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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 48

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quay
quay
[Sustantivo]

a structure built along the edge of a body of water, such as a river or an ocean

muelle

muelle

Ex: The historic quay, lined with old warehouses converted into trendy shops and restaurants , had become a popular destination for locals and visitors alike .El **muelle** histórico, bordeado por antiguos almacenes convertidos en tiendas y restaurantes de moda, se había convertido en un destino popular tanto para los locales como para los visitantes.
curio
curio
[Sustantivo]

an unusual or interesting object, often small and decorative

curiosidad

curiosidad

Ex: The shelves in her study were lined with curios collected during her travels , each item holding a special memory or story behind it .Los estantes en su estudio estaban llenos de **curiosidades** recolectadas durante sus viajes, cada artículo con un recuerdo o historia especial detrás.
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: Efforts to address caste-based discrimination require legislative measures, educational reforms, and social awareness campaigns to promote equality and inclusivity.Los esfuerzos para abordar la discriminación basada en la **casta** requieren medidas legislativas, reformas educativas y campañas de concienciación social para promover la igualdad y la inclusividad.
diva
diva
[Sustantivo]

a renowned female opera singer

diva

diva

Ex: Despite her fame , the diva remained humble and dedicated to her craft .A pesar de su fama, la **diva** se mantuvo humilde y dedicada a su arte.
spendthrift
spendthrift
[Sustantivo]

an individual who is in the habit of spending money in a careless and wasteful way

despilfarrador

despilfarrador

Ex: He tried to change his spendthrift ways , but old habits were hard to break .Intentó cambiar sus formas de **derrochador**, pero los viejos hábitos eran difíciles de romper.
aegis
aegis
[Sustantivo]

the protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a particular person, organization, or group

protección

protección

Ex: The peace talks proceeded under the aegis of the international community , with diplomats from various countries facilitating negotiations .Las conversaciones de paz procedieron bajo el **amparo** de la comunidad internacional, con diplomáticos de varios países facilitando las negociaciones.
dross
dross
[Sustantivo]

something of low quality or little value, often considered rubbish or worthless material

escoria

escoria

Ex: Despite the director 's efforts to cut through the dross, the film was criticized for its shallow plot and uninspired performances .A pesar de los esfuerzos del director por eliminar la **escoria**, la película fue criticada por su trama superficial y sus actuaciones sin inspiración.
laundress
laundress
[Sustantivo]

a woman whose job is to wash and iron clothes and household linens

lavandera

lavandera

Ex: During wartime, many women took on the role of laundress, providing essential laundry services for soldiers and military personnel.Durante la guerra, muchas mujeres asumieron el papel de **lavandera**, proporcionando servicios esenciales de lavandería para soldados y personal militar.
chassis
chassis
[Sustantivo]

the body or physique of a person

cuerpo

cuerpo

Ex: He 's got a lean chassis from all that running and cycling .Tiene un **chasis** delgado por todo ese correr y andar en bicicleta.
trough
trough
[Sustantivo]

(geology) a long, narrow depression or hollow, often occurring naturally, such as in the landscape or ocean floor

depresión

depresión

Ex: The troughs and ridges of sand dunes shift continuously in the desert as a result of wind erosion and deposition .Los **valles** y las crestas de las dunas de arena se desplazan continuamente en el desierto como resultado de la erosión y deposición del viento.
boon
boon
[Sustantivo]

something that is beneficial or advantageous, like a blessing or favor that is granted

bendición

bendición

Ex: The arrival of rain after a long drought was seen as a boon for farmers , ensuring the growth of their crops and livestock .La llegada de la lluvia después de una larga sequía fue vista como una **bendición** para los agricultores, asegurando el crecimiento de sus cultivos y ganado.
mead
mead
[Sustantivo]

an alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey and water

hidromiel

hidromiel

Ex: At the Renaissance fair , visitors had the chance to sample traditional mead from different regions .En la feria del Renacimiento, los visitantes tuvieron la oportunidad de probar **hidromiel** tradicional de diferentes regiones.
piccolo
piccolo
[Sustantivo]

the smallest member of the flute family that plays higher notes than the ordinary flute

flautín, pícolo

flautín, pícolo

Ex: The piccolo's distinctive tone stood out beautifully during the festive holiday concert .El tono distintivo del **piccolo** destacó maravillosamente durante el concierto festivo de las vacaciones.
preamble
preamble
[Sustantivo]

an introductory or preliminary section of a book, statute, document, etc. giving information about its purpose

prólogo

prólogo

Ex: The legal brief began with a preamble that clarified the case 's background and significance .El escrito legal comenzó con un **preámbulo** que aclaraba los antecedentes y la importancia del caso.
axiom
axiom
[Sustantivo]

(logic) a statement or proposition that is accepted as true without requiring proof

axioma

axioma

Ex: The principle of bivalence , an axiom in classical logic , holds that every proposition is either true or false .El principio de bivalencia, un **axioma** en la lógica clásica, sostiene que toda proposición es verdadera o falsa.
tarantula
tarantula
[Sustantivo]

a large hairy spider originated in warm regions with venomous fangs that does not spin any webs or threads

tarántula

tarántula

Ex: The scientist carefully handled the tarantula, observing its behavior and characteristics .El científico manipuló con cuidado la **tarántula**, observando su comportamiento y características.
grouse
grouse
[Sustantivo]

a game bird with a fat body and feathered legs that cannot fly and has brownish red plumage

urogallo

urogallo

Ex: The chef prepared a delicious dish using the meat of a grouse, known for its rich flavor .El chef preparó un plato delicioso usando la carne de un **urogallo**, conocido por su rico sabor.
principle
principle
[Sustantivo]

a fundamental rule that is considered to be true and can serve as a basis for further reasoning or behavior

principio

principio

Ex: We have been applying the principle throughout the project .Hemos estado aplicando el **principio** a lo largo del proyecto.
nadir
nadir
[Sustantivo]

the moment in which a situation or life is at its lowest or worst

nadir

nadir

Ex: The team 's performance hit a nadir last season , with the fewest wins in years .El rendimiento del equipo alcanzó un **nadir** la temporada pasada, con la menor cantidad de victorias en años.
ruth
ruth
[Sustantivo]

compassion, kindness, or sympathy shown towards others, especially during times of suffering or distress

compasión

compasión

Ex: Teaching children the value of ruth helps foster empathy and understanding towards others .Enseñar a los niños el valor de la **compasión** ayuda a fomentar la empatía y la comprensión hacia los demás.
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