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El libro Total English - Avanzado - Unidad 6 - Referencia

Aquí encontrarás el vocabulario de la Unidad 6 - Referencia en el libro de curso Total English Advanced, como "influencia", "incansable", "vacilar", etc.

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nuclear
nuclear
[Adjetivo]

relating to, producing, or powered by nuclear energy

nuclear

nuclear

Ex: The nuclear reactor was shut down temporarily for routine maintenance. 

El reactor nuclear fue apagado temporalmente para mantenimiento de rutina.

speech
speech
[Sustantivo]

a formal talk about a particular topic given to an audience

discurso

discurso

Ex: The commencement speech at graduation encouraged students to pursue their dreams. 
medicine
medicine
[Sustantivo]

the field of science that is concerned with treating injuries and diseases

medicina

medicina

Ex: The field of medicine encompasses various specialties, including surgery, pediatrics, and psychiatry, each focusing on different aspects of patient care. 
argument
argument
[Sustantivo]

a discussion, typically a serious one, between two or more people with different views

argumento

argumento

Ex: The siblings had a silly argument about who got the bigger slice of cake. 
economic
economic
[Adjetivo]

relating to the production, distribution, and management of wealth and resources within a society or country

económico

económico

Ex: They studied the economic impact of tourism in the region. 

Estudiaron el impacto económico del turismo en la región.

solar
solar
[Adjetivo]

related to the sun

solar

solar

Ex: Solar radiation is essential for photosynthesis in plants. 

La radiación solar es esencial para la fotosíntesis en las plantas.

brain
brain
[Sustantivo]

the body part that is inside our head controlling how we feel, think, move, etc.

cerebro

cerebro

Ex: She used her brain to solve the difficult puzzle. 
influence
influence
[Sustantivo]

the ability to affect people or events, particularly through prestige, status, or authority

eficacia, influencia

eficacia, influencia

Ex: Her influence in the academic community helped secure funding for the research project. 
political
political
[Adjetivo]

related to or involving the governance of a country or territory

político

político

Ex: The political landscape of the country shifted dramatically after the election. 

El panorama político del país cambió drásticamente después de las elecciones.

army
army
[Sustantivo]

a country's military force trained to fight on land

ejército

ejército

Ex: He enlisted in the army after graduating from high school. 
consumer
consumer
[Sustantivo]

someone who buys and uses services or goods

consumidor

consumidor

Ex: The new smartphone model received positive reviews from consumers. 
to win over

to try to change someone's opinion on something and gain their favor or support

convencer, ganarse

convencer, ganarse

Ex: The company’s generous refund policy won over skeptical customers. 

La generosa política de reembolso de la empresa conquistó a los clientes escépticos.

impressed
impressed
[Adjetivo]

respecting or admiring a person or thing, particularly because of their excellent achievements or qualities

impresionado

impresionado

Ex: The impressed audience gave a standing ovation at the end of the performance. 
in
in
[Adjetivo]

currently popular, trendy, or in style

de moda

de moda

Ex: Flared jeans are making a comeback, they're in again. 

Los jeans acampanados están volviendo, están de moda otra vez.

out
out
[Adjetivo]

outdated and no longer considered in style or popular

pasado de moda, anticuado

pasado de moda, anticuado

Ex: Skinny jeans are out, while loose fits are trending. 

Los jeans ajustados están pasados de moda, mientras que los holgados están de moda.

to kick off

to cause something to begin, particularly initiating an event or process

iniciar, poner en marcha un evento o proceso

iniciar, poner en marcha un evento o proceso

Ex: They decided to kick off the celebration with a fireworks display. 

Decidieron iniciar la celebración con un espectáculo de fuegos artificiales.

to [home] in on {sb/sth}

to aim or move straight towards a specific target or objective, often with precision or accuracy

Ex: The marketing team homed in on their ideal customer base. 
to catch on

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

ponerse de moda

ponerse de moda

Ex: She introduced a unique fashion style that caught on, inspiring many to adopt a similar look. 

Ella introdujo un estilo de moda único que prendió, inspirando a muchos a adoptar un look similar.

to come about

to happen, often unexpectedly

ocurrir

ocurrir

Ex: The error in the report came about due to a miscommunication. 

