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Lista de Palabras Nivel C1 - Libros

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés sobre libros, como "appendix", "footnote", "inspiration", etc. preparadas para estudiantes de C1.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
title page
title page
[Sustantivo]

the page at the front of a book that the names of the book, its author, and publisher are printed on it

portada, carátula

portada, carátula

Ex: The title page also included any relevant logos or graphics associated with the project or organization. 
appendix
appendix
[Sustantivo]

a separate part at the end of a book that gives further information

apéndice

apéndice

Ex: Students were instructed to refer to the appendix for additional resources and data related to their coursework. 
footnote
footnote
[Sustantivo]

an extra piece of information that is placed at the bottom of a printed page

nota a pie de página

nota a pie de página

Ex: He used footnotes sparingly in his novel, opting instead for a more immersive narrative style. 
backstory
backstory
[Sustantivo]

the events that have happened to a character before their story in a book, movie, etc. begins

trasfondo

trasfondo

Ex: Understanding the villain's backstory added depth to the narrative, revealing the motivations behind their sinister deeds. 
characterization
characterization
[Sustantivo]

the way in which characters in a movie, book, etc. are created and represented by a writer

caracterización

caracterización

Ex: The film director used subtle visual cues and nuanced performances to achieve rich characterization in the movie, allowing viewers to connect with the characters on a deeper level. 
narration
narration
[Sustantivo]

the way of telling or explaining a story, particularly in a movie, novel, etc.

narración

narración

Ex: Through unreliable narration, the author challenged readers to question the truthfulness of the narrator's account. 
the first-person
the first-person
[Sustantivo]

a way of telling or writing a story in which things happen to the narrator and the story revolves around them

primera persona

primera persona

Ex: Through first-person storytelling, the author establishes a strong connection between the reader and the narrator, allowing for deeper emotional engagement with the narrative. 

A través de la narración en primera persona, el autor establece una fuerte conexión entre el lector y el narrador, permitiendo un compromiso emocional más profundo con la narrativa.

twist
twist
[Sustantivo]

an unexpected turn in the course of events

giro inesperado

giro inesperado

Ex: Just when we thought everything was going smoothly, there was a sudden twist in the story. 

Justo cuando pensábamos que todo iba bien, hubo un giro inesperado en la historia.

inspiration
inspiration
[Sustantivo]

a mental spark that drives unusual creativity or activity

inspiración

inspiración

Ex: The speaker’s words created an inspiration that energized the audience. 

Las palabras del orador crearon una inspiración que energizó a la audiencia.

to co-author

to write a book, article, bill, etc. with another author

escribir conjuntamente

escribir conjuntamente

Ex: They decided to co-author a book on entrepreneurship, drawing from their respective experiences in the business world. 
to compose
to compose
[Verbo]

to write a literary piece with a lot of consideration

escribir

escribir

Ex: The author worked diligently to compose a gripping mystery novel that kept readers on the edge of their seats. 

El autor trabajó diligentemente para componer una novela de misterio emocionante que mantuvo a los lectores al borde de sus asientos.

to jot down

to make a note of something in a hurried and informal style

anotar, apuntar

anotar, apuntar

Ex: She always carries a small notebook to jot down important reminders. 

Ella siempre lleva una pequeña libreta para anotar recordatorios importantes.

to proofread

to read and correct the mistakes of a written or printed text

corregir las pruebas de, corregir

corregir las pruebas de, corregir

Ex: He proofreads his blog posts multiple times before publishing them online to ensure they are polished and error-free. 

Él corrige sus publicaciones de blog varias veces antes de publicarlas en línea para asegurarse de que estén pulidas y libres de errores.

to script
to script
[Verbo]

to write the words used in a movie, play, etc.

escribir el guion de

escribir el guion de

Ex: Before filming began, the screenwriter carefully scripted each scene to ensure a coherent storyline. 
autobiography
autobiography
[Sustantivo]

the story of the life of a person, written by the same person

autobiografía

autobiografía

Ex: She decided to write an autobiography after retiring to reflect on her experiences. 

Decidió escribir una autobiografía después de jubilarse para reflexionar sobre sus experiencias.

comic strip
comic strip
[Sustantivo]

a series of cartoons in boxes that narrate a story

historieta, tira cómica

historieta, tira cómica

Ex: As a child, he would spend hours drawing his own comic strips, dreaming of becoming a cartoonist one day. 
fable
fable
[Sustantivo]

a short story on morality with animal characters

fábula

fábula

Ex: The fable of "The Lion and the Mouse" illustrates the importance of kindness and reciprocity, no matter one's size or stature. 
pamphlet
pamphlet
[Sustantivo]

a small book with a paper cover giving information about a particular subject

folleto

folleto

Ex: The environmental organization produced pamphlets to raise awareness about conservation efforts and ways individuals can help protect the planet. 

La organización ambiental produjo folletos para crear conciencia sobre los esfuerzos de conservación y las formas en que las personas pueden ayudar a proteger el planeta.

hardcover
hardcover
[Sustantivo]

a book with a cover made from stiff material such as cardboard, leather, etc.

libro	de tapa dura

libro de tapa dura

Ex: She treasured the hardcover, considering it a valuable addition to her book collection. 
paperback
paperback
[Sustantivo]

a book with a cover that is made of thick paper

libro en rústica, edición rústica

libro en rústica, edición rústica

Ex: He picked up a paperback from the bargain bin, excited to find a good read at a discounted price. 

