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Key Modern Landmarks Vocabulary
modern
modern
[Adjetivo]

(of a style in architecture, music, art, etc.) recently formed and different from traditional styles and forms

moderno

moderno

Ex: The modern music genre of electronic dance music (EDM) incorporates synthesized beats and digital effects, departing from traditional instruments and melodies. 

El género musical moderno de la música electrónica de baile (EDM) incorpora ritmos sintetizados y efectos digitales, alejándose de los instrumentos y melodías tradicionales.

look
look
[Sustantivo]

the overall atmosphere or vibe of a place or situation and the emotional or psychological impact it has on people

el ambiente, la atmósfera

el ambiente, la atmósfera

Ex: The festive decorations gave the party a cheerful look, lifting everyone's spirits. 

Las decoraciones festivas le dieron a la fiesta un ambiente alegre, levantando el ánimo de todos.

construction
construction
[Sustantivo]

the process of building or creating something, such as structures, machines, or infrastructure

construcción

construcción

Ex: Safety regulations are critical during construction projects. 

Las regulaciones de seguridad son críticas durante los proyectos de construcción.

architect
architect
[Sustantivo]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

arquitecto

arquitecto

Ex: The architect presented the blueprints for the new community center to the city council for approval. 

El arquitecto presentó los planos para el nuevo centro comunitario al concejo municipal para su aprobación.

to design
to design
[Verbo]

to make drawings according to which something will be constructed or produced

diseñar

diseñar

Ex: By the time the project was due, they had already designed the entire product. 

Para cuando el proyecto estaba listo, ya habían diseñado todo el producto.

to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

parecerse a, tener aspecto de

parecerse a, tener aspecto de

Ex: She has looked like her grandmother since she was a child. 

Ella se parece a su abuela desde que era niña.

giant
giant
[Adjetivo]

extremely large in size

gigante

gigante

Ex: She was amazed by the giant waves crashing against the shore during the storm. 

Ella estaba asombrada por las olas gigantes que chocaban contra la orilla durante la tormenta.

to twist
to twist
[Verbo]

to move or turn in a spiral or curved shape

torcer, enroscar

torcer, enroscar

Ex: The rope twisted around the post as the wind picked up. 

La cuerda se enroscó alrededor del poste mientras el viento aumentaba.

rectangle
rectangle
[Sustantivo]

(geometry) a flat shape with four right angles, especially one with opposing sides that are equal and parallel to each other

rectángulo

rectángulo

Ex: She drew a rectangle on the paper to outline the garden plot. 

Ella dibujó un rectángulo en el papel para delinear el terreno del jardín.

floor
floor
[Sustantivo]

all the rooms of a building that are on the same level

piso, planta

piso, planta

Ex: The basement floor served as storage space for equipment and supplies, with access to the building's utility systems. 

La planta del sótano servía como espacio de almacenamiento para equipos y suministros, con acceso a los sistemas de servicios del edificio.

steel
steel
[Sustantivo]

a type of hard metal that is made of a mixture of iron and carbon, used in construction of buildings, vehicles, etc.

acero, metal duro

acero, metal duro

Ex: The car's chassis was made from a blend of steel and aluminum. 

El chasis del coche estaba hecho de una mezcla de acero y aluminio.

glass
glass
[Sustantivo]

a hard material that is often clear and is used for making windows, bottles, etc.

vidrio

vidrio

Ex: Be careful, the broken glass on the floor could cut your feet. 

Ten cuidado, el vidrio roto en el suelo podría cortarte los pies.

to lean
to lean
[Verbo]

to bend from a straight position typically to rest the body against something for support

apoyarse en

apoyarse en

Ex: The cat stretched and leaned against the window, basking in the warmth of the sunlight. 

El gato se estiró y se inclinó contra la ventana, disfrutando del calor de la luz del sol.

to bend
to bend
[Verbo]

to become curved or no longer straight

doblarse

doblarse

Ex: The metal rod began to bend under the weight of the heavy object. 

