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El libro Insight - Avanzado - Perspectiva del Vocabulario 10

Aquí encontrarás las palabras del Vocabulario Insight 10 en el libro de curso Insight Advanced, como "políglota", "extraterrestre", "cronológico", etc.

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poly-
[Prefijo]

used to refer to multiple or various aspects or instances of a particular thing

poli, multi

poli, multi

Ex: "Polygraph" is a device used to measure several physiological responses.El **polígrafo** es un dispositivo utilizado para medir varias respuestas fisiológicas.
polyclinic
[Sustantivo]

a clinic or medical center that is not part of a hospital, where a wide variety of diseases and injuries are treated

policlínica

policlínica

Ex: Polyclinics offer comprehensive medical services without the need for a hospital visit .Las **policlínicas** ofrecen servicios médicos integrales sin la necesidad de una visita al hospital.
polygon
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a flat shape consisting of three or more straight sides

polígono

polígono

Ex: Polygons can be classified based on the number of their sides , such as pentagons and hexagons .Los **polígonos** se pueden clasificar según el número de sus lados, como los pentágonos y los hexágonos.
polysyllabic
[Adjetivo]

(of a word) having multiple syllables, or specifically, having more than two syllables

polisilábico, de múltiples sílabas

polisilábico, de múltiples sílabas

Ex: Some people find polysyllabic words challenging to pronounce.Algunas personas encuentran difíciles de pronunciar las palabras **polisilábicas**.
polytheism
[Sustantivo]

the belief in or worship of multiple gods or deities

politeísmo

politeísmo

Ex: Polytheism often involves rituals and ceremonies dedicated to honoring different deities .El **politeísmo** a menudo implica rituales y ceremonias dedicados a honrar a diferentes deidades.
polyglot
[Sustantivo]

a person who can speak or understand multiple languages

políglota, multilingüe

políglota, multilingüe

Ex: Being a polyglot, he easily communicated with people from different countries .Siendo un **políglota**, se comunicaba fácilmente con personas de diferentes países.
extra-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate something additional or beyond the usual

extra-

extra-

Ex: In the term "extra-large," -extra is used to denote a size that is larger than just "large."En el término "extra-large", **extra** se utiliza para denotar un tamaño que es más grande que simplemente "large".
extraterrestrial
[Sustantivo]

an entity or being originating from or existing outside Earth

extraterrestre, ser extraterrestre

extraterrestre, ser extraterrestre

Ex: Some believe that extraterrestrials are responsible for the mysterious lights seen in the sky .Algunos creen que los **extraterrestres** son responsables de las luces misteriosas vistas en el cielo.
inter-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate the relationship or interaction between two or more things or people

inter-, entre

inter-, entre

Ex: Intercontinental flights often have long durations.Los vuelos **inter**continentales suelen tener largas duraciones.
micro-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate something on a very small scale or at a microscopic level

micro-, mini-

micro-, mini-

micro-organism
[Sustantivo]

a tiny living thing, like bacteria or fungi, that can only be seen using a microscope

microorganismo, microbio

microorganismo, microbio

Ex: Scientists are studying the micro-organisms found in the soil to understand their role in the ecosystem .Los científicos están estudiando los **microorganismos** encontrados en el suelo para comprender su papel en el ecosistema.
macro-
[Prefijo]

used to refer to something that is large-scale

macro-, gran escala

macro-, gran escala

Ex: Effective macromarketing strategies look at the broad impacts on global or regional markets rather than focusing solely on individual consumer behavior.Las estrategias efectivas de **macromarketing** analizan los impactos amplios en los mercados globales o regionales en lugar de centrarse únicamente en el comportamiento del consumidor individual.
macroeconomic
[Adjetivo]

relating to the study or analysis of the overall economy, including aspects such as national income, inflation, employment, and economic growth

macroeconómico

macroeconómico

Ex: Inflation and unemployment are key macroeconomic indicators .La inflación y el desempleo son indicadores **macroeconómicos** clave.
chrono-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate a relation to time or its order

crono

crono

Ex: Chronotherapy aims to optimize the timing of medication to match the body's biological rhythms.La **crono**terapia tiene como objetivo optimizar el momento de la medicación para que coincida con los ritmos biológicos del cuerpo.
chronological
[Adjetivo]

organized according to the order that the events occurred in

cronológico

cronológico

Ex: The museum exhibit showcased artifacts in chronological order , illustrating the development of civilization .La exposición del museo mostraba artefactos en orden **cronológico**, ilustrando el desarrollo de la civilización.
neo-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate something new, revived, or modern

neo, nuevo

neo, nuevo

nanotechnology
[Sustantivo]

