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El libro Total English - Avanzado - Unidad 9 - Referencia

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abstract
[Adjetivo]

existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence

abstracto, conceptual

abstracto, conceptual

Ex: Love is an abstract concept that can not be touched .El amor es un concepto **abstracto** que no se puede tocar.
striking
[Adjetivo]

exceptionally eye-catching or beautiful

llamativo, sorprendente

llamativo, sorprendente

Ex: He had a striking look with his tall frame and distinctive tattoos , making him unforgettable .Tenía una apariencia **llamativa** con su alta estatura y tatuajes distintivos, lo que lo hacía inolvidable.
avant-garde
[Adjetivo]

innovative, experimental, or unconventional in style or approach, especially in the arts

vanguardista

vanguardista

Ex: In the realm of visual art , avant-garde painters explore new forms of expression , pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create groundbreaking works that defy categorization .En el ámbito del arte visual, los pintores **de vanguardia** exploran nuevas formas de expresión, ampliando los límites de las técnicas tradicionales para crear obras innovadoras que desafían la categorización.
tranquil
[Adjetivo]

feeling calm and peaceful, without any disturbances or things that might be upsetting

calmo

calmo

Ex: His tranquil demeanor helped calm those around him during the stressful situation.Su actitud **tranquila** ayudó a calmar a los que lo rodeaban durante la situación estresante.
colorful
[Adjetivo]

having a lot of different and often bright colors

colorido

colorido

Ex: The springtime brought a burst of colorful blossoms to the park .La primavera trajo una explosión de flores **coloridas** al parque.
plain
[Adjetivo]

simple in design, without a specific pattern

sencillo, liso, llano

sencillo, liso, llano

Ex: Her phone case was plain black, offering basic protection without any decorative elements.Su funda de teléfono era **sencilla** negra, ofreciendo protección básica sin ningún elemento decorativo.
traditional
[Adjetivo]

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

tradicional

tradicional

Ex: The company ’s traditional dress code requires formal attire , while other workplaces are adopting casual policies .El código de vestimenta **tradicional** de la empresa requiere ropa formal, mientras que otros lugares de trabajo están adoptando políticas casuales.
monochrome
[Adjetivo]

(of a picture or photograph) containing or portraying images in black and white or different shades of a single color only

monocromático

monocromático

Ex: The monochrome design of the website used only blue tones to maintain a cohesive look.El diseño **monocromo** del sitio web utilizó solo tonos azules para mantener un aspecto cohesivo.
disturbing
[Adjetivo]

causing a strong feeling of worry or discomfort

inquietante, preocupante

inquietante, preocupante

Ex: The book explores disturbing truths about human nature.El libro explora verdades **inquietantes** sobre la naturaleza humana.
figurative
[Adjetivo]

representing people, animals and objects and forms as they appear in the real world

figurativo

figurativo

Ex: Figurative art often tells a story through realistic imagery .El arte **figurativo** a menudo cuenta una historia a través de imágenes realistas.
dull
[Adjetivo]

(of colors) not very bright or vibrant

apagado

apagado

Ex: She wore a dull brown sweater that blended into the background .Llevaba un suéter marrón **apagado** que se mezclaba con el fondo.
stunning
[Adjetivo]

causing strong admiration or shock due to beauty or impact

impresionante, imponente

impresionante, imponente

Ex: The movie 's special effects were so stunning that they felt almost real .Los efectos especiales de la película eran tan **impresionantes** que parecían casi reales.
taste
[Sustantivo]

the ability to recognize something with good quality or high standard, especially in art, style, beauty, etc., based on personal preferences

gusto

gusto

Ex: Developing a sophisticated taste in fashion often involves exploring different styles and understanding personal preferences .Desarrollar un **gusto** sofisticado en la moda a menudo implica explorar diferentes estilos y comprender las preferencias personales.

to have a strong interest or attraction toward a particular person or thing

Ex: He’s into sports, especially basketball, and watches every game.

