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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 10

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heritage
heritage
[Sustantivo]

an individual's religious or ethnic background that is passed down to them from their ancestors

herencia

herencia

Ex: She takes great pride in her cultural heritage and often participates in traditional ceremonies and festivals. 
collage
collage
[Sustantivo]

a collection or combination of diverse elements or ideas

colección

colección

Ex: The artist's new novel was a collage of memories, blending personal experiences with fictional narratives. 
acreage
acreage
[Sustantivo]

the total expanse of land, typically measured in square units

extensión

extensión

Ex: The farmhouse sits on a sprawling acreage surrounded by lush green fields and towering trees. 
drainage
drainage
[Sustantivo]

the process of removing excess water or other liquids from an area or system, typically through a network of pipes, channels, or natural slopes

drenaje

drenaje

Ex: Proper drainage is essential for maintaining the health of the garden and preventing waterlogging. 
espionage
espionage
[Sustantivo]

the covert gathering of information for political, military, or economic purposes, often conducted by intelligence agencies

espionaje

espionaje

Ex: The spy engaged in espionage activities to uncover sensitive military plans of the opposing nation. 
adage
adage
[Sustantivo]

a short, memorable saying that expresses a common observation or truth about life

adagio

adagio

Ex: "A penny saved is a penny earned" is a timeless adage that emphasizes the value of frugality and saving money. 
mileage
mileage
[Sustantivo]

the number of miles per gallon of fuel efficiency achieved by a vehicle

millaje

millaje

Ex: The car's high mileage meant it could travel long distances without needing frequent refueling. 
cartilage
cartilage
[Sustantivo]

an elastic tissue that supports or connects joints in an infant and turns into skeleton during growth

cartílago

cartílago

Ex: Cartilage lacks blood vessels, which affects its ability to heal. 
mirage
mirage
[Sustantivo]

something that appears desirable or promising but is ultimately unattainable or elusive

espejismo

espejismo

Ex: For many struggling artists, fame and fortune can seem like a mirage, always shimmering on the horizon but never within reach. 
sage
sage
[Sustantivo]

a wise and insightful figure who offers guidance, advice, or philosophical reflection, often in stories or real life

sabio

sabio

Ex: The old sage warned the hero of the trials ahead. 
brokerage
brokerage
[Sustantivo]

an intermediary entity or individual that facilitates transactions or negotiations between parties

corretaje

corretaje

Ex: The real estate brokerage played a crucial role in connecting buyers and sellers, facilitating property transactions in the local market. 
vantage
vantage
[Sustantivo]

a position that grants superiority or advantage over others

posición ventajosa

posición ventajosa

Ex: The defending team's vantage allowed them to control the flow of the game, putting pressure on their opponents. 
persiflage
persiflage
[Sustantivo]

a light-hearted and playful exchange of banter or conversation

burlas

burlas

Ex: At the dinner party, the guests engaged in delightful persiflage, sharing witty remarks and humorous anecdotes. 
demurrage
demurrage
[Sustantivo]

a charge levied on the detention of a vessel, container, or cargo beyond the allotted time for loading or unloading at a port

sobrestadía

sobrestadía

Ex: The shipping company incurred demurrage fees due to delays in unloading the cargo from the vessel. 
plumage
plumage
[Sustantivo]

the feathers of a bird covering its body

plumaje

plumaje

Ex: Male peacocks are known for their vibrant plumage displayed during courtship. 
to [take] umbrage

to get angry or feel upset, particularly because of being insulted

resentimiento

resentimiento

Ex: He takes umbrage against anyone who criticises him. 
to [give] umbrage

to make someone angry or upset, usually by offending them

Ex: Her sarcastic comment about his cooking skills gave him umbrage, leading to a heated argument. 
savage
savage
[Sustantivo]

a person who behaves in a brutal or aggressive manner

salvaje

salvaje

Ex: Despite his civilized upbringing, the character's inner savage emerged when he faced adversity, revealing a primal instinct for survival. 
shrinkage
shrinkage
[Sustantivo]

the process of something getting smaller or decrease in size

encogimiento

encogimiento

Ex: The shrinkage of the sweater after washing made it unwearable. 
montage
montage
[Sustantivo]

a composition that combines multiple images, graphics, or elements to visually represent a theme, idea, or story

montaje

montaje

Ex: The movie poster featured a dynamic montage of scenes from the film, capturing the excitement and essence of the story. 
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