the study of working with incredibly tiny materials and devices to create new technologies and applications

nanotecnología, tecnología de nanomateriales

nanotecnología, tecnología de nanomateriales

Ex: Nanotechnology plays a key role in modern cancer treatments.La **nanotecnología** juega un papel clave en los tratamientos modernos contra el cáncer.
pan-
[Prefijo]

used to convey the idea of encompassing or involving a wide range of things or areas

pan-, omni-

pan-, omni-

pandemic
[Sustantivo]

a disease that spreads across a large region or even across the world

pandemia

pandemia

Ex: Pandemics can spread illness globally due to increased international travel and trade networks.Las **pandemias** pueden propagar enfermedades a nivel mundial debido al aumento de los viajes internacionales y las redes comerciales.
bi-
[Prefijo]

used to indicate the presence of two of something, or that something has two parts or aspects

bi-

bi-

bilateral
[Adjetivo]

involving or relating to two sides or parties

bilateral, bilateral

bilateral, bilateral

Ex: Bilateral cooperation between the organizations led to significant advancements .La cooperación **bilateral** entre las organizaciones condujo a avances significativos.
retro-
[Prefijo]

used to describe styles, trends, or designs that are inspired by earlier decades or cultural periods

retro, vintage

retro, vintage

Ex: The movie soundtrack features retro-funk hits, bringing back the groove of the 70s.La banda sonora de la película presenta éxitos del **retro**-funk, recuperando el ritmo de los años 70.
retroactive
[Adjetivo]

applied or taken effect from a past date or event

retroactivo

retroactivo

Ex: His promotion came with a retroactive pay adjustment .Su ascenso vino con un ajuste de pago **retroactivo**.

relating to the study of how the mind processes language, combining psychology and linguistics

psicolingüístico, relativo a la psicolingüística

psicolingüístico, relativo a la psicolingüística

Ex: Computational models of language processing draw on psycholinguistic principles to simulate human-like language comprehension .Los modelos computacionales de procesamiento del lenguaje se basan en principios **psicolingüísticos** para simular una comprensión del lenguaje similar a la humana.
biochemical
[Adjetivo]

referring to processes or substances related to the chemical reactions that occur within living organisms

bioquímico, relacionado con los procesos bioquímicos

bioquímico, relacionado con los procesos bioquímicos

Ex: Hormones are biochemical messengers that regulate various physiological processes in the body .Las hormonas son mensajeros **bioquímicos** que regulan varios procesos fisiológicos en el cuerpo.
sociocultural
[Adjetivo]

related to the social and cultural aspects of a society, emphasizing the influence of social factors, norms, and cultural practices on individuals and communities

sociocultural, relacionado con los aspectos sociales y culturales

sociocultural, relacionado con los aspectos sociales y culturales

Ex: The sociocultural changes over time are often reflected in art and literature .Los cambios **socioculturales** a lo largo del tiempo a menudo se reflejan en el arte y la literatura.
geopolitical
[Adjetivo]

related to the influence and interactions of geographical factors on political decisions, relationships, and strategies among nations

geopolítico, relacionado con la geopolítica

geopolítico, relacionado con la geopolítica

Ex: The geopolitical importance of maritime trade routes has sparked competition among naval powers .La importancia **geopolítica** de las rutas comerciales marítimas ha desatado competencia entre las potencias navales.
microelectronic
[Adjetivo]

pertaining to the design of small electronic components, circuits, and systems that enable the creation of compact and high-performing electronic devices

microelectrónico, relativo a la microelectrónica

microelectrónico, relativo a la microelectrónica

Ex: Microelectronic components can be found in nearly all consumer electronics .Los componentes **microelectrónicos** se pueden encontrar en casi todos los dispositivos electrónicos de consumo.
ray
[Sustantivo]

a straight line with one endpoint that extends infinitely in the other direction

rayo, semirrecta

rayo, semirrecta

sphere
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a round object that every point on its surface has the same distance from its center

esfera

esfera

Ex: Spheres are often used in design for their smooth and harmonious appearance .Las **esferas** se utilizan a menudo en el diseño por su apariencia suave y armoniosa.
spiral
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a curved shape or design that gradually winds around a center or axis

espiral

espiral

Ex: The gymnast executed a flawless series of spins and jumps , creating an impressive aerial spiral.El gimnasta ejecutó una serie impecable de giros y saltos, creando una impresionante espiral aérea.
lozenge
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a figure with four sides and two opposite angles more than 90° and two of less than 90°

rombo

rombo

cone
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a three dimensional shape with a circular base that rises to a single point

cono

cono

Ex: The chef stacked three ice cream scoops in a waffle cone for the perfect summer treat .El chef apiló tres bolas de helado en un **cono** de galleta para el postre de verano perfecto.
cube
[Sustantivo]

