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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Académico - Prueba 2 - Lectura - Pasaje 3 (3)

Aquí puedes encontrar el vocabulario del Test 2 - Lectura - Pasaje 3 (3) en el libro de curso académico Cambridge IELTS 19, para ayudarte a preparar tu examen IELTS.

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Cambridge IELTS 19 - Academic
to retain
to retain
[Verbo]

to keep what one has or to continue having something

retener

retener

Ex: The professor encouraged students to actively engage with course materials to better retain knowledge for future applications. 
despite
despite
[Preposición]

used to show that something happened or is true, even though there was a difficulty or obstacle that might have prevented it

a pesar de

a pesar de

Ex: The business thrived despite the economic downturn. 

El negocio prosperó a pesar de la recesión económica.

circumstance
circumstance
[Sustantivo]

the conditions or factors that surround and influence a particular situation

circunstancia, contexto

circunstancia, contexto

Ex: The circumstances of his upbringing shaped his perspective on life. 

Las circunstancias de su crianza moldearon su perspectiva de la vida.

remarkable
remarkable
[Adjetivo]

worth noticing, especially because of being unusual or extraordinary

extraordinario

extraordinario

Ex: His remarkable athleticism earned him a place in the record books. 

Su notable atletismo le valió un lugar en los libros de récords.

poverty
poverty
[Sustantivo]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

pobreza

pobreza

Ex: Education is seen as a key to escaping the cycle of poverty. 

La educación es vista como una clave para escapar del ciclo de la pobreza.

single parent
single parent
[Sustantivo]

a person who raises a child or children without a partner

padre soltero, madre soltera

padre soltero, madre soltera

Ex: Despite the difficulties, many single parents find fulfillment in raising their children on their own. 

A pesar de las dificultades, muchos padres solteros encuentran satisfacción en criar a sus hijos por su cuenta.

disadvantaged
disadvantaged
[Adjetivo]

(of a person or area) facing challenging circumstances, especially financially or socially

desfavorecido

desfavorecido

Ex: The disadvantaged students received scholarships to help them pursue higher education. 

Los estudiantes desfavorecidos recibieron becas para ayudarlos a continuar su educación superior.

to uncover
to uncover
[Verbo]

to reveal or bring to light something that was previously unknown or kept secret

revelar, descubrir

revelar, descubrir

Ex: The detective's relentless pursuit of clues eventually uncovered the identity of the elusive criminal. 

La búsqueda implacable de pistas por parte del detective finalmente descubrió la identidad del criminal escurridizo.

to value
to value
[Verbo]

to regard highly and consider something as important, beneficial, or worthy of appreciation

valorar, apreciar

valorar, apreciar

Ex: The manager consistently values open discussions during team meetings. 

El gerente valora constantemente las discusiones abiertas durante las reuniones de equipo.

immediate
immediate
[Adjetivo]

belonging to a person's closest family members, such as parents, siblings, or children

inmediato, cercano

inmediato, cercano

Ex: He spends every holiday with his immediate family at their cabin. 

Pasa cada vacación con su familia inmediata en su cabaña.

extended family
extended family
[Sustantivo]

a large family group consisting of parents and children that might also include grandparents, aunts, or uncles

familia extendida

familia extendida

Ex: During the holidays, the extended family gathers at the grandparents' house for a big feast. 

Durante las vacaciones, la familia extendida se reúne en la casa de los abuelos para un gran banquete.

to keep
to keep
[Verbo]

to do something many times or continue doing something

seguir, no dejar de

seguir, no dejar de

Ex: She keeps trying until she succeeds. 

Ella sigue intentando hasta que lo logra.

epitome
epitome
[Sustantivo]

a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type

paradigma

paradigma

Ex: The mountains provided the epitome of natural unspoiled beauty and serenity. 

Las montañas proporcionaban el epítome de la belleza natural inalterada y la serenidad.

determination
determination
[Sustantivo]

the quality of working toward something despite difficulties

determinación

determinación

Ex: They admired her determination to succeed in a competitive field. 

Admiraban su determinación para tener éxito en un campo competitivo.

rejection
rejection
[Sustantivo]

the condition or experience of being refused, dismissed, or turned down

rechazo, desestimación

rechazo, desestimación

Ex: Rejection in love can be hard to overcome. 

El rechazo en el amor puede ser difícil de superar.

undeterred
undeterred
[Adjetivo]

not deterred

impertérrito, inalterable

impertérrito, inalterable

intellect
intellect
[Sustantivo]

the ability to reason, understand, and learn, often associated with intelligence or mental capacity

intelecto

intelecto

Ex: A strong intellect is essential for scientific research. 