Recogió un libro de bolsillo de la caja de gangas, emocionado por encontrar una buena lectura a un precio rebajado.

prose
prose
[Sustantivo]

spoken or written language in its usual form, in contrast to poetry

prosa

prosa

Ex: The professor's lectures were known for their eloquent prose, captivating students with their rich language and depth of insight. 

Las conferencias del profesor eran conocidas por su prosa elocuente, cautivando a los estudiantes con su lenguaje rico y profundidad de insight.

dramatist
dramatist
[Sustantivo]

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

dramaturgo

dramaturgo

Ex: The dramatist's latest play received rave reviews for its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes. 

La última obra del dramaturgo recibió críticas entusiastas por sus personajes convincentes y sus temas provocadores.

playwright
playwright
[Sustantivo]

someone who writes plays for the TV, radio, or theater

dramaturgo, autor teatral

dramaturgo, autor teatral

Ex: She aspires to be a playwright and create powerful theatrical works. 

Ella aspira a ser dramaturga y crear poderosas obras teatrales.

engaging
engaging
[Adjetivo]

attractive and interesting in a way that draws one's attention

atractivo, interesante

atractivo, interesante

Ex: The game's engaging mechanics kept players entertained for hours. 

Las mecánicas atractivas del juego mantuvieron a los jugadores entretenidos durante horas.

gripping
gripping
[Adjetivo]

exciting and intriguing in a way that attracts one's attention

apasionante, absorbente

apasionante, absorbente

Ex: The documentary offered a gripping account of the rescue mission, capturing the tension and drama of the harrowing ordeal. 

El documental ofreció un relato cautivador de la misión de rescate, capturando la tensión y el drama de la dura experiencia.

heavy
heavy
[Adjetivo]

(of a literary work) very serious or hard to understand

serio

serio

Ex: The poetry collection was considered heavy by some critics, but others appreciated its depth and emotional resonance. 

La colección de poesía fue considerada pesada por algunos críticos, pero otros apreciaron su profundidad y resonancia emocional.

intriguing
intriguing
[Adjetivo]

arousing interest and curiosity due to being strange or mysterious

fascinante

fascinante

Ex: She found the stranger's enigmatic smile intriguing, wondering what secrets it concealed. 

Encontró la sonrisa enigmática del extraño intrigante, preguntándose qué secretos ocultaba.

ironic
ironic
[Adjetivo]

using statements that mean the opposite of what is stated, often to convey criticism or humor through an implied second meaning

irónico

irónico

Ex: Literary journals publish poetry and essays appreciated for their subtle, often ironic explorations of the human condition. 

Las revistas literarias publican poesía y ensayos apreciados por sus exploraciones sutiles, a menudo irónicas de la condición humana.

tragic
tragic
[Adjetivo]

(of a literary piece) related to or characteristic of tragedy

trágico

trágico

Ex: The tragic hero in "Macbeth" is consumed by ambition, ultimately leading to his demise and the loss of his humanity. 

El héroe trágico en "Macbeth" es consumido por la ambición, lo que finalmente conduce a su perdición y a la pérdida de su humanidad.

symbolism
symbolism
[Sustantivo]

the practice of using symbols to signify an idea, object, etc.

simbolismo

simbolismo

Ex: In Renaissance art, the widespread use of symbolism allowed artists to convey religious and mythological concepts to viewers. 

En el arte renacentista, el uso generalizado del simbolismo permitió a los artistas transmitir conceptos religiosos y mitológicos a los espectadores.

trilogy
trilogy
[Sustantivo]

a set of three movies, books, etc. that are related or have the same characters

trilogía

trilogía

Ex: She eagerly awaited the release of the final book in the trilogy to see how the story would conclude. 

Ella esperaba con ansias el lanzamiento del libro final de la trilogía para ver cómo concluiría la historia.

sequel
sequel
[Sustantivo]

a book, movie, play, etc. that continues and extends the story of an earlier one

secuela, continuación

secuela, continuación

Ex: The sequel picked up right where the first book left off, continuing the protagonist's journey with new challenges and adventures. 

La secuela retomó justo donde terminó el primer libro, continuando el viaje del protagonista con nuevos desafíos y aventuras.

quote
quote
[Sustantivo]

a sentence from a speech, book, etc. that is repeated somewhere else because it is wise or interesting

cita

cita

Ex: The famous quote from Martin Luther King Jr., "I have a dream," continues to resonate with people around the world. 

La famosa cita de Martin Luther King Jr., "Tengo un sueño," sigue resonando con personas de todo el mundo.

romance
romance
[Sustantivo]

a novel or movie about love

romance

romance

Ex: The romance between the two protagonists unfolded against the backdrop of a picturesque countryside. 

El romance entre los dos protagonistas se desarrolló en el escenario de un campo pintoresco.

third-person narrative

a mode of storytelling where the narrator refers to characters using pronouns like "he" and "she" and is not a character in the story

tercera persona

tercera persona

Ex: The novel's third-person narrative provided insight into the motivations of the antagonist, adding depth to the conflict. 

La narrativa en tercera persona de la novela proporcionó una visión de las motivaciones del antagonista, añadiendo profundidad al conflicto.

true crime
true crime
[Sustantivo]

a movie or book genre involving real crimes and real people

crimen verdadero

crimen verdadero

Ex: The bookstore had a section dedicated to true crime books, featuring accounts of famous trials and unsolved mysteries. 

La librería tenía una sección dedicada a los libros de true crime, que presentaba relatos de juicios famosos y misterios sin resolver.

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