a type of activity, subject, etc. that one is very good at or enjoys very much

Ex: If horror movies areyour cup of tea, you might want to skip this one .
evocative
[Adjetivo]

bringing strong memories, emotions, or images to mind

evocador, sugerente

evocador, sugerente

Ex: The artist 's work was so evocative, it brought forth memories of lost love .El trabajo del artista fue tan **evocador**, que trajo recuerdos de amor perdido.
intriguing
[Adjetivo]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

fascinante

fascinante

Ex: His peculiar habits and eccentric personality made him an intriguing character to his neighbors .Sus hábitos peculiares y personalidad excéntrica lo convertían en un personaje **intrigante** para sus vecinos.
quirky
[Adjetivo]

having distinctive or peculiar habits, behaviors, or features that are unusual but often appealing

excéntrico, peculiar

excéntrico, peculiar

Ex: The movie 's quirky characters added a touch of humor to the plot .Los personajes **excéntricos** de la película añadieron un toque de humor a la trama.
cliched
[Adjetivo]

lacking originality or freshness

tópico

tópico

Ex: The comedian relied on clichéd jokes that didn't resonate with the modern audience.El comediante se basó en chistes **clichés** que no resonaron con el público moderno.
breathtaking
[Adjetivo]

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

impresionante, imponente

impresionante, imponente

Ex: Walking through the ancient ruins, I was struck by the breathtaking scale of the architecture and the rich history that surrounded me.Caminando por las antiguas ruinas, me impresionó la escala **impresionante** de la arquitectura y la rica historia que me rodeaba.
novel
[Adjetivo]

new and unlike anything else

novedoso, original

novedoso, original

Ex: He came up with a novel strategy to improve sales .Se le ocurrió una **estrategia novedosa** para mejorar las ventas.
stereotype
[Sustantivo]

a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing

estereotipo

estereotipo

Ex: The ad challenged the stereotype that certain jobs are only for men .
unconventional
[Adjetivo]

not following established customs or norms

poco convencional, heterodoxo

poco convencional, heterodoxo

Ex: His unconventional lifestyle choices often led to interesting conversations at social gatherings .Sus elecciones de vida **poco convencionales** a menudo llevaban a conversaciones interesantes en reuniones sociales.

to start something new and innovative that sets an example or leads to significant advancements in a particular field or industry

Ex: The film director 's innovative approach to broke ground and challenged traditional filmmaking techniques .
to pique
[Verbo]

to trigger a strong emotional reaction in someone, such as anger, resentment, or offense

ofender

ofender

Ex: Her critical comments piqued his annoyance .Sus comentarios críticos **despertaron** su molestia.
curiosity
[Sustantivo]

a strong wish to learn something or to know more about something

curiosidad

curiosidad

Ex: The child 's curiosity about how things worked often led to hours of experimentation and learning .La **curiosidad** del niño sobre cómo funcionaban las cosas a menudo llevaba a horas de experimentación y aprendizaje.

to suddenly become attentive or alert, often due to something surprising or remarkable

Ex: His exceptional performance in the competition caused everyone sit up and take notice.
classic
[Adjetivo]

simple, traditional, and appealing, with a timeless quality that stays in fashion regardless of trends

clásico

clásico

Ex: A classic grey suit is perfect for any formal occasion , regardless of changing trends .Un traje gris **clásico** es perfecto para cualquier ocasión formal, independientemente de las tendencias cambiantes.
classical
[Adjetivo]

following a long-established, highly regarded, and standard form, style, or set of ideas

clásico

clásico

Ex: The novel ’s themes echo classical ideas of heroism and sacrifice .Los temas de la novela hacen eco de las ideas **clásicas** de heroísmo y sacrificio.
opportunity
[Sustantivo]

a situation or a chance where doing or achieving something particular becomes possible or easier

oportunidad, ocasión

oportunidad, ocasión

Ex: Learning a new language opens up opportunities for travel and cultural exchange .Aprender un nuevo idioma abre **oportunidades** para viajar y el intercambio cultural.
possibility
[Sustantivo]

the quality of having the capacity to improve, succeed, or develop into something in the future

potencial, posibilidad

potencial, posibilidad

Ex: The startup ’s innovative approach holds the possibility of disrupting the entire industry .El enfoque innovador de la startup tiene la **posibilidad** de alterar toda la industria.
in the end
[Adverbio]

used to refer to the conclusion or outcome of a situation or event

finalmente, al final

finalmente, al final

Ex: He had doubts at first , but in the end, he trusted his instincts .Al principio tenía dudas, pero **al final**, confió en sus instintos.

