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Inglés y Conocimientos del Mundo para ACT - Tierra y Agua

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con la tierra y el agua, como "playa", "erosionar", "afluente", etc. que te ayudarán a sobresalir en tus ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
meadow
[Sustantivo]

a piece of land covered in grass and sometimes wild flowers, often used for hay

prado, pradera

prado, pradera

rainforest
[Sustantivo]

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

bosque lluvioso

bosque lluvioso

Ex: The rainforest is home to many indigenous communities .La **selva tropical** es hogar de muchas comunidades indígenas.
playa
[Sustantivo]

a flat-bottomed desert basin that periodically fills with water to form a temporary lake, but remains dry for most of the year

playa, cuenca desértica de fondo plano

playa, cuenca desértica de fondo plano

ridge
[Sustantivo]

an elevated area of land that forms a crest along a hill or mountain range

cresta, lomo

cresta, lomo

Ex: The trail followed the ridge, winding through dense forests and rocky outcrops .El sendero seguía la **cresta**, serpenteando a través de densos bosques y afloramientos rocosos.
pasture
[Sustantivo]

a field covered with grass or similar herbs suitable for animals to graze on

pasto

pasto

foothill
[Sustantivo]

a low hill at the base of a mountain or mountain range

estribación, pie de monte

estribación, pie de monte

Ex: They built their home in the foothills to enjoy the scenic views and fresh air .Construyeron su hogar en las **estribaciones** para disfrutar de las vistas panorámicas y el aire fresco.
terrain
[Sustantivo]

an area of land, particularly in reference to its physical or natural features

terreno

terreno

Ex: Farmers adapted their cultivation techniques to suit the varying terrain of their land , employing terracing on slopes and irrigation systems in low-lying areas to optimize agricultural productivity .Los agricultores adaptaron sus técnicas de cultivo para adaptarse al **terreno** variado de sus tierras, empleando terrazas en las pendientes y sistemas de riego en las zonas bajas para optimizar la productividad agrícola.
landmark
[Sustantivo]

a structure or a place that is historically important

monumento

monumento

Ex: In Washington , D.C. , the Lincoln Memorial serves as both a tribute to President Lincoln and a powerful landmark of American history .En Washington, D.C., el Lincoln Memorial sirve tanto como un homenaje al presidente Lincoln como un **hito** poderoso de la historia estadounidense.
crest
[Sustantivo]

the highest point or summit, especially of a mountain or hill, where the incline culminates

cresta, cima

cresta, cima

Ex: During the cycling race , the most difficult part for the riders was the steep ascent to the crest of the ridge .Durante la carrera ciclista, la parte más difícil para los corredores fue el ascenso empinado hasta la **cresta** de la montaña.
boulder
[Sustantivo]

a large rock, usually one that has been shaped by natural forces such as water or ice

roca, peñasco

roca, peñasco

Ex: The archaeologists discovered ancient petroglyphs carved into the surface of the boulder, offering insights into the beliefs of past civilizations .Los arqueólogos descubrieron petroglifos antiguos tallados en la superficie del **roca**, lo que ofrece información sobre las creencias de las civilizaciones pasadas.
landslide
[Sustantivo]

a sudden fall of a large mass of dirt or rock down a mountainside or cliff

derrumbe

derrumbe

Ex: The government issued a warning to residents about the risk of landslides during the storm .El gobierno emitió una advertencia a los residentes sobre el riesgo de **deslizamiento de tierra** durante la tormenta.
mound
[Sustantivo]

a small, natural hill or raised area of earth, typically formed by natural processes

montículo, loma

montículo, loma

Ex: The children rolled down the grassy mound in the park .Los niños rodaron por el **montículo** cubierto de hierba en el parque.
overland
[Adjetivo]

related to travel or transport over land, especially across long distances or difficult terrain

terrestre, por tierra

terrestre, por tierra

Ex: The company specializes in organizing overland expeditions for adventurous travelers.La empresa se especializa en organizar expediciones **terrestres** para viajeros aventureros.
to erode
[Verbo]

to undergo gradual wearing away or reduction in size, typically as a result of natural forces or environmental factors

erosionar, desgastar

erosionar, desgastar

Ex: In the absence of vegetation , hillsides erode more quickly during storms .En ausencia de vegetación, las laderas **se erosionan** más rápidamente durante las tormentas.
mudflat
[Sustantivo]

