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Vocabulario para IELTS General (Puntuación 8-9) - Sociedad y Eventos Sociales

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la Sociedad y los Eventos Sociales que son necesarias para el examen IELTS General Training.

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Vocabulary for General Training IELTS (8-9)
rat race
rat race
[Sustantivo]

a draining and stressful lifestyle that consists of constantly competing with others for success, wealth, power, etc. and so leaving no room for rest and pleasure

carrera agotadora, competencia sin descanso

carrera agotadora, competencia sin descanso

Ex: He left the rat race and moved to a small town by the sea. 
anomie
anomie
[Sustantivo]

a state of personal instability, isolation, or anxiety caused by a breakdown of social norms or regulation

anomia, desintegración social

anomia, desintegración social

Ex: After losing his job, he experienced a deep sense of anomie and purposelessness. 
caste
caste
[Sustantivo]

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

casta

casta

Ex: The caste system in India historically divided society into hierarchical groups based on birth, occupation, and social status. 
sorority
sorority
[Sustantivo]

a social club for female students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

sororidad

sororidad

Ex: Joining a sorority can provide students with opportunities for leadership, friendship, and community service. 
ally
ally
[Sustantivo]

someone who helps or supports someone else in certain activities or against someone else

aliado

aliado

Ex: She found a reliable ally in her coworker, who always supported her ideas during meetings. 
civics
civics
[Sustantivo]

the study of the rights and responsibilities of citizens in society

educación cívica, instrucción cívica

educación cívica, instrucción cívica

Ex: Civics education is essential for fostering informed and engaged citizens who can participate effectively in democratic society. 
denizen
denizen
[Sustantivo]

a resident in a particular place

habitante, residente

habitante, residente

Ex: As a longtime denizen of the small coastal town, he knew everyone by name and their life stories 
global village
global village
[Sustantivo]

‌the whole world considered as a small place because of being closely connected by modern communication systems

aldea global

aldea global

Ex: The internet has transformed the world into a global village, allowing people from different continents to communicate instantaneously. 
grass roots
grass roots
[Sustantivo]

the ordinary people with a common interest who form the foundation of a movement, organization, or political party

las bases, la gente de base

las bases, la gente de base

Ex: The movement started from the grass roots and grew nationwide. 
intersectionality
intersectionality
[Sustantivo]

a concept that recognizes how different forms of discrimination and oppression, such as race, gender, and class, interact with each other

interseccionalidad, enfoque interseccional

interseccionalidad, enfoque interseccional

Ex: Intersectionality acknowledges that individuals experience discrimination or privilege based on the intersection of multiple social identities, not just one. 
othering
othering
[Sustantivo]

the act of defining and labeling individuals or groups as different from oneself or the dominant social group

alterización, exclusión

alterización, exclusión

Ex: Othering often leads to the marginalization and dehumanization of individuals or groups who are perceived as different or inferior. 
polity
polity
[Sustantivo]

the specific form or system of government of a society or institution

forma de gobierno

forma de gobierno

Ex: The church adopted a new polity emphasizing local autonomy. 
senior citizen
senior citizen
[Sustantivo]

an old person, especially someone who is retired

persona mayor

persona mayor

Ex: As a senior citizen, he enjoys the discounts offered at local stores and restaurants. 
commoner
commoner
[Sustantivo]

a person that does not belong to the upper class of the society

plebeyo, hombre común

plebeyo, hombre común

Ex: In feudal societies, commoners made up the majority of the population and typically worked as farmers, artisans, or laborers. 
inferior
inferior
[Sustantivo]

a person with a lower position than someone else

subordinado, inferior

subordinado, inferior

Ex: In hierarchical societies, those considered inferiors often have limited opportunities for advancement and face discrimination based on their social status. 
vigil
vigil
[Sustantivo]

a spiritual observance involving staying awake, praying, or meditating, often held before a holy day or event

vigilia, vela

vigilia, vela

Ex: They participated in the Easter vigil at midnight. 
panel
panel
[Sustantivo]

a group of people with special skills or knowledge who have been brought together to discuss, give advice, or make a decision about an issue

panel

panel

Ex: The panel of experts discussed the challenges facing the education system. 
fundraiser
fundraiser
[Sustantivo]

a social event held with the intention of raising money for a charity or political party

recaudación de fondos

recaudación de fondos

Ex: The nonprofit organization organized a successful fundraiser to raise funds for humanitarian aid in disaster-affected areas. 
gala
gala
[Sustantivo]

a splendid public celebration

gala

gala

soiree
soiree
[Sustantivo]

an elegant gathering or party that is usually held in the evening

velada

velada

Ex: The ambassador hosted a lavish soiree at the embassy, inviting diplomats, dignitaries, and local elites. 
public spirit
public spirit
[Sustantivo]

a sense of community concern and willingness to contribute to the public good

espíritu cívico, sentido del bien público

espíritu cívico, sentido del bien público

Ex: Civic-minded individuals who volunteer their time and resources demonstrate a strong public spirit, contributing to the betterment of their communities. 
social capital
social capital
[Sustantivo]

the collective value of social networks and the inclinations that arise from these networks to do things for each other

capital social, capital relacional

capital social, capital relacional

Ex: Communities with high levels of social capital tend to have stronger bonds among residents, leading to greater resilience and support during times of adversity. 
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