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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic - Prueba 1 - Lectura - Pasaje 1 (2)

Aprende vocabulario de la segunda parte del Cambridge IELTS 19 Academic, Test 1 Reading Passage 1, con palabras y expresiones útiles del texto.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to maximize

to increase something to the highest possible level

maximizar

maximizar

Ex: The changes implemented have maximized the software's performance. 

Los cambios implementados han maximizado el rendimiento del software.

competitive
competitive
[Adjetivo]

referring to a situation in which teams, players, etc. are trying to defeat their rivals

competitivo

competitivo

Ex: The job market has become more competitive due to the economic downturn. 

El mercado laboral se ha vuelto más competitivo debido a la crisis económica.

advantage
advantage
[Sustantivo]

a condition that causes a person or thing to be more successful compared to others

ventaja

ventaja

Ex: Studying abroad can provide students with a cultural advantage and language skills. 
mainly
mainly
[Adverbio]

most often or in most cases

en su mayoría

en su mayoría

Ex: His hobbies mainly revolve around painting and playing the piano. 

Sus pasatiempos giran principalmente en torno a la pintura y tocar el piano.

to date back

to have origins or existence that extends to a specific earlier time

remontarse a, datarse en

remontarse a, datarse en

Ex: The traditions of the festival date back to a time when the community was founded. 

Las tradiciones del festival se remontan a una época en la que se fundó la comunidad.

amateur
amateur
[Adjetivo]

done or pursued for pleasure rather than as a profession or for payment

amateur

amateur

Ex: The exhibition includes work by amateur photographers. 
so-called
so-called
[Adjetivo]

referring to a name commonly used for something

llamado, supuesto

llamado, supuesto

Ex: The so-called smart drugs are still being studied for safety. 

Los llamados medicamentos inteligentes todavía están siendo estudiados por su seguridad.

spaghetti-strung

(of a tennis racket) having strings arranged in a loose, irregular pattern, often creating an exaggerated and springy effect

encordado spaghetti, con cuerdas en espagueti

encordado spaghetti, con cuerdas en espagueti

Ex: The spaghetti-strung setup is not allowed in official tournaments due to its unpredictable nature. 

La configuración en espagueti no está permitida en los torneos oficiales debido a su naturaleza impredecible.

stringbed
stringbed
[Sustantivo]

the arrangement of strings in a racket that forms the surface which makes contact with the ball or shuttlecock

superficie de encordado, encordado

superficie de encordado, encordado

Ex: The player replaced the stringbed after noticing a decrease in performance. 

El jugador reemplazó el encordado después de notar una disminución en el rendimiento.

to generate

to cause or give rise to something

generar

generar

Ex: Last year, the new initiative generated a substantial increase in revenue. 
topspin
topspin
[Sustantivo]

a stroke in racket sports such as tennis or table tennis where the player hits the ball with forward spin

topspin, efecto liftado

topspin, efecto liftado

Ex: A well-executed topspin can be difficult to counter. 

Un topspin bien ejecutado puede ser difícil de contrarrestar.

to ban
to ban
[Verbo]

to officially forbid a particular action, item, or practice

prohibir

prohibir

Ex: The company decided to ban smoking in all of its office buildings to promote a healthier work environment. 
federation
federation
[Sustantivo]

the act or process of joining separate organizations, regions, or other bodies to form a larger federation

federación

federación

Ex: The federation of the clubs took place after months of negotiation. 
{sth} or two
something or two
[Determinante]

used to indicate a small number or amount of something

uno o dos, algunos

uno o dos, algunos

Ex: They planted a tree or two in the backyard. 