a coastal wetland area that is covered by mud or silt at low tide and exposed at high tide

marisma, llanura de marea

marisma, llanura de marea

berm
[Sustantivo]

a flat strip or ledge of land, located along the side of a road, typically used for drainage or as a barrier

berma, arcén

berma, arcén

Ex: The joggers ran on the berm to avoid the busy road .Los corredores corrieron por la **berma** para evitar la carretera concurrida.
bluff
[Sustantivo]

a high, steep cliff or bank overlooking a body of water, often formed by erosion or geological processes

acantilado, precipicio

acantilado, precipicio

Ex: The town was nestled at the base of a rugged bluff along the river .El pueblo estaba situado al pie de un **acantilado** escarpado junto al río.
gorge
[Sustantivo]

a deep narrow valley, typically with a stream running through it

desfiladero

desfiladero

tundra
[Sustantivo]

the expansive flat Arctic regions, of North America, Asia, and Europe, in which no trees grow and the soil is always frozen

tundra

tundra

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to tundra regions worldwide, affecting wildlife habitats and contributing to permafrost thawing.El cambio climático representa una amenaza para las regiones de **tundra** en todo el mundo, afectando los hábitats de la vida silvestre y contribuyendo al deshielo del permafrost.
tract
[Sustantivo]

a large area of land, often defined by boundaries, used for specific purposes such as development, agriculture, or conservation

extensión, parcela

extensión, parcela

Ex: The conservation organization acquired a large tract of wetlands to protect migratory bird habitats .La organización de conservación adquirió un gran **tracto** de humedales para proteger los hábitats de las aves migratorias.
rapid
[Sustantivo]

a fast and turbulent part of a river with swift currents and obstacles like rocks

rápido

rápido

Ex: The guide steered the raft through the rapids safely .El guía dirigió la balsa a través de los **rápidos** con seguridad.
creek
[Sustantivo]

a narrow, shallow watercourse, often flowing through a confined natural channel

arroyo, riachuelo

arroyo, riachuelo

Ex: Wildflowers lined the edges of the creek, adding a burst of color to the landscape .Las flores silvestres bordeaban los márgenes del **arroyo**, añadiendo un estallido de color al paisaje.
tributary
[Sustantivo]

a watercourse that flows into a larger river or body of water

afluente, tributario

afluente, tributario

Ex: Navigating through the heart of Europe , the Danube River gains strength as it absorbs tributaries like the Inn and Drava Rivers .Navegando por el corazón de Europa, el río Danubio gana fuerza al absorber **afluentes** como los ríos Inn y Drava.
puddle
[Sustantivo]

a small pool of water or other liquid, particularly rainwater

charco

charco

Ex: The puddle reflected the lights of the city at night , creating a shimmering effect on the pavement .El **charco** reflejaba las luces de la ciudad por la noche, creando un efecto brillante en el pavimento.
eddy
[Sustantivo]

a circular current of water or air that moves against the main flow, creating a small whirlpool or whirl

remolino, vórtice

remolino, vórtice

Ex: The swimmer steered clear of the eddy to avoid getting pulled in .El nadador se mantuvo alejado del **remolino** para evitar ser arrastrado.
current
[Sustantivo]

the flow or movement of water or a liquid in a specific direction

corriente

corriente

Ex: The warm ocean current influences the coastal climate, making winters milder.La **corriente** oceánica cálida influye en el clima costero, haciendo los inviernos más suaves.
brook
[Sustantivo]

a small, natural watercourse or stream; typically characterized by a gentle and continuous flow

riachuelo, arroyo

riachuelo, arroyo

Ex: The brook's clear water sparkled in the sunlight .El agua clara del **arroyo** brillaba bajo la luz del sol.
ripple
[Sustantivo]

a slight wave or series of waves on the water's surface caused by a breeze or a disturbance

una ondulación, un rizo

una ondulación, un rizo

Ex: She watched the ripples spread out from where the fish had jumped .Ella observó cómo las **ondulaciones** se extendían desde donde el pez había saltado.
trickle
[Sustantivo]

a small, slow flow of liquid

hilo, goteo

hilo, goteo

Ex: A trickle of blood emerged from the small cut on her finger .Un **hilo** de sangre emergió del pequeño corte en su dedo.
inlet
[Sustantivo]

a narrow body of water between islands or leading inland from a larger body of water, often serving as a passageway or channel

ensenada, entrada

ensenada, entrada

Ex: The tidal flow through the inlet created a unique ecosystem .El flujo de las mareas a través del **estrecho** creó un ecosistema único.
bank
[Sustantivo]

land along the sides of a river, canal, etc.