La varilla metálica comenzó a doblarse bajo el peso del objeto pesado.

office
office
[Sustantivo]

a designated room where an individual typically works, often at a desk, to carry out their professional tasks and responsibilities

oficina, despacho

oficina, despacho

Ex: She prefers working in her office because it's quieter than the open workspace. 

Ella prefiere trabajar en su oficina porque es más tranquilo que el espacio de trabajo abierto.

studio
studio
[Sustantivo]

a room or building where TV or radio programs are made or broadcast

estudio

estudio

Ex: Actors rehearsed their lines on the soundstage of the film studio, surrounded by elaborate sets and props. 

Los actores ensayaron sus líneas en el plató del estudio cinematográfico, rodeados de decorados y accesorios elaborados.

television show
television show
[Sustantivo]

a series of episodes broadcast on television that tells a story or provides entertainment, usually consisting of a specific genre or format

programa de televisión, serie de televisión

programa de televisión, serie de televisión

Ex: She stayed up late to catch the last episode of the TV show. 

Se quedó despierta hasta tarde para ver el último episodio del programa de televisión.

meeting room
meeting room
[Sustantivo]

a designated space for discussions, conferences, or group activities

sala de reuniones, sala de conferencias

sala de reuniones, sala de conferencias

workspace
workspace
[Sustantivo]

space allocated for your work (as in an office)

espacio de trabajo, oficina

espacio de trabajo, oficina

staff
staff
[Sustantivo]

a group of people who work for a particular company or organization

personal

personal

Ex: Our company is hosting a party for the staff next week. 

Nuestra empresa está organizando una fiesta para el personal la próxima semana.

technology
technology
[Sustantivo]

devices, equipment, and machinery produced using scientific knowledge

tecnología

tecnología

Ex: Our research focuses on developing new technology for renewable energy sources, like solar panels and wind turbines. 

Nuestra investigación se centra en el desarrollo de nuevas tecnologías para fuentes de energía renovable, como paneles solares y turbinas eólicas.

to broadcast

to use airwaves to send out TV or radio programs

transmitir, emitir

transmitir, emitir

Ex: The cable channel broadcasts documentaries on nature and wildlife. 

El canal de cable transmite documentales sobre naturaleza y vida silvestre.

to visit
to visit
[Verbo]

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

visitar

visitar

Ex: The tourists visited the zoo to see exotic animals from around the world. 

Los turistas visitaron el zoológico para ver animales exóticos de todo el mundo.

unique
unique
[Adjetivo]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

único

único

Ex: Her unique way of always seeing the positive in every situation makes her stand out. 

Su manera única de siempre ver lo positivo en cada situación la hace destacar.

to stand out

to be prominent and easily noticeable

destacarse, sobresalir

destacarse, sobresalir

Ex: The unique architecture of the building made it stand out in the city skyline. 

La arquitectura única del edificio hizo que destacara en el horizonte de la ciudad.

skyline
skyline
[Sustantivo]

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

línea del horizonte, horizonte

línea del horizonte, horizonte

unusual
unusual
[Adjetivo]

differing from the norm or expectation

inusual, extraño

inusual, extraño

Ex: She wore an unusual outfit that turned heads wherever she went. 

Ella llevaba un atuendo inusual que llamaba la atención dondequiera que iba.

symbol
symbol
[Sustantivo]

something that represents an idea, quality, or concept beyond its literal meaning

símbolo, emblema

símbolo, emblema

modern architecture

the architectural style that emerged in the early 20th century, characterized by simplicity, functionality, and the use of new materials and construction techniques

arquitectura moderna, estilo arquitectónico moderno

arquitectura moderna, estilo arquitectónico moderno

busy
busy
[Adjetivo]

(of a place) full of activity or people

ocupado

ocupado

Ex: The café was busy, with people chatting and working on their laptops. 

El café estaba ocupado, con gente charlando y trabajando en sus portátiles.

restaurant
restaurant
[Sustantivo]

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

restaurante

restaurante

Ex: They celebrated their anniversary at a fancy restaurant overlooking the city. 

