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El libro Total English - Intermedio Alto - Unidad 3 - Referencia

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 3 - Referencia en el libro de curso Total English Upper-Intermediate, como "mientras", "a la moda", "áspero", etc.

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modern
modern
[Adjetivo]

related to the most recent time or to the present time

moderno

moderno

Ex: The documentary highlights modern life in urban areas around the world. 

El documental destaca la vida moderna en las áreas urbanas alrededor del mundo.

ancient
ancient
[Adjetivo]

related or belonging to a period of history that is long gone

antiguo

antiguo

Ex: The artifacts displayed in the museum date back to ancient times. 

Los artefactos exhibidos en el museo se remontan a tiempos antiguos.

antique
antique
[Adjetivo]

old and often considered valuable due to its age, craftsmanship, or historical significance

de antigüedades

de antigüedades

Ex: He restored an antique car from the 1920s, now worth a small fortune. 

Restauró un coche antiguo de la década de 1920, que ahora vale una pequeña fortuna.

traditional
traditional
[Adjetivo]

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

tradicional

tradicional

Ex: She decorated her living room in a traditional style, with classic wooden furniture and antique lamps. 

Decoró su sala de estar en un estilo tradicional, con muebles de madera clásicos y lámparas antiguas.

secondhand
secondhand
[Adjetivo]

previously owned or used by someone else

de segunda mano, usado

de segunda mano, usado

Ex: He found a secondhand laptop that was much cheaper than a new one. 

Encontró una computadora portátil de segunda mano que era mucho más barata que una nueva.

elderly
elderly
[Sustantivo]

people of old age

mayores

mayores

Ex: Many elderly prefer living in quieter neighborhoods suited to their needs. 

Muchos ancianos prefieren vivir en barrios más tranquilos adaptados a sus necesidades.

old-fashioned
old-fashioned
[Adjetivo]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

pasado de moda

pasado de moda

Ex: Her grandmother's old-fashioned dress, with its high collar and lace trim, reflected a bygone era of fashion. 

El vestido anticuado de su abuela, con su cuello alto y adornos de encaje, reflejaba una época pasada de la moda.

trendy
trendy
[Adjetivo]

influenced by the latest or popular styles

de moda, a la moda

de moda, a la moda

Ex: This season's trendy colors seem to be pastel shades and earthy tones. 

Los colores de moda de esta temporada parecen ser tonos pastel y tonos tierra.

fashionable
fashionable
[Adjetivo]

following the latest or the most popular styles and trends in a specific period

a la moda, moderno

a la moda, moderno

Ex: Despite her busy schedule, she manages to remain fashionable and well-dressed for every occasion. 

A pesar de su apretada agenda, logra mantenerse a la moda y bien vestida para cada ocasión.

while
while
[Sustantivo]

a span of time

rato

rato

Ex: The children played in the park for a while, enjoying the warm afternoon sun. 

Los niños jugaron en el parque durante un rato, disfrutando del cálido sol de la tarde.

during
during
[Preposición]

used to express that something happens continuously from the beginning to the end of a period of time

durante

durante

Ex: The students were attentive during the entire class. 

Los estudiantes estuvieron atentos durante toda la clase.

throughout
throughout
[Preposición]

during the whole period of time of something

a lo largo de, durante todo

a lo largo de, durante todo

Ex: She felt supported throughout her career by her mentors and colleagues. 

Se sintió apoyada a lo largo de su carrera por sus mentores y colegas.

since
since
[Preposición]

used to indicate the period of time between a specific past event and the present

desde

desde

Ex: We've heard nothing from them since their departure. 

No hemos sabido nada de ellos desde su partida.

until
until
[Preposición]

used to show that something continues or lasts up to a specific point in time and often not happening or existing after that time

hasta

hasta

Ex: The library is open until 8 PM on weekdays. 

La biblioteca está abierta hasta las 8 PM entre semana.

previous
previous
[Adjetivo]

occurring or existing before what is being mentioned

anterior, previo

anterior, previo

Ex: He reviewed the previous year's financial reports to analyze the company's performance. 

