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El libro Insight - Avanzado - Unidad 8 - 8A

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 8 - 8A en el libro de curso Insight Advanced, como "trampa", "congestionado", "abordar", etc.

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stand-alone
[Adjetivo]

capable of operating independently or functioning without the need for additional support or connection

autónomo, independiente

autónomo, independiente

Ex: The new module can operate as a stand-alone unit or be integrated into the system .El nuevo módulo puede funcionar como una unidad **independiente** o integrarse en el sistema.
building site
[Sustantivo]

an area where construction activities take place, involving the creation or renovation of structures

obra, sitio de construcción

obra, sitio de construcción

Ex: Construction on the new office building began at the building site last month .La construcción del nuevo edificio de oficinas comenzó en el **sitio de construcción** el mes pasado.
slum
[Sustantivo]

(often plural) a very poor and overpopulated area of a city or town in which the houses are not in good condition

barrio bajo, suburbio

barrio bajo, suburbio

Ex: The government is implementing programs to improve living conditions in slums.El gobierno está implementando programas para mejorar las condiciones de vida en los **barrios marginales**.
tenement
[Sustantivo]

a house or building divided into separate residences, often large and associated with urban, lower-income housing

casa de vecindad

casa de vecindad

Ex: City planners worked to improve living conditions in tenements.
congested
[Adjetivo]

(of a place) filled with many people, vehicles, or objects, leading to difficulties in movement

congestionado, abarrotado

congestionado, abarrotado

Ex: The congested train platform was crowded with commuters waiting for the next train .El andén del tren **congestionado** estaba lleno de viajeros esperando el próximo tren.
thoroughfare
[Sustantivo]

a road, street, or passage that provides a direct route or passage for vehicles, pedestrians, or both

vía principal

vía principal

Ex: They live just off the main thoroughfare, so it 's easy for them to get around .Viven justo al lado de la **vía principal**, por lo que es fácil para ellos moverse.
urban
[Adjetivo]

addressing the structures, functions, or issues of cities and their populations

urbano

urbano

Ex: Urban policy reforms aim to reduce traffic congestion in major cities .Las reformas de la política **urbana** tienen como objetivo reducir la congestión del tráfico en las grandes ciudades.
infrastructure
[Sustantivo]

the physical and organizational assets, such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public services, that support economic activity and daily life

infraestructura

infraestructura

Ex: Infrastructure development is key to attracting foreign investment .El desarrollo de **infraestructuras** es clave para atraer inversión extranjera.
sewage system
[Sustantivo]

a system of pipes and facilities that collect and process dirty water and waste from buildings and house

sistema de alcantarillado, red de saneamiento

sistema de alcantarillado, red de saneamiento

Ex: Modern sewage systems incorporate advanced technology for waste treatment .Los **sistemas de alcantarillado** modernos incorporan tecnología avanzada para el tratamiento de residuos.
dweller
[Sustantivo]

a person or animal that resides in a particular place or habitat

habitante, residente

habitante, residente

Ex: Mountain dwellers have adapted to the high altitude and rugged terrain .Los **habitantes** de las montañas se han adaptado a la gran altitud y al terreno accidentado.
plight
[Sustantivo]

an unpleasant, sad, or difficult situation

crisis

crisis

crisis
[Sustantivo]

a period of serious difficulty or danger that requires immediate action

crisis

crisis

Ex: Mental health services play a crucial role in providing support to individuals experiencing crisis, offering counseling , therapy , and intervention when needed .Los servicios de salud mental desempeñan un papel crucial al brindar apoyo a las personas que experimentan una **crisis**, ofreciendo asesoramiento, terapia e intervención cuando es necesario.
pitfall
[Sustantivo]

an unexpected or hidden difficulty or danger

dificultad

dificultad

Ex: The travel blog highlighted the pitfalls of vacationing in remote areas .El blog de viajes destacó los **obstáculos** de vacacionar en áreas remotas.
remedy
[Sustantivo]

a means of correcting or eliminating a problem, harm, or undesirable situation

remedio

remedio

Ex: Meditation became a daily remedy for her anxiety and sleepless nights .La meditación se convirtió en un **remedio** diario para su ansiedad y sus noches de insomnio.
quick fix
[Sustantivo]

an immediate solution that offers temporary relief or improvement to a problem without addressing the root cause

solución rápida, parche

solución rápida, parche

Ex: Rather than seeking a quick fix for stress , it 's beneficial to establish long-term strategies for managing stress in a healthy way .En lugar de buscar una **solución rápida** para el estrés, es beneficioso establecer estrategias a largo plazo para manejar el estrés de manera saludable.
panacea
[Sustantivo]

something imagined to solve all problems

panacea

panacea

Ex: No single law can serve as a panacea for complex issues .Ninguna ley única puede servir como **panacea** para problemas complejos.
to tackle
[Verbo]

to try to deal with a difficult problem or situation in a determined manner

abordar, confrontar

abordar, confrontar

Ex: Governments worldwide are tackling climate change through various initiatives .Los gobiernos de todo el mundo **abordan** el cambio climático a través de diversas iniciativas.

to help ease mental or physical pain

aliviar

aliviar

Ex: Massaging the scalp can alleviate headaches caused by tension .Masajear el cuero cabelludo puede **aliviar** los dolores de cabeza causados por la tensión.
to resolve
[Verbo]

to find a way to solve a disagreement or issue

resolver, solucionar

resolver, solucionar

Ex: Negotiators strive to resolve disputes by finding mutually agreeable solutions .Los negociadores se esfuerzan por **resolver** disputas encontrando soluciones mutuamente aceptables.
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