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vibrant
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everything but the kitchen sink
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a whale of time
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home from home
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in the middle of nowhere
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just what the doctor ordered
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break
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physically
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to meet
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people
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to recharge one's batteries
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to take it easy
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to pamper
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spa
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to try
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local
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to soak up
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sun
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to see
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sight
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to broaden one's horizons
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to have
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new
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experience
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to enjoy
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nightlife
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to describe
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breathtaking
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dingy
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dull
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hospitable
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mind-blowing
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overcrowded
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remote
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inaccessible
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rundown
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unique
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unspoiled
vibrant
Adjetivo
v
v
i
b
b
r
r
a
ə
n
n
t
t
(dinámico)

(dinámico)

vibrante

full of energy, enthusiasm, and life

example
Ejemplo
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The city was vibrant with activity during the festival.
Her vibrant personality lights up any room she enters.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
everything but the kitchen sink
everything but the kitchen sink
Frase
uk flag
/ˈɛvɹɪθˌɪŋ bˌʌt ðə kˈɪtʃən sˈɪŋk/
N/A

N/A

Humorous
Idiom
Informal

a collection of many different things or items, often excessive or unnecessary, that includes almost everything that could be taken or brought along

What is the origin of the idiom "everything but the kitchen sink" and when to use it?

The idiom "everything but the kitchen sink" likely originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It humorously suggests that everything conceivable has been included, except for the literal kitchen sink, which is too large or impractical to include in a particular situation. This idiomatic phrase is used to describe a situation where a large or excessive number of items or elements are included, often to the point of excess.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
a whale of time
Frase
uk flag
/ɐ wˈeɪl ʌv tˈaɪm/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

an extremely enjoyable or thrilling time

What is the origin of the idiom "a whale of a time" and when to use it?

The idiom "a whale of a time" is thought to have originated from the lively and playful behavior of whales in the ocean, which is often observed as they breach, leap, and play in the water. The expression suggests having a fantastic, enjoyable, and exciting experience. It is used to convey the idea of having a great time or making the most of a moment.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
home from home
Frase
uk flag
/hˈoʊm fɹʌm hˈoʊm/
N/A

N/A

Idiom

a place where one feels as comfortable and at ease as they do in their own home

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
in the middle of nowhere
Frase
uk flag
/ɪnðə mˈɪdəl ʌv nˈoʊwɛɹ/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

in a place that is far away from cities, towns, or anywhere that is occupied by people

What is the origin of the idiom "in the middle of nowhere" and when to use it?

The idiom "in the middle of nowhere" originated from the literal concept of being situated in a remote or isolated location, far away from populated areas or urban centers. It is used to emphasize the idea of being in a place that lacks human habitation or significant infrastructure. In other words, the phrase conveys a sense of being in a desolate or secluded area, often characterized by vast open spaces, wilderness, or a lack of nearby civilization.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
just what the doctor ordered
Frase
uk flag
/dʒˈʌst wˌʌt ðə dˈɑːktɚɹ ˈɔːɹdɚd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

something that is exactly what is needed or required in a certain situation

What is the origin of the idiom "just what the doctor ordered" and when to use it?

The idiom "just what the doctor ordered" originated from the belief that a medical professional knows best when it comes to prescribing the appropriate treatment or remedy for an ailment. It is mostly used metaphorically to suggest that something is precisely what is needed or beneficial in a specific situation.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
break
break
Sustantivo
b
b
r
r
ea
k
k
(vacaciones)

(vacaciones)

descanso

a rest from the work or activity we usually do

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
physically
physically
Adverbio
ph
f
y
ɪ
s
z
i
ɪ
c
k
a
ll
l
y
i
físicamente

físicamente

in relation to the body as opposed to the mind

Información Gramatical:

Incomparable
Adverbio de Modo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to meet
to meet
Verbo
m
m
ee
i
t
t
(reunirse)

(reunirse)

encontrarse

to come together as previously scheduled for social interaction or a prearranged purpose

Información Gramatical:

Intransitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
people
people
Sustantivo
p
p
eo
i:
p
p
ə
l
l
e
gente

gente

a group of humans

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to recharge one's batteries
Frase
uk flag
/ɹɪtʃˈɑːɹdʒ wˈʌnz bˈæɾɚɹiz/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to relax and take a rest in order to recover one's lost energy

What is the origin of the idiom "recharge one's batteries" and when to use it?

The idiom "recharge one's batteries" draws its origin from the analogy of electrical devices, which require recharging to regain their power and functionality. Similarly, when someone uses this expression, it means they need to take a break or engage in activities that renew their energy, enthusiasm, or overall well-being. The idiom has become a common way to describe the act of resting or participating in activities that provide mental or physical rejuvenation.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to [take] it easy
to take it easy
Frase
uk flag
/tˈeɪk ɪt ˈiːzi/
N/A

N/A

Collocation

to try to be calm and relaxed and possibly rest

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to pamper
Verbo
p
p
a
æ
m
m
p
p
e
ɜ
r
r
(consentir)

(consentir)

mimar

to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
spa
spa
Sustantivo
s
s
p
p
a
ɑ
(hidromasaje)

(hidromasaje)

jacuzzi

a large tub containing hot water and a device that moves the water, which people use to refresh their body

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to try
to try
Verbo
t
t
r
r
y
poner a prueba

poner a prueba

to test something by doing or using it to find out if it is suitable, useful, good, etc.

