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Vocabulario de Monumentos Modernos Clave - Sede de la CCTV

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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 architecture of the skyscraper featured sleek lines and glass facades, in contrast to the traditional brick buildings of the city center. 
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 cozy café had a warm and inviting look that made everyone feel at home. 
construction
construction
[Sustantivo]

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

construcción

construcción

Ex: The construction of the new hospital is ahead of schedule. 
architect
architect
[Sustantivo]

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

arquitecto

arquitecto

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
to design
to design
[Verbo]

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

diseñar

diseñar

Ex: The architect often designs modern homes with sustainable features. 
to look like

to resemble a thing or person in appearance

parecerse a, tener aspecto de

parecerse a, tener aspecto de

Ex: The puppy looks like a miniature version of its mother. 
giant
giant
[Adjetivo]

extremely large in size

gigante

gigante

Ex: The giant mountain range stretched across the horizon, its peaks disappearing into the clouds. 
to twist
to twist
[Verbo]

to move or turn in a spiral or curved shape

torcer, enroscar

torcer, enroscar

Ex: The tree's branches twisted in the wind. 
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: In geometry class, they practiced calculating the area of a rectangle. 
floor
floor
[Sustantivo]

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

piso, planta

piso, planta

Ex: The ground floor of the building housed the lobby, reception area, and administrative offices. 
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 skyscraper's framework was constructed with high-quality steel. 
glass
glass
[Sustantivo]

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

vidrio

vidrio

Ex: She drank water from a glass bottle to reduce plastic waste. 
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: Feeling tired after the hike, she decided to lean against the tree to catch her breath. 
to bend
to bend
[Verbo]

to become curved or no longer straight

doblarse

doblarse

Ex: As she tried to straighten her back, she felt a sharp pain in her lower spine where it had bent. 
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: He decorated his office with plants and personal photos to make it feel more comfortable. 
studio
studio
[Sustantivo]

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

estudio

estudio

Ex: The TV studio bustled with activity as crew members prepared for the live broadcast of the morning news. 
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: I love watching my favorite television show every evening after work. 
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: All staff members are required to attend the meeting. 
technology
technology
[Sustantivo]

devices, equipment, and machinery produced using scientific knowledge

tecnología

tecnología

Ex: The company specializes in manufacturing cutting-edge technology, including smartphones and tablets. 
to broadcast

to use airwaves to send out TV or radio programs

transmitir, emitir

transmitir, emitir

Ex: The television network broadcasts news programs every evening. 
to visit
to visit
[Verbo]

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

visitar

visitar

Ex: During their vacation, they planned to visit famous landmarks and historical sites in the city. 
unique
unique
[Adjetivo]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

único

único

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
to stand out

to be prominent and easily noticeable

destacarse, sobresalir

destacarse, sobresalir

Ex: The glowing neon sign made the cafe stand out among the other businesses on the street. 
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: The house had an unusual design with uneven windows and slanted walls. 
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 market was busy with shoppers looking for fresh produce. 
restaurant
restaurant
[Sustantivo]

a place where we pay to sit and eat a meal

restaurante

restaurante

Ex: He works as a chef in a popular restaurant. 
nearby
nearby
[Adverbio]

not in the distance

cerca

cerca

Ex: There's a cafe nearby, perfect for a quick coffee break. 
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 full of skyscrapers and corporate offices. 
landmark
landmark
[Sustantivo]

a structure or a place that is historically important

monumento

monumento

Ex: The Great Wall of China is a remarkable landmark that stretches across thousands of miles and has stood for centuries. 
creative
creative
[Adjetivo]

making use of imagination or innovation in bringing something into existence

creativo

creativo

Ex: I believe you are a creative photographer; you always find beauty in ordinary things. 
innovative
innovative
[Adjetivo]

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

innovador, original

innovador, original

Ex: The company is known for developing innovative solutions to common environmental challenges. 
architecture
architecture
[Sustantivo]

the study or art of building and designing houses

arquitectura

arquitectura

Ex: She decided to study architecture because she was fascinated by the art and science of designing buildings. 
to admire
to admire
[Verbo]

to look at something with wonder, pleasure, or approval

admirar, contemplar

admirar, contemplar

Ex: She admired the breathtaking sunset over the ocean, mesmerized by its vibrant colors. 
bold
bold
[Adjetivo]

causing strong visual impact through clarity, vividness, or intensity

audaz, vivo

audaz, vivo

Ex: Bold colors can bring energy and life to any space, making it feel more dynamic. 
truly
truly
[Adverbio]

used to emphasize a statement or idea

verdaderamente

verdaderamente

Ex: It was truly an unforgettable experience. 
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: He is going to wear black pants and a white shirt for his job interview. 
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: The famous singer performed to a sold-out crowd at the arena. 
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: He worked in a modern office building with large windows. 
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: China is known for its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, such as the Great Wall. 
unique
unique
[Adjetivo]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

único

único

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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