to be accepted or integrated into a group of people who share a common cultural, social, or economic status

integrarse, encajar

integrarse, encajar

Ex: Sometimes it can be difficult to fit into a new group of friends , but she eventually found her place .A veces puede ser difícil **integrarse** en un nuevo grupo de amigos, pero finalmente encontró su lugar.
to suit
[Verbo]

to be a good or acceptable match for someone or something's preferences, needs, or circumstances

adecuarse, convenir

adecuarse, convenir

Ex: This job offer suits my career aspirations and offers room for growth .Esta oferta de trabajo **se ajusta** a mis aspiraciones profesionales y ofrece espacio para crecer.
vacation
[Sustantivo]

a span of time which we do not work or go to school, and spend traveling or resting instead, particularly in a different city, country, etc.

vacaciones

vacaciones

Ex: I need a vacation to relax and recharge my batteries .Necesito unas **vacaciones** para relajarme y recargar las pilas.
vacancy
[Sustantivo]

(in a hotel, etc.) an available room

habitación libre

habitación libre

Ex: The innkeeper offered a discount on the vacancy to attract more guests during the offseason .El posadero ofreció un descuento en la **habitación disponible** para atraer a más huéspedes durante la temporada baja.
propaganda
[Sustantivo]

information and statements that are mostly biased and false and are used to promote a political cause or leader

propaganda

propaganda

Ex: The rise of social media has made it easier to disseminate propaganda quickly and widely .El auge de las redes sociales ha facilitado la diseminación rápida y amplia de la **propaganda**.
advertising
[Sustantivo]

a paid announcement that draws public attention to a product or service

publicidad

publicidad

Ex: Traditional advertising methods like TV and radio are still very effective for large brands .Los métodos tradicionales de **publicidad** como la televisión y la radio siguen siendo muy efectivos para las grandes marcas.
sensible
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) displaying good judgment

sensato, razonable

sensato, razonable

Ex: Being sensible, she avoided risky investments .Siendo **sensata**, evitó inversiones arriesgadas.
sensitive
[Adjetivo]

capable of understanding other people's emotions and caring for them

sensible

sensible

Ex: The nurse ’s sensitive care helped put the patient at ease .El cuidado **sensible** de la enfermera ayudó a poner al paciente a gusto.

at the same time as what is being stated

Ex: I ’m not at the moment, but I ’ll call you later .
actually
[Adverbio]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

realmente

realmente

Ex: The old building , believed to be abandoned , is actually a thriving art studio .El viejo edificio, que se creía abandonado, es **en realidad** un estudio de arte próspero.
friendly
[Adjetivo]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

simpático

simpático

Ex: Her friendly smile made the difficult conversation feel less awkward .Su sonrisa **amistosa** hizo que la conversación difícil se sintiera menos incómoda.
sympathetic
[Adjetivo]

showing care and understanding toward other people, especially when they are not feeling good

comprensivo

comprensivo

Ex: The therapist provided a sympathetic environment for her clients to share their emotions .El terapeuta proporcionó un ambiente **compasivo** para que sus clientes compartieran sus emociones.
to assist
[Verbo]

to help a person in performing a task, achieving a goal, or dealing with a problem

ayudar

ayudar

Ex: The coach assisted the athlete in improving their performance .El entrenador **ayudó** al atleta a mejorar su rendimiento.
to attend
[Verbo]

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

asistir a

asistir a

Ex: As a professional , it is essential to attend industry conferences for networking opportunities .
reunion
[Sustantivo]

the act or process of coming together again after being separated

reunión

reunión

Ex: The high school reunion gave old classmates a chance to reconnect .La **reunión** de la escuela secundaria les dio a los viejos compañeros de clase la oportunidad de volver a conectarse.
meeting
[Sustantivo]

an event in which people meet, either in person or online, to talk about something

reunión, junta

reunión, junta

Ex: We have a meeting scheduled for 10 a.m. tomorrow .Tenemos una **reunión** programada para las 10 a.m. mañana.
to prove
[Verbo]

to show that something is true through the use of evidence or facts

probar

probar

Ex: The experiment regularly proves the hypothesis .El experimento **prueba** regularmente la hipótesis.
to test
[Verbo]

to take actions to check the quality, reliability, or performance of something

poner a prueba

poner a prueba

Ex: The chef will test different recipes to find the perfect combination of flavors .El chef **probará** diferentes recetas para encontrar la combinación perfecta de sabores.
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