orilla

orilla

Ex: The flooded river caused the water to rise above its banks, spilling into the nearby fields .El río inundado hizo que el agua subiera por encima de sus **orillas**, derramándose en los campos cercanos.
swash
[Sustantivo]

the gentle, rhythmic movement and sound of water as it washes up onto the shore or against objects

el chapoteo, el murmullo de las olas

el chapoteo, el murmullo de las olas

Ex: After the storm , the swash of raindrops against the window was comforting .Después de la tormenta, el **chapoteo** de las gotas de lluvia contra la ventana era reconfortante.
runoff
[Sustantivo]

the excess liquid, typically water, that exceeds the capacity of an area to contain or absorb it

escorrentía, desbordamiento

escorrentía, desbordamiento

Ex: Urban planning now incorporates green spaces to absorb the runoff and reduce flooding risks .La planificación urbana ahora incorpora espacios verdes para absorber el **escurrimiento** y reducir los riesgos de inundación.
lagoon
[Sustantivo]

a shallow body of water separated from a larger body of water, often by a barrier island, coral reef, or sandbar

laguna, lagoa

laguna, lagoa

Ex: The Okavango Delta in Botswana consists of lagoons and water channels , attracting a rich variety of wildlife .El delta del Okavango en Botswana consiste en **lagunas** y canales de agua, atrayendo una rica variedad de vida silvestre.
swamp
[Sustantivo]

an area of land that is covered with water or is always very wet

pantano

pantano

Ex: Local folklore often tells tales of mysterious creatures lurking in the depths of the swamp, adding to its allure and mystery .El folclore local a menudo cuenta historias de criaturas misteriosas que acechan en las profundidades del **pantano**, lo que añade a su atractivo y misterio.
estuary
[Sustantivo]

the part of a river that is wide and where it meets the sea

estuario, ría

estuario, ría

Ex: Environmentalists work to protect estuaries from pollution and habitat destruction .Los ambientalistas trabajan para proteger los **estuarios** de la contaminación y la destrucción del hábitat.
gully
[Sustantivo]

a narrow channel or ravine formed by the erosion of soil, especially by running water during rainfall or storms

barranco, cauce

barranco, cauce

Ex: Wildlife tracks often follow the course of a gully, providing natural pathways through the landscape.Los rastros de vida silvestre a menudo siguen el curso de un **barranco**, proporcionando caminos naturales a través del paisaje.
slough
[Sustantivo]

a stagnant or slow-moving channel or inlet, often connected to a larger body of water, such as a marsh, swamp, or backwater

un brazo muerto, una ciénaga

un brazo muerto, una ciénaga

Ex: Over time , sediment buildup narrowed the slough, altering its ecosystem dynamics .
splatter
[Sustantivo]

the scattered droplets or particles of water or liquid that result from something being struck or dispersed forcefully

salpicadura, rociada

salpicadura, rociada

Ex: The chef stirred the soup vigorously , causing a splatter of broth on the stove .El chef removió la sopa vigorosamente, causando un **salpicadura** de caldo en la estufa.
fjord
[Sustantivo]

a steep, deep, and narrow sea inlet surrounded by tall cliffs, created by a glacier

fiordo, ensenada glaciar

fiordo, ensenada glaciar

Ex: The fjords created by the Harding Icefield in Alaska showcase unique features and diverse wildlife .Los **fiordos** creados por el campo de hielo Harding en Alaska muestran características únicas y una vida silvestre diversa.
tsunami
[Sustantivo]

a very high wave or series of waves caused by an undersea earthquake or volcanic eruption

tsunami

tsunami

Ex: After the earthquake , the government issued an evacuation order due to the risk of a tsunami.Después del terremoto, el gobierno emitió una orden de evacuación debido al riesgo de **tsunami**.
cascade
[Sustantivo]

a small steep waterfall, usually one of several others

cascada

cascada

Ex: The guidebook highlighted a famous cascade as a must-see attraction .La guía destacó una famosa **cascada** como una atracción imperdible.
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