El error en el informe se produjo debido a una mala comunicación.

to come up with

to create something, usually an idea, a solution, or a plan, through one's own efforts or thinking

idear

idear

Ex: I am trying to come up with a new marketing strategy for the company. 

Estoy intentando elaborar una nueva estrategia de marketing para la empresa.

to [come] to a head

to become very dangerous or problematic in a way that demands immediate action

llegar a un punto crítico, llegar al límite

llegar a un punto crítico, llegar al límite

Ex: The problem came to a head after the system failed for the third time. 

El problema llegó al límite después de que el sistema fallara por tercera vez.

to [have] a (good|) head for {sth}

to naturally excel at doing something

Ex: If you have a good head for business, you’ll do well in this industry. 
to [have] {one's} (best|) interests at heart

to show concern about someone, often someone who is in trouble, and do one's best to help them

querer lo mejor para alguien, velar por el bien de alguien

querer lo mejor para alguien, velar por el bien de alguien

Ex: He gave me some hard advice because he had my best interests at heart. 

Me dio un consejo duro porque quería lo mejor para mí.

{one's} heart [sink]

used to express one's sadness or disappointment about something

se le hunde el corazón, sentir gran desilusión

se le hunde el corazón, sentir gran desilusión

Ex: His heart sank when he realized he had forgotten his passport. 

Se le hundió el corazón al darse cuenta de que había olvidado su pasaporte.

to [face] the music

to accept and confront the punishment or consequence of one's wrongdoings or irresponsible actions

afrontar las consecuencias, pagar el pato

afrontar las consecuencias, pagar el pato

Ex: The director avoided questions for weeks, but today he must face the music. 

El director evitó las preguntas durante semanas, pero hoy debe afrontar las consecuencias.

to [save] face

to take action or make a statement in order to avoid embarrassment, humiliation, or loss of respect

salvar las apariencias, evitar quedar mal

salvar las apariencias, evitar quedar mal

Ex: The manager blamed a technical issue to save face. 

El gerente culpó a un problema técnico para salvar las apariencias.

to keep up
to keep up
[Verbo]

to stay knowledgeable and informed about current events or developments in a specific field or area of interest

mantenerse al día, estar al corriente

mantenerse al día, estar al corriente

Ex: As a journalist, she reads multiple newspapers daily to keep up with current events. 

Como periodista, ella lee múltiples periódicos diariamente para mantenerse al día con los eventos actuales.

charismatic
charismatic
[Adjetivo]

having an appealing and persuasive personality that attracts and influences others

carismático

carismático

Ex: His charismatic speeches inspire and motivate audiences, rallying them behind his vision. 

Sus discursos carismáticos inspiran y motivan al público, uniéndolos detrás de su visión.

inspirational
inspirational
[Adjetivo]

providing motivation, encouragement, enthusiasm, or a sense of purpose

inspirador, motivador

inspirador, motivador

Ex: The painting was so beautiful and inspirational that it left a lasting impression on everyone who saw it. 

La pintura era tan hermosa e inspiradora que dejó una impresión duradera en todos los que la vieron.

dignified
dignified
[Adjetivo]

displaying calmness and seriousness in a manner that deserves respect

solemne

solemne

Ex: The ceremony was conducted with a dignified solemnity befitting the occasion of honoring fallen heroes. 

La ceremonia se llevó a cabo con una solemnidad digna apropiada para la ocasión de honrar a los héroes caídos.

aloof
aloof
[Adjetivo]

unfriendly or reluctant to socializing

distante

distante

Ex: The cat, known for its aloof nature, preferred to keep to itself and avoided human interaction. 

El gato, conocido por su naturaleza distante, prefería mantenerse alejado y evitaba la interacción humana.

idealistic
idealistic
[Adjetivo]

believing that good things can happen or perfection can be achieved, while it is nearly impossible or impractical

idealista

idealista

Ex: His idealistic belief in world peace drove him to advocate for diplomacy and cooperation among nations. 