Plantaron un árbol o dos en el patio trasero.

regularity
regularity
[Sustantivo]

the quality of being consistent, steady, or predictable in occurrence or pattern

regularidad, constancia

regularidad, constancia

aspect
aspect
[Sustantivo]

a defining or distinctive feature of something

aspecto, característica

aspecto, característica

Ex: He explained every aspect of the plan in detail. 
significance
significance
[Sustantivo]

the state of being important or worthy of attention

importancia, significado

importancia, significado

Ex: The significance of teamwork in achieving success cannot be ignored. 
nutrition
nutrition
[Sustantivo]

food that is essential to one's growth and health

nutrición

nutrición

Ex: The school implemented a nutrition education program to teach students about the importance of making healthy food choices and maintaining balanced diets. 

La escuela implementó un programa de educación en nutrición para enseñar a los estudiantes la importancia de hacer elecciones alimenticias saludables y mantener dietas equilibradas.

category
category
[Sustantivo]

a group of items that share a common feature

categoría

categoría

Ex: The store's website organizes products into categories for easier browsing. 
former
former
[Adjetivo]

referring to the first of two things mentioned

primero

primero

Ex: In the comparison between two travel destinations, she opted for the former destination because it offered more cultural experiences. 
far
far
[Adverbio]

to a large degree

mucho, muy

mucho, muy

Ex: He was far from pleased with the results. 
latter
latter
[Adjetivo]

referring to the second of two things mentioned

último, segundo

último, segundo

Ex: The company offered two payment plans, and I opted for the latter option because it offered better terms. 
tension
tension
[Sustantivo]

(physics) the state of being under pressure as a result of getting stretched

tensión, presión

tensión, presión

Ex: The tension in the cable supporting the elevator must exceed the maximum load. 
to install
to install
[Verbo]

to set a piece of equipment in place and make it ready for use

instalar

instalar

Ex: Homeowners often hire professionals to install air conditioning units for proper cooling. 
continually
continually
[Adverbio]

in a way that happens repeatedly, often annoyingly

continuamente

continuamente

various
various
[Adjetivo]

several and of different types or kinds

varios

varios

Ex: The museum exhibits various artifacts from ancient civilizations. 

El museo exhibe varios artefactos de civilizaciones antiguas.

including
including
[Preposición]

used to point out that something or someone is part of a set or group

incluyendo, incluido

incluyendo, incluido

Ex: She invited many guests, including her family, friends, and colleagues. 

Ella invitó a muchos invitados, incluyendo a su familia, amigos y colegas.

court
court
[Sustantivo]

an area where people can play basketball, tennis, etc.

pista, cancha

pista, cancha

Ex: They spent the afternoon playing volleyball on the sandy court. 
gut
gut
[Sustantivo]

a type of string or cord made from the natural fibers found in the intestines of animals, often used in sports equipment like tennis rackets or musical instruments

tripa, cuerda de tripa

tripa, cuerda de tripa

Ex: Gut strings are known for their tension and responsiveness in classical music. 
intestine
intestine
[Sustantivo]

a long, continuous tube in the body through which the food coming from the stomach moves and is passed

intestino

intestino

Ex: The surgery involved removing a blockage from the small intestine. 

La cirugía consistió en eliminar una obstrucción del intestino delgado.

durable
durable
[Adjetivo]

able to resist wear, damage, or decay

resistente, duradero

resistente, duradero

Ex: This phone case is durable against drops and scratches. 

Esta funda de teléfono es duradera contra caídas y arañazos.

nylon
nylon
[Sustantivo]

a tough synthetic fiber that is light and elastic, used in textile industry

nylon, nailon, nilón

nylon, nailon, nilón

Ex: The backpack's nylon straps didn't tear even under heavy weight. 

Las correas de nylon de la mochila no se rasgaron ni siquiera bajo un peso pesado.

stiff
stiff
[Adjetivo]

firm and difficult to bend or change shape

duro

duro

Ex: The cardboard is too stiff to fold neatly. 
Kevlar
Kevlar
[Sustantivo]

a strong, lightweight material made from synthetic fibers, often used in protective gear such as bulletproof vests, helmets, and tires because of its high resistance to impact

Kevlar, un material fuerte y ligero hecho de fibras sintéticas

Kevlar, un material fuerte y ligero hecho de fibras sintéticas

Ex: The firefighter's suit included Kevlar to provide heat resistance. 