Un intelecto fuerte es esencial para la investigación científica.

to regard as

to think of someone or something in a particular way

considerar como, ver como

considerar como, ver como

Ex: She regards him as a talented artist. 

Ella lo considera como un artista talentoso.

holder
holder
[Sustantivo]

a legal possessor of a negotiable financial document, often with rights to claim payment or ownership

titular, tenedor

titular, tenedor

Ex: The note was payable to the holder on demand. 

El pagaré era pagadero al tenedor a la vista.

prestigious
prestigious
[Adjetivo]

having a lot of respect, honor, and admiration in a particular field or society

prestigioso

prestigioso

Ex: The prestigious law firm only hires graduates from top-tier law schools. 

El bufete de abogados prestigioso solo contrata a graduados de las mejores facultades de derecho.

mathematician
mathematician
[Sustantivo]

someone who is a specialist or expert in mathematics

matemático

matemático

Ex: The mathematician presented her findings at an important conference. 

El matemático presentó sus hallazgos en una conferencia importante.

inquiring
inquiring
[Adjetivo]

eager to learn or ask questions

curioso, preguntón

curioso, preguntón

Ex: The detective's inquiring nature made him persistent in solving the case. 

La naturaleza indagadora del detective lo hizo persistente en resolver el caso.

to [go] smoothly

to progress or proceed without problems or interruptions

Ex: Let's plan the event carefully to ensure that everything goes smoothly. 
extremely
extremely
[Adverbio]

to a very great amount or degree

extremadamente

extremadamente

Ex: She is extremely friendly and easily makes new friends. 

Ella es extremadamente amigable y hace nuevos amigos fácilmente.

appeal
appeal
[Sustantivo]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

atractivo

atractivo

Ex: The appeal of city life attracts many young professionals. 

El atractivo de la vida urbana atrae a muchos jóvenes profesionales.

determined
determined
[Adjetivo]

having or displaying a strong will to achieve a goal despite the challenges or obstacles

decidido

decidido

Ex: The team was determined to win the championship, training rigorously. 

El equipo estaba decidido a ganar el campeonato, entrenando rigurosamente.

to intrigue

to capture someone's interest or curiosity

intrigar

intrigar

Ex: His unusual behavior intrigued his colleagues, who wondered what he was up to. 

Su comportamiento inusual intrigó a sus colegas, quienes se preguntaban qué estaba tramando.

devoted
devoted
[Adjetivo]

expressing much attention and love toward someone or something

leal, ferviente

leal, ferviente

Ex: Despite the challenges, she remained devoted to her passion for environmental conservation. 

A pesar de los desafíos, ella permaneció dedicada a su pasión por la conservación del medio ambiente.

innovative
innovative
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) producing creative and original ideas, equipment, methods, etc.

innovador, original

innovador, original

Ex: The company thrives on innovative leaders. 

La empresa prospera gracias a líderes innovadores.

satisfaction
satisfaction
[Sustantivo]

a feeling of pleasure that one experiences after doing or achieving what one really desired

satisfacción

satisfacción

Ex: He devoured the last bite of pizza with a sigh of satisfaction, finally feeling full after a long day. 

Devoró el último bocado de pizza con un suspiro de satisfacción, sintiéndose finalmente lleno después de un largo día.

intent
intent
[Adjetivo]

having a strong resolve or determination to achieve a particular goal or outcome

determinado, resuelto

determinado, resuelto

Ex: The students were intent on winning the science fair competition. 

Los estudiantes estaban decididos a ganar el concurso de ciencias.

to end up
to end up
[Verbo]

to eventually reach or find oneself in a particular place, situation, or condition, often unexpectedly or as a result of circumstances

terminar

terminar

Ex: After several detours, we ended up at the beautiful hidden beach we had heard about. 

Después de varios desvíos, terminamos en la hermosa playa escondida de la que habíamos oído hablar.

intellectual
intellectual
[Adjetivo]

relating to or involving the use of reasoning and understanding capacity

intelectual

intelectual

Ex: The university offers a range of intellectual programs to stimulate critical thinking. 

La universidad ofrece una variedad de programas intelectuales para estimular el pensamiento crítico.

due to
due to
[Preposición]

as a result of a specific cause or reason

debido a

debido a

Ex: He missed the meeting due to a family emergency. 

Perdió la reunión debido a una emergencia familiar.

discipline
discipline
[Sustantivo]

an organized set of rules or methods governing behavior or practice

disciplina, reglamento

disciplina, reglamento

Ex: Their workplace discipline improved productivity. 

La disciplina en su lugar de trabajo mejoró la productividad.

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.

assistance
assistance
[Sustantivo]

help or support given to someone to achieve something

ayuda, asistencia

ayuda, asistencia

Ex: Emergency services offered assistance after the storm. 