Revisó los informes financieros del año anterior para analizar el desempeño de la empresa.

soft
soft
[Adjetivo]

gentle to the touch

blando

blando

Ex: The kitten's fur was incredibly soft to the touch. 

El pelaje del gatito era increíblemente suave al tacto.

stretchy
stretchy
[Adjetivo]

capable of being stretched or extended without breaking

elástico, extensible

elástico, extensible

Ex: He appreciated the stretchy waistband on his pants for added comfort. 

Apreció la cintura elástica de sus pantalones para mayor comodidad.

shiny
shiny
[Adjetivo]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

brillante

brillante

Ex: The shiny surface of the polished marble floor reflected the overhead lights. 

La superficie brillante del suelo de mármol pulido reflejaba las luces del techo.

smooth
smooth
[Adjetivo]

having a surface that is even and free from roughness or irregularities

liso, parejo

liso, parejo

Ex: The artist polished the sculpture until it was perfectly smooth. 

El artista pulió la escultura hasta que estuvo perfectamente lisa.

rough
rough
[Adjetivo]

having an uneven or jagged texture

áspero

áspero

Ex: The rough bark of the tree scraped against her hand as she climbed. 

La corteza áspera del árbol rozó su mano mientras trepaba.

furry
furry
[Adjetivo]

having an abundant covering or coat of soft, dense hair or fur

peludo

peludo

Ex: The puppy's furry ears flopped adorably as it ran around the yard. 

Las orejas peludas del cachorro se movían adorablamente mientras corría por el jardín.

slippery
slippery
[Adjetivo]

difficult to hold or move on because of being smooth, greasy, wet, etc.

resbaladizo, escurridizo

resbaladizo, escurridizo

Ex: The icy sidewalk was dangerously slippery, requiring caution when walking. 

La acera helada estaba peligrosamente resbaladiza, requiriendo precaución al caminar.

itchy
itchy
[Adjetivo]

causing an annoying feeling on the skin that makes a person want to scratch it

que pica, pruriginoso

que pica, pruriginoso

Ex: An itchy scarf can be uncomfortable in winter. 

Una bufanda que pica puede ser incómoda en invierno.

to take over

to begin to be in charge of something, often previously managed by someone else

tomar el poder

tomar el poder

Ex: The elected official is taking over the office duties this week. 

El funcionario electo se hace cargo de las funciones de la oficina esta semana.

to take off

to become famous and successful in a sudden and rapid manner

saltar a la fama

saltar a la fama

Ex: The new tech gadget is expected to take off in the market due to its revolutionary features. 

Se espera que el nuevo gadget tecnológico despegue en el mercado debido a sus características revolucionarias.

to take to
to take to
[Verbo]

to start to like someone or something

encariñarse con, aficionarse a

encariñarse con, aficionarse a

Ex: She took to her new neighbor after a few friendly conversations. 

Ella tomó cariño a su nuevo vecino después de algunas conversaciones amistosas.

to take in
to take in
[Verbo]

to accept or emotionally process something

aceptar, asimilar

aceptar, asimilar

Ex: The students struggled to take in the complexity of the scientific concept. 

Los estudiantes lucharon por asimilar la complejidad del concepto científico.

to [take] part

to participate in something, such as an event or activity

Ex: Students are encouraged to take part in extracurricular activities to enrich their school experience. 
to [take] {one's} breath away

to make someone become really amazed

dejar sin aliento, dejar boquiabierto

dejar sin aliento, dejar boquiabierto

Ex: The bride looked so beautiful that she took his breath away. 

La novia estaba tan hermosa que lo dejó sin aliento.

to [take] it for granted

to assume without question that something is true

dar por sentado, asumir sin más

dar por sentado, asumir sin más

Ex: She took it for granted that he would agree. 

Dio por sentado que él aceptaría.

to [take] {sth} in stride

to calmly cope with something that is difficult or disturbing

tomárselo con calma, encajarlo bien

tomárselo con calma, encajarlo bien

Ex: The team took the delay in stride and adjusted the schedule. 

El equipo se tomó el retraso con calma y ajustó el calendario.

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