Su creencia idealista en la paz mundial lo llevó a abogar por la diplomacia y la cooperación entre las naciones.

tireless
tireless
[Adjetivo]

able to work continuously without becoming exhausted

incansable, infatigable

incansable, infatigable

Ex: The tireless doctor worked around the clock to treat patients. 

El médico incansable trabajó las 24 horas para tratar a los pacientes.

trustworthy
trustworthy
[Adjetivo]

able to be trusted or relied on

de confianza, confiable

de confianza, confiable

Ex: Despite challenges, the trustworthy employee consistently delivers high-quality work. 

A pesar de los desafíos, el empleado confiable entrega constantemente un trabajo de alta calidad.

resolute
resolute
[Adjetivo]

showing determination or a strong will in pursuing a goal or decision

resuelto, decidido

resuelto, decidido

Ex: A resolute leader inspires confidence and commitment from their team. 

Un líder resuelto inspira confianza y compromiso en su equipo.

nondescript
nondescript
[Adjetivo]

lacking in the qualities that make something or someone stand out or appear special, often appearing plain or ordinary

anodino

anodino

Ex: The hotel was clean but completely nondescript, with no unique features. 

El hotel estaba limpio pero completamente insulso, sin características únicas.

to waver
to waver
[Verbo]

to move in a rhythmic or repetitive pattern that rises and falls

temblar

temblar

Ex: The flames of the campfire wavered, casting a warm glow on the surrounding trees. 

Las llamas de la fogata ondulaban, proyectando un cálido resplandor sobre los árboles circundantes.

approachable
approachable
[Adjetivo]

friendly and easy to talk to, making others feel comfortable and welcome in one's presence

accesible, acogedor

accesible, acogedor

Ex: Despite her busy schedule, she remains approachable, making time for conversations with anyone who needs her. 

A pesar de su apretada agenda, ella sigue siendo accesible, haciendo tiempo para conversaciones con cualquiera que la necesite.

corrupt
corrupt
[Adjetivo]

using one's power or authority to do illegal things for personal gain or financial benefit

corrupto

corrupto

Ex: The corrupt mayor awarded government contracts to friends and family members without fair competition. 

El alcalde corrupto otorgó contratos gubernamentales a amigos y familiares sin competencia justa.

down to earth

(of a person) not showing pretentious behavior

sencillo y cercano, nada pretencioso

sencillo y cercano, nada pretencioso

Ex: I like him because he is honest, down to earth, and easy to talk to. 

Me cae bien porque es honesto, sencillo y fácil de tratar.

drive
drive
[Sustantivo]

a series of coordinated actions aimed at achieving a goal or advancing a principle

campaña, operación

campaña, operación

Ex: The marketing drive increased product awareness across the country. 
gravitas
gravitas
[Sustantivo]

a sense of seriousness, dignity, or importance that commands respect and attention from others

gravedad, solemnidad

gravedad, solemnidad

Ex: She carried herself with such gravitas that people naturally respected her authority. 

Ella se comportaba con tal gravitas que la gente respetaba naturalmente su autoridad.

to [have] {one's} hands full

to have a lot of work that needs to be dealt with

tener las manos llenas, estar muy ocupado

tener las manos llenas, estar muy ocupado

Ex: The team has its hands full preparing for the audit. 

El equipo tiene las manos llenas preparando la auditoría.

old hand
old hand
[Sustantivo]

(of a person) having extensive knowledge about or a lot of experience in a particular activity or job

veterano, curtido en el oficio

veterano, curtido en el oficio

Ex: Ask Mark to train the new staff; he's an old hand at onboarding. 

Pídele a Mark que forme al personal nuevo; es un veterano en la incorporación de gente.

to [land] on {one's} feet

to experience success or good fortune, particularly after a period of facing challenges or setbacks

salir bien parado, superar la crisis

salir bien parado, superar la crisis

Ex: The business landed on its feet after a difficult year. 

El negocio salió bien parado después de un año difícil.

to [be|get] (run|rushed) off {one's} feet

to have a lot of things that need to be done

estar hasta arriba, estar desbordado

estar hasta arriba, estar desbordado

Ex: We are always rushed off our feet during the holiday season. 

Durante la temporada navideña siempre estamos desbordados.

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