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
local
local
Adjetivo
l
l
o
c
k
a
ə
l
l
local

local

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to soak up
to soak up
Verbo
uk flag
/sˈoʊk ˈʌp/
(absorber)

(absorber)

empaparse de

to fully immerse oneself in an experience

Información Gramatical:

Estado Frasal
separable
verbo de la frase
soak
partícula de la frase
up

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
sun
sun
Sustantivo
s
s
u
ʌ
n
n
sol

sol

the large, bright star in the sky that shines during the day and gives us light and heat

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to see
to see
Verbo
s
s
ee
i:
ver

ver

to notice a thing or person with our eyes

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
sight
Sustantivo
s
s
i
gh
t
t
(la visión)

(la visión)

la vista

an instance or act of seeing something through visual perception

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to broaden one's horizons
Frase
uk flag
/bɹˈɔːdən ɛkspˈænd wˈaɪdən wˈʌnz hɚɹˈaɪzən mˈaɪnd/
N/A

N/A

Idiom
Informal

to expand one's knowledge, experiences, or perspectives, often by exploring new places, ideas, or cultures, with the aim of gaining a broader understanding of the world

What is the origin of the idiom "broaden one's horizons" and when to use it?

The idiom "broaden one's horizons" originated from the idea of expanding one's field of vision or intellectual capacity. It suggests the act of gaining new knowledge, experiences, or perspectives that go beyond one's current understanding. The idiom is used to emphasize the value of embracing diversity, seeking out new ideas, and being open to different cultures, opinions, and concepts.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to have
to have
Verbo
h
h
a
æ
v
v
e
tener

tener

to hold or own something

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
new
new
Adjetivo
n
n
e
w
nuevo

nuevo

recently invented, made, etc.

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
experience
Sustantivo
e
ɪ
x
ks
p
p
e
ɪ
r
r
ie
n
n
c
s
e
experiencia

experiencia

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to enjoy
to enjoy
Verbo
e
ɛ
n
n
j
ʤ
o
ɔ
y
ɪ
(gozar)

(gozar)

disfrutar

to take pleasure or find happiness in something or someone

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
nightlife
nightlife
Sustantivo
n
n
i
gh
t
t
l
l
i
f
f
e
(ocio nocturno)

(ocio nocturno)

vida nocturna

the social activities and entertainment options that take place after dark, typically involving bars, clubs, live music, and other forms of entertainment

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
to describe
to describe
Verbo
d
d
e
ɪ
s
s
c
k
r
r
i
b
b
e
describir

describir

to give details about someone or something to say what they are like

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
breathtaking
breathtaking
Adjetivo
b
b
r
r
ea
e
th
θ
t
t
a
k
k
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
(imponente)

(imponente)

impresionante

incredibly impressive or beautiful, often leaving one feeling amazed

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
dingy
Adjetivo
d
d
i
ɪ
n
n
g
ʤ
y
i
(sucio)

(sucio)

desaliñado

looking dark, dirty, or shabby, often because of not being taken care of or cleaned properly

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
dull
dull
Adjetivo
d
d
u
ə
ll
l
(deslucido)

(deslucido)

opaco

not reflecting or emitting much light

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
hospitable
hospitable
Adjetivo
h
h
o
ɑ
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
t
t
a
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e
hospitalario

hospitalario

treating guests or visitors with friendliness, warmth, and generosity

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
mind-blowing
Adjetivo
uk flag
/mˈaɪndblˈoʊɪŋ/
(impactante)

(impactante)

asombroso

causing great astonishment

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
overcrowded
Adjetivo
uk flag
/ˈoʊvɝˌkɹaʊdɪd/
(congestionado)

(congestionado)

saturado

(of a space or area) filled with too many people or things, causing discomfort or lack of space

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
remote
remote
Adjetivo
r
r
e
i
m
m
o
t
t
e
(lejano)

(lejano)

remoto

far away in space or distant in position

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
inaccessible
inaccessible
Adjetivo
i
ɪ
n
n
a
ə
c
k
c
s
e
ɛ
ss
s
i
ə
b
b
b
l
l
e
inaccesible

inaccesible

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
rundown
Adjetivo
r
r
u
ə
n
n
d
d
o
a
w
ʊ
n
n
ruinoso

ruinoso

(of a place or building) in a very poor condition, often due to negligence

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
unique
unique
Adjetivo
u
ju
n
n
i
i
q
k
u
e
único

único

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb
unspoiled
Adjetivo
u
ə
n
n
s
s
p
p
oi
ɔɪ
l
l
e
d
d
(virgen)

(virgen)

inmaculado

remaining fresh, pure, and unharmed, without any signs of decay or damage

Familia de Palabras

vibr

Verb

vibrant

Adjective

vibrantly

Adverb

vibrantly

Adverb

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