Los servicios de emergencia ofrecieron asistencia después de la tormenta.

peer
peer
[Sustantivo]

a person of the same age, social status, or capability as another specified individual

coetáneo, par

coetáneo, par

Ex: The summer camp aimed to create a supportive environment where children could interact with peers and develop social skills. 

El campamento de verano tenía como objetivo crear un entorno de apoyo donde los niños pudieran interactuar con sus pares y desarrollar habilidades sociales.

spirit
spirit
[Sustantivo]

a core emotional or motivating force that shapes a person's character

espíritu, alma

espíritu, alma

Ex: The revolutionary spirit motivated the movement. 

El espíritu revolucionario motivó el movimiento.

to surpass
to surpass
[Verbo]

to exceed in quality or achievement

superar, sobrepasar

superar, sobrepasar

Ex: The young pianist's talent has the potential to surpass the achievements of many seasoned musicians. 

El talento del joven pianista tiene el potencial de superar los logros de muchos músicos experimentados.

expert
expert
[Adjetivo]

having or showing extensive knowledge, skill, or experience in a particular field

experto

experto

Ex: The expert technician quickly diagnosed and repaired the malfunctioning equipment. 

El técnico experto diagnosticó y reparó rápidamente el equipo defectuoso.

physical exercise
physical exercise
[Sustantivo]

any physical activity that is performed with the goal of improving or maintaining one's physical fitness, health, and overall well-being

ejercicio físico, actividad física

ejercicio físico, actividad física

Ex: Physical exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety. 

El ejercicio físico ayuda a reducir el estrés y la ansiedad.

crucial
crucial
[Adjetivo]

extremely important or essential

crucial, decisivo

crucial, decisivo

Ex: Communication is crucial in team projects. 

La comunicación es crucial en los proyectos de equipo.

to raise
to raise
[Verbo]

to make the intensity, level, or amount of something increase

aumentar

aumentar

Ex: The teacher raised the difficulty of the test unexpectedly. 

El profesor aumentó la dificultad del examen inesperadamente.

relevant
relevant
[Adjetivo]

having a close connection with the situation or subject at hand

pertinente, relevante

pertinente, relevante

Ex: The course covers topics that are relevant to today's business environment. 

El curso cubre temas que son relevantes para el entorno empresarial actual.

demanding
demanding
[Adjetivo]

(of a task) needing great effort, skill, etc.

difícil y desafiante

difícil y desafiante

Ex: Learning to play a musical instrument is demanding, requiring practice and dedication. 

Aprender a tocar un instrumento musical es exigente, requiere práctica y dedicación.

penultimate
penultimate
[Adjetivo]

second to last in a sequence or series

penúltimo

penúltimo

Ex: Viewers were left on the edge of their seats by the dramatic cliffhanger in the television series' penultimate episode. 

Los espectadores se quedaron al borde de sus asientos por el dramático cliffhanger en el penúltimo episodio de la serie de televisión.

deprived
deprived
[Adjetivo]

lacking the basic necessities of life

privado

privado

Ex: The deprived community lacked access to clean water and adequate healthcare. 

La comunidad desfavorecida carecía de acceso a agua limpia y atención médica adecuada.

nourishing
nourishing
[Adjetivo]

providing essential nutrients and promoting health and well-being

nutritivo, alimenticio

nutritivo, alimenticio

Ex: The diet plan focused on nourishing foods that would give the body all the necessary vitamins and minerals. 

El plan de dieta se centró en alimentos nutritivos que le darían al cuerpo todas las vitaminas y minerales necesarios.

funded
funded
[Adjetivo]

furnished with funds

financiado

financiado

guidance
guidance
[Sustantivo]

help and advice about how to solve a problem, given by someone who is knowledgeable and experienced

consejo

consejo

Ex: The consultant offered guidance to small business owners, helping them develop effective strategies for growth and success. 
to recognize

to completely understand, acknowledge, or become aware of the existence, validity, or importance of something

reconocer, identificar

reconocer, identificar

Ex: It is important to recognize the signs of burnout and take action to address them. 

Es importante reconocer los signos del agotamiento y tomar medidas para abordarlos.

spin-off
spin-off
[Sustantivo]

a product made during the manufacture of something else

subproducto, derivado

subproducto, derivado

strong
strong
[Adjetivo]

immune to attack; incapable of being tampered with

fuerte, invulnerable

fuerte, invulnerable

groundbreaking
groundbreaking
[Adjetivo]

original and pioneering in a certain field, often setting a new standard for others to follow

innovador, revolucionario

innovador, revolucionario

Ex: The company's groundbreaking technology revolutionized the way people communicate. 

La tecnología innovadora de la empresa revolucionó la forma en que las personas se comunican.

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