El traje del bombero incluía Kevlar para proporcionar resistencia al calor.

copolyester
copolyester
[Sustantivo]

a type of plastic made by combining two or more different chemical compounds to enhance strength, flexibility, and durability

copoliester, un tipo de plástico hecho combinando dos o más compuestos químicos diferentes para mejorar la resistencia

copoliester, un tipo de plástico hecho combinando dos o más compuestos químicos diferentes para mejorar la resistencia

Ex: Copolyester is often chosen for its resistance to heat and chemicals in industrial applications. 

El copoliester se elige a menudo por su resistencia al calor y a los productos químicos en aplicaciones industriales.

polyester
polyester
[Sustantivo]

a synthetic fiber that is quick to dry and is widely used in textile industry

poliéster

poliéster

to combine
to combine
[Verbo]

(of different elements) to come together in order to shape a single unit or a group

combinar

combinar

Ex: Different colors of paint combine on the palette to create a new shade for the artist's canvas. 
additive
additive
[Sustantivo]

a substance that is added in small quantities to something else to improve or preserve its quality, appearance, or effectiveness

aditivo, agente de adición

aditivo, agente de adición

Ex: The company researched various additives to improve the performance of their paint. 

La empresa investigó varios aditivos para mejorar el rendimiento de su pintura.

hybrid
hybrid
[Adjetivo]

combining two or more different elements, often from different sources or types

híbrido, mixto

híbrido, mixto

Ex: The company developed a hybrid work model that allows employees to work from home or the office. 

La empresa desarrolló un modelo de trabajo híbrido que permite a los empleados trabajar desde casa o en la oficina.

setup
setup
[Sustantivo]

the arrangement or organization of equipment, tools, or elements in a specific way, typically designed to achieve a particular function or performance

configuración, disposición

configuración, disposición

Ex: His racket setup is carefully chosen for maximum comfort and performance. 

Su configuración de raqueta está cuidadosamente seleccionada para la máxima comodidad y rendimiento.

by far
by far
[Adverbio]

to a significant or notable degree beyond all others

con mucho, de lejos

con mucho, de lejos

Ex: The new model is by far better than the previous one. 

El nuevo modelo es con mucho mejor que el anterior.

fit
fit
[Sustantivo]

something that is well-suited or ideal for a particular purpose, style, or situation

ajuste, adecuación

ajuste, adecuación

Ex: The player's playing style is a perfect fit for the current team strategy. 
to tend
to tend
[Verbo]

to be likely to develop or occur in a certain way because that is the usual pattern

tender a

tender a

Ex: Historical patterns suggest that economic downturns tend to lead to increased unemployment. 
to battle out

to compete, argue, or fight until a decision, winner, or resolution is reached

competir hasta el final, luchar hasta el final

competir hasta el final, luchar hasta el final

Ex: The players will battle it out in the final round of the tournament. 

Los jugadores lucharán en la ronda final del torneo.

net
net
[Sustantivo]

the barrier in the middle of a court over which players hit the ball, used in sports such as tennis

red

red

Ex: The net divides the tennis court into two halves and determines where the ball can land during a rally. 
to indicate

to show, point out, or suggest the existence, presence, or nature of something

indicar

indicar

Ex: The arrow on the map indicates the next turn. 
spin
spin
[Sustantivo]

rotation deliberately given to a ball so that its movement or bounce changes

efecto,  giro

efecto, giro

Ex: Emma struggled to return shots with so much spin. 
in (a|one) sense
in a sense
[Adverbio]

from a certain perspective or interpretation, though not in every way

en cierto sentido, de alguna manera

en cierto sentido, de alguna manera

Ex: In a sense, the book is more about friendship than adventure. 

