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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 37

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SAT Word Skills 6
premise
premise
[Sustantivo]

a theory or statement that acts as the foundation of an argument

premisa

premisa

Ex: The film's plot relies on the premise that time travel is possible and can alter past events. 
libretto
libretto
[Sustantivo]

the text of a musical play, an opera, or other extended vocal works

libreto

libreto

Ex: The opera's success was largely due to its compelling libretto, which told a dramatic and emotionally resonant story. 

El éxito de la ópera se debió en gran parte a su libreto convincente, que contaba una historia dramática y emocionalmente resonante.

precept
precept
[Sustantivo]

a guiding principle, intended to provide moral guidance or a basis for behavior

precepto

precepto

Ex: A common parental precept is "Look both ways before crossing the street," instilling the importance of safety in children. 

Un precepto parental común es "Mira a ambos lados antes de cruzar la calle", inculcando la importancia de la seguridad en los niños.

vertex
vertex
[Sustantivo]

a point where two or more lines, edges, or rays meet to form an angle, or the point at which the sides of a polygon intersect

vértice

vértice

Ex: The meeting point of the two arms of an angle is referred to as the vertex of the angle. 

El punto de encuentro de los dos brazos de un ángulo se denomina vértice del ángulo.

tableau
tableau
[Sustantivo]

a dramatic scene or picture, often presented on stage or in a performance

cuadro

cuadro

Ex: The play's final act concluded with a haunting tableau of the protagonist standing alone on stage, bathed in a spotlight. 

El acto final de la obra concluyó con un tableau inquietante del protagonista de pie solo en el escenario, bañado en un foco de luz.

millet
millet
[Sustantivo]

small seeds of a large crop that grows in warm regions, used to feed birds or make flour

mijo

mijo

Ex: You can impress your guests with an elegant millet-stuffed bell pepper dish. 

Puedes impresionar a tus invitados con un elegante plato de pimientos rellenos de mijo.

dolt
dolt
[Sustantivo]

a person regarded as stupid or foolish

imbécil

imbécil

Ex: The dolt couldn't figure out how to open the push door. 

El imbécil no pudo averiguar cómo abrir la puerta de empuje.

hiatus
hiatus
[Sustantivo]

(biology) a gap, opening, or passage in anatomical structures, often between different parts or organs

hiato

hiato

Ex: The hiatus semilunaris is a small opening in the lateral wall of the nasal cavity. 

El hiato semilunar es una pequeña abertura en la pared lateral de la cavidad nasal.

gamut
gamut
[Sustantivo]

the entirety or full spectrum of something

gama

gama

Ex: The conference addressed a gamut of topics, ranging from technological advancements to social issues. 

La conferencia abordó una gama de temas, que van desde los avances tecnológicos hasta los problemas sociales.

regent
regent
[Sustantivo]

a person appointed to govern a state, province, or colony as the representative of a monarch in the monarch's absence, minority, or incapacity

regente

regente

Ex: During the king's minority, the regent acted as the head of state, making decisions on behalf of the young monarch. 

Durante la minoría del rey, el regente actuó como jefe de estado, tomando decisiones en nombre del joven monarca.

wastrel
wastrel
[Sustantivo]

a person who is useful for nothing and spends resources wastefully

despilfarrador

despilfarrador

Ex: He was considered a wastrel by his family for squandering his inheritance. 

Era considerado un derrochador por su familia por malgastar su herencia.

colossus
colossus
[Sustantivo]

an individual or entity of immense size, influence, or importance, often symbolizing dominance or grandeur

coloso

coloso

Ex: In the world of sports, he was regarded as a colossus, breaking numerous records and dominating his competition for years. 

En el mundo del deporte, era considerado un coloso, rompiendo numerosos récords y dominando su competencia durante años.

hybrid
hybrid
[Sustantivo]

an animal or plant with parents that belong to different breeds or varieties

híbrido

híbrido

Ex: The gardener planted a hybrid in her vegetable patch, knowing it would yield more fruit and be less susceptible to disease than purebred varieties. 

El jardinero plantó un híbrido en su huerto, sabiendo que produciría más fruta y sería menos susceptible a enfermedades que las variedades puras.

mien
mien
[Sustantivo]

a person's appearance or manner, especially as an indication of their character or mood

maneras

maneras

Ex: The soldier's stern mien conveyed determination and resolve as he prepared for battle. 

El aspecto severo del soldado transmitía determinación y resolución mientras se preparaba para la batalla.

quagmire
quagmire
[Sustantivo]

a soft, muddy area of land that is difficult to traverse or escape

cenagal

cenagal

Ex: Vehicles skidded and became trapped in the quagmire of the unpaved road during the monsoon season. 

Los vehículos patinaron y quedaron atrapados en el cenagal del camino sin pavimentar durante la temporada del monzón.

livelihood
livelihood
[Sustantivo]

the resources or activities upon which an individual or household depends for their sustenance and survival

sustento

sustento

Ex: Small businesses such as shops and restaurants are vital for urban dwellers' livelihoods, offering employment opportunities and goods and services. 

Las pequeñas empresas como tiendas y restaurantes son vitales para el sustento de los habitantes urbanos, ofreciendo oportunidades de empleo y bienes y servicios.

cartridge
cartridge
[Sustantivo]

a module designed to be inserted into devices to dispense substances or perform specific functions

cartucho

cartucho

Ex: A fresh battery cartridge was inserted into the flashlight for better illumination. 

Se insertó una cápsula de batería nueva en la linterna para una mejor iluminación.

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