a figure, either hollow or solid, with six equal square sides

cubo

cubo

Ex: The ice in the cooler was formed into perfect cubes.El hielo en la nevera se formó en **cubos** perfectos.
crescent
[Sustantivo]

a curved shape with narrow points at the ends that appears wider in the middle, like the shape of the moon in its first and last quarters

medialuna

medialuna

Ex: The crescent of the new moon was barely visible against the twilight sky .El **creciente** de la luna nueva era apenas visible contra el cielo del crepúsculo.
radius
[Sustantivo]

the length of a straight line drawn from the center of a circle to any point on its outer boundary

radio

radio

Ex: The radius of a planet determines its gravitational influence and orbital characteristics within a solar system .El **radio** de un planeta determina su influencia gravitacional y sus características orbitales dentro de un sistema solar.
arc
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a part of a circle, which is curved

arco

arco

Ex: When measuring an arc, it is important to identify the center of the circle .Al medir un **arco**, es importante identificar el centro del círculo.
ellipse
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a closed plane curve that has two focal points

elipse

elipse

tangent
[Sustantivo]

(mathematics) the ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a triangle that has one angle of 90°

tangente

tangente

Ex: When the sun is setting , you can use the tangent to figure out the angle the sun makes with the horizon .Cuando el sol se está poniendo, puedes usar la **tangente** para calcular el ángulo que forma el sol con el horizonte.
cylinder
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a solid or hollow shape with two circular bases at each end and straight parallel sides

cilindro

cilindro

Ex: The ancient columns were made in the shape of massive stone cylinders, supporting the grand structure .Las antiguas columnas fueron hechas en forma de **cilindros** de piedra maciza, sosteniendo la gran estructura.
green light
[Sustantivo]

approval to begin a project

luz verde

luz verde

Ex: If the budget is approved , we can expect the green light for hiring new employees .Si se aprueba el presupuesto, podemos esperar el **luz verde** para contratar nuevos empleados.
blue-collar
[Adjetivo]

relating to jobs or workers who engage in manual labor or skilled trades

obrero, manual

obrero, manual

Ex: Blue-collar workers are known for their hands-on approach to problem-solving and their ability to work effectively with tools and machinery.Los trabajadores **de cuello azul** son conocidos por su enfoque práctico para resolver problemas y su capacidad para trabajar eficazmente con herramientas y maquinaria.
white-collar
[Adjetivo]

relating to jobs or workers who perform professional, managerial, or administrative tasks, typically in office settings

de cuello blanco, de oficina

de cuello blanco, de oficina

Ex: White-collar workers often work in corporate settings, government offices, or professional services firms.Los trabajadores **de cuello blanco** suelen trabajar en entornos corporativos, oficinas gubernamentales o firmas de servicios profesionales.

in debt due to spending more than one's earnings

Ex: The restaurant was struggling to attract enough customers, leading to significant losses, and they were operating in the red.
golden years
[Sustantivo]

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

años dorados, tercera edad

años dorados, tercera edad

Ex: He moved to a quiet countryside house to enjoy his golden years.Se mudó a una tranquila casa en el campo para disfrutar de sus **años dorados**.
gray area
[Sustantivo]

a situation that is hard to define or categorize and therefore unclear

área gris, zona gris

área gris, zona gris

Ex: The boundaries of privacy in the digital age often exist in a gray area, raising important questions about personal data and surveillance .Los límites de la privacidad en la era digital a menudo existen en un **área gris**, planteando preguntas importantes sobre los datos personales y la vigilancia.

occurring without prior warning

Ex: The sudden storm out of the blue, catching many people unprepared .
red tape
[Sustantivo]

official procedures or rules that are unnecessary and time-consuming

papeleo

papeleo

Ex: They had to navigate through a lot of red tape to get their visa approved .Tuvieron que navegar a través de mucha **burocracia** para que les aprobaran su visa.
white flag
[Sustantivo]

a universal symbol of surrender or truce, used to indicate the intention to cease fighting or negotiate peace

bandera blanca, pabellón blanco

bandera blanca, pabellón blanco

Ex: The villagers put up a white flag to indicate their desire for peace .Los aldeanos izaron una **bandera blanca** para indicar su deseo de paz.
purple patch
[Sustantivo]

a period marked by good luck or success

estado de gracia

estado de gracia

Ex: She hopes this purple patch of creativity continues for a long time .Ella espera que este **momento de suerte** de creatividad continúe por mucho tiempo.

in a distinctive and very successful way

brillantemente

brillantemente

Ex: The company launched its new with flying colors, exceeding sales projections in the first month .
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