While fast food can be convenient and tasty, it is often high in calories, fats, sugars, and sodium, which can contribute to health issues if consumed frequently.

Información Gramatical:

Sustantivo Compuesto
lunchtime
lunchtime
Sustantivo
l
l
u
ʌ
n
n
ch
ʧ
t
t
i
m
m
e
(hora de comer)

(hora de comer)

hora del almuerzo

the time in the middle of the day when we eat lunch

popular
popular
Adjetivo
p
p
o
ɑ
p
p
u
j
ə
l
l
a
ə
r
r
popular

popular

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

unpopular
standard
standard
Adjetivo
s
s
t
t
a
æ
n
n
d
d
a
ɜ
r
r
d
d
(común)

(común)

estándar

commonly recognized, done, used, etc.

nonstandard
traditional
traditional
Adjetivo
t
t
r
r
a
ə
d
d
i
ɪ
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
a
ə
l
l
tradicional

tradicional

belonging to or following the methods or thoughts that are old as opposed to new or different ones

nontraditional
wedding
wedding
Sustantivo
w
w
e
ɛ
dd
d
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(matrimonio)

(matrimonio)

boda

a ceremony or event where two people are married

banquet
banquet
Sustantivo
b
b
a
æ
n
n
q
k
u
w
e
ə
t
t
banquete

banquete

a large and formal meal for many people, often for a special event

What is a "banquet"?

A banquet is a formal and lavish meal or feast, often held to celebrate a special occasion, honor a person or group, or mark a significant event. It typically involves a large gathering of guests and features multiple courses served in a grand or ceremonial setting. Banquets are characterized by elaborate and meticulously planned menus, with each course carefully prepared and presented to impress guests. The meal may include appetizers, soups, salads, main courses with accompaniments, desserts, and beverages. Banquets are often accompanied by speeches, toasts, entertainment, music, or performances, adding to the festive atmosphere.

fare
Sustantivo
f
f
a
ɛ
r
r
e
(gastronomía)

(gastronomía)

comida

a selection or variety of food or drink, often of a particular type or from a certain region

What is "fare"?

Fare refers to food, especially the kind that is provided or served at a particular event, place, or time. It encompasses a wide range of dishes, meals, and culinary offerings. For example, the fare at a restaurant might include appetizers, entrees, and desserts from a specific cuisine. Similarly, the fare at a festival might consist of various street foods and snacks.

to order
to order
Verbo
o
ɔ:
r
r
d
d
e
ə
r
r
(ordenar)

(ordenar)

pedir

to ask for something, especially food, drinks, services, etc. in a restaurant, bar, or shop

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
snack
snack
Sustantivo
s
s
n
n
a
æ
ck
k
tentempié

tentempié

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

What is a "snack"?

A snack is a small portion of food eaten between meals, typically to satisfy hunger or cravings. Snacks are often quick and easy to prepare or grab on the go and can vary widely in type and size. Common snacks include fruits, nuts, crackers, chips, granola bars, yogurt, or small sandwiches. They provide a quick energy boost and help people feel full until their next meal. Snacking can be enjoyed at any time of day and can be a healthy part of a balanced diet when chosen wisely.

takeaway
takeaway
Sustantivo
t
t
a
k
k
ea
ə
w
w
a
e
y
ɪ
comida para llevar

comida para llevar

a meal bought from a restaurant or store to be eaten somewhere else

What is "takeaway"?

Takeaway refers to food that is prepared and packaged for customers to take home or eat elsewhere, rather than being consumed in the same place it was purchased. Takeaway food can include a wide variety of cuisines, from fast food like burgers and pizzas to ethnic dishes like Chinese or Indian cuisine. It provides a convenient option for individuals or families who prefer to enjoy restaurant-quality food in the comfort of their own home or while on the go.

Información Gramatical:

Sustantivo Compuesto

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