En cierto sentido, el libro trata más sobre la amistad que sobre la aventura.

to revolutionize

to change something in a significant or fundamental way

revolucionar

revolucionar

Ex: The development of renewable energy sources has the capacity to revolutionize the energy sector. 

El desarrollo de fuentes de energía renovable tiene la capacidad de revolucionar el sector energético.

beyond
beyond
[Preposición]

outside the limits of something in distance, reach, or capacity

más allá de, allá de

más allá de, allá de

Ex: The keys had fallen beyond her grasp under the sofa. 

Las llaves habían caído más allá de su alcance bajo el sofá.

adjustment
adjustment
[Sustantivo]

the act of changing something so that it is more suitable for particular circumstances or needs

ajuste,  adaptación

ajuste, adaptación

Ex: The machine needs adjustment for use in colder conditions. 
serving
serving
[Sustantivo]

the act of putting the ball into play by hitting or throwing it to start a point in sports like tennis, volleyball, or table tennis

saque, servicio

saque, servicio

Ex: His powerful serving gave him an early lead in the game. 

Su potente saque le dio una ventaja temprana en el juego.

to attribute

to relate or assign a feature or quality to something or someone

atribuir, adjudicar

atribuir, adjudicar

Ex: Kindness is a trait that many people attribute to their favorite teachers. 
lead
lead
[Sustantivo]

a heavy soft metal, used in making bullets, in plumbing and roofing, especially in the past

plomo

plomo

Ex: In ancient times, lead was often used to make coins and statues due to its ease of shaping and durability. 
handle
handle
[Sustantivo]

a part of an object designed to be held for use, control, or movement

asa, mango

asa, mango

Ex: The drawer's handle was loose and needed tightening. 
preference
preference
[Sustantivo]

a tendency or predisposition to favor something over other options

preferencia

preferencia

Ex: Students expressed a preference for online classes. 
to mold
to mold
[Verbo]

to make something fit closely around the shape or contours of another thing

moldear,  ajustar

moldear, ajustar

Ex: The craftsman carefully molded the leather to the shape of the handle. 
grip
grip
[Sustantivo]

the part of a tool, handle, or equipment, such as a racket, that is held with the hand, often covered with a special tape or material to make holding easier and more secure

el agarre, el grip

el agarre, el grip

Ex: She wrapped a new grip around the handle for better comfort. 
to push
to push
[Verbo]

to cause something to reach a particular level, amount, or condition

empujar, hacer subir

empujar, hacer subir

Ex: Strong demand has pushed production to its limit. 
to anticipate

to expect or foresee that something is likely to happen

Ex: The company anticipates that sales will increase next year. 
further
further
[Adverbio]

at or to a more advanced point or stage

más allá, más adelante

más allá, más adelante

Ex: The team decided to investigate further to find a more comprehensive solution. 

El equipo decidió investigar más a fondo para encontrar una solución más completa.

to contradict

(of pieces of evidence, facts, statements, etc.) to be opposite or very different in a way that it is impossible for all to be true at the same time

contradecir

contradecir

Ex: Her actions contradict her professed beliefs about environmental conservation. 

Sus acciones contradicen sus creencias profesadas sobre la conservación del medio ambiente.

tour
tour
[Sustantivo]

a series of matches played by a particular sports teams in various locations

gira, circuito

gira, circuito

Ex: The tennis player participated in an exhibition tour, showcasing skills and engaging with fans in various tennis clubs across the country. 
(in|by) comparison
in comparison
[Adverbio]

used to highlight differences or similarities when comparing two or more things or people

en comparación, por comparación

en comparación, por comparación

Ex: By comparison, her sister is more outgoing and sociable. 

En comparación, su hermana es más extrovertida y sociable.

serve
serve
[Sustantivo]

the action of putting the ball or puck into play to start a point or match

saque, servicio

saque, servicio

Ex: The soccer goalkeeper's serve reached the halfway line. 
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