Celebraron su aniversario en un restaurante elegante con vistas a la ciudad.

nearby
nearby
[Adverbio]

not in the distance

cerca

cerca

Ex: She found a job nearby, eliminating the need for a lengthy daily commute. 

Encontró un trabajo cerca, eliminando la necesidad de un largo viaje diario.

business district
business district
[Sustantivo]

an area of a city where the majority of commercial activities, offices, and financial institutions are located

distrito financiero, zona comercial

distrito financiero, zona comercial

Ex: The business district is busiest during weekdays with professionals commuting to work. 

El distrito financiero está más concurrido durante los días laborables con profesionales que viajan al trabajo.

landmark
landmark
[Sustantivo]

a structure or a place that is historically important

monumento

monumento

Ex: Visitors flock to the Acropolis in Athens to admire the ancient temples and absorb its historical significance. 

Los visitantes acuden en masa al Acrópolis en Atenas para admirar los templos antiguos y absorber su significado histórico.

creative
creative
[Adjetivo]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

creativo

creativo

Ex: I met a creative artist, turning everyday objects into beautiful sculptures. 

Conocí a un artista creativo, que convierte objetos cotidianos en hermosas esculturas.

innovative
innovative
[Adjetivo]

(of ideas, products, etc.) creative and unlike anything else that exists

innovador, original

innovador, original

Ex: The team introduced an innovative marketing strategy that had never been attempted before. 

El equipo introdujo una estrategia de marketing innovadora que nunca antes se había intentado.

architecture
architecture
[Sustantivo]

the study or art of building and designing houses

arquitectura

arquitectura

Ex: Many students choose to study architecture to learn how to design buildings that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. 

Muchos estudiantes eligen estudiar arquitectura para aprender a diseñar edificios que sean tanto funcionales como estéticamente agradables.

to admire
to admire
[Verbo]

to look at something with wonder, pleasure, or approval

admirar, contemplar

admirar, contemplar

Ex: The photographer admired the beauty of the natural landscape, capturing its essence in stunning photographs. 

El fotógrafo admiraba la belleza del paisaje natural, capturando su esencia en fotografías impresionantes.

bold
bold
[Adjetivo]

causing strong visual impact through clarity, vividness, or intensity

audaz, vivo

audaz, vivo

Ex: The room featured bold geometric patterns on the rug. 

La habitación presentaba patrones geométricos llamativos en la alfombra.

truly
truly
[Adverbio]

used to emphasize a statement or idea

verdaderamente

verdaderamente

Ex: The view from the mountain was truly breathtaking. 

La vista desde la montaña era verdaderamente impresionante.

pants
pants
[Sustantivo]

an item of clothing that covers the lower half of our body, from our waist to our ankles, and covers each leg separately

pantalón

pantalón

Ex: My brother always wears a belt with his pants to keep them from falling down. 

Mi hermano siempre usa un cinturón con sus pantalones para evitar que se le caigan.

nickname
nickname
[Sustantivo]

a descriptive name for a place or thing

apodo, sobrenombre

apodo, sobrenombre

famous
famous
[Adjetivo]

known by a lot of people

famoso, célebre

famoso, célebre

Ex: Tourists flock to the city to visit famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower. 

Los turistas acuden en masa a la ciudad para visitar monumentos famosos como la Torre Eiffel.

building
building
[Sustantivo]

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

edificio, construcción

edificio, construcción

Ex: The school building has a playground for the students. 

El edificio de la escuela tiene un patio de recreo para los estudiantes.

Beijing
Beijing
[Sustantivo]

the capital and second most crowded city of China, in which famous historic sites such as the Great Wall of China are located

Pekín, Beijing

Pekín, Beijing

China
China
[Sustantivo]

the biggest country in East Asia

China

China

Ex: Many people enjoy Chinese cuisine, which includes dishes like dumplings, noodles, and Peking duck. 

Mucha gente disfruta de la cocina china, que incluye platos como albóndigas, fideos y pato laqueado.

unique
unique
[Adjetivo]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

único

único

Ex: Her unique way of always seeing the positive in every situation makes her stand out. 

Su manera única de siempre ver lo positivo en cada situación la hace destacar.

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