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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Académico - Prueba 2 - Comprensión auditiva - Parte 2 (1)

Aquí puedes encontrar el vocabulario del Test 2 - Audición - Parte 2 (1) del libro de curso Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic, para ayudarte a preparar tu examen IELTS.

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Cambridge IELTS 18 - Academic
to show up
[Verbo]

to arrive at an event or appointment where one is expected

aparecer

aparecer

Ex: The professor consistently shows up for office hours to assist students .El profesor **se presenta** consistentemente en las horas de oficina para asistir a los estudiantes.
presentation
[Sustantivo]

a visual or oral communication, typically using slides or other visual aids, delivered to an audience to convey information or persuade them to take some action

presentación, exposición

presentación, exposición

an area where multiple residential buildings, such as houses, townhouses, or apartments, are constructed to create a new community or neighborhood

urbanización, fraccionamiento

urbanización, fraccionamiento

Ex: Residents in the new housing development enjoy access to amenities such as a community center , playgrounds , and retail shops within walking distance .Los residentes del nuevo **desarrollo habitacional** disfrutan de acceso a comodidades como un centro comunitario, áreas de juegos y tiendas minoristas a poca distancia.
to plan
[Verbo]

to design or create a blueprint, layout, or diagram for a project or undertaking

planificar, diseñar

planificar, diseñar

Ex: She planned the remodel of the house , including a detailed floor plan .Ella **planeó** la remodelación de la casa, incluyendo un plano detallado del piso.
outskirts
[Sustantivo]

the outer areas or parts of a city or town

afueras, alrededores

afueras, alrededores

Ex: Commuting from the outskirts to the city center can be challenging during rush hour , as traffic congestion often slows down travel times significantly .Desplazarse desde las **afueras** hasta el centro de la ciudad puede ser un desafío durante la hora punta, ya que la congestión del tráfico a menudo ralentiza significativamente los tiempos de viaje.
communications
[Sustantivo]

the discipline that studies the principles of transmiting information and the methods by which it is delivered (as print or radio or television etc.)

comunicaciones, comunicación

comunicaciones, comunicación

development
[Sustantivo]

a piece of land that new buildings are being built or are planned to be built, often with the purpose of urban expansion or improvement

urbanización, fraccionamiento

urbanización, fraccionamiento

Ex: The industrial development aims to attract manufacturing companies with tax incentives and infrastructure support .El **desarrollo** industrial tiene como objetivo atraer empresas manufactureras con incentivos fiscales y apoyo en infraestructura.
brief
[Adjetivo]

concise and to the point

breve, conciso

breve, conciso

Ex: Their conversation was brief, as both were in a hurry .Su conversación fue **breve**, ya que ambos tenían prisa.
overview
[Sustantivo]

a broad, general summary that covers the main aspects or features of a subject

resumen, panorámica

resumen, panorámica

Ex: The brochure included an overview of the services offered by the hotel .El folleto incluía un **resumen** de los servicios ofrecidos por el hotel.
to select
[Verbo]

to choose someone or something from a group of people or things

seleccionar

seleccionar

Ex: Only a few students were selected for the advanced program .Solo unos pocos estudiantes fueron **seleccionados** para el programa avanzado.
particular
[Adjetivo]

distinctive among others that are of the same general classification

especial

especial

Ex: This study examines the impact on a particular community affected by the policy changes .Este estudio examina el impacto en una comunidad **particular** afectada por los cambios de política.
site
[Sustantivo]

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

lugar

lugar

Ex: We visited the historical site where the decisive battle took place .Visitamos el **sitio** histórico donde tuvo lugar la batalla decisiva.
at present
[Adverbio]

at the current moment or during the existing time

actualmente, en este momento

actualmente, en este momento

Ex: The product is not available at present, but it will be restocked next week .El producto no está disponible **en este momento**, pero se repondrá la próxima semana.
land
[Sustantivo]

the earth's surface where it is not under water

tierra

tierra

Ex: The national park is home to diverse wildlife and stunning natural landscapes.El parque nacional alberga una vida silvestre diversa y paisajes naturales impresionantes.
industrial
[Adjetivo]

related to the manufacturing or production of goods on a large scale

industrial

industrial

Ex: Industrial design focuses on creating products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing .El diseño **industrial** se centra en crear productos que sean funcionales y estéticamente agradables.
center
[Sustantivo]

a specific location or facility where a particular activity, function, or purpose is focused

centro, instalación

centro, instalación

Ex: The fitness center offers a range of workout options, from yoga to weight training.El **centro** de fitness ofrece una variedad de opciones de entrenamiento, desde yoga hasta entrenamiento con pesas.
demand
[Sustantivo]

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

demanda

demanda

Ex: The pandemic led to a shift in demand for online shopping and delivery services.La pandemia provocó un cambio en la **demanda** de compras en línea y servicios de entrega.
housing
[Sustantivo]

buildings in which people live, including their condition, prices, or types

viviendas, casas

viviendas, casas

Ex: Good housing conditions improve people ’s quality of life .Las buenas condiciones de **vivienda** mejoran la calidad de vida de las personas.
employee
[Sustantivo]

someone who is paid by another to work for them

empleado

empleado

Ex: The hardworking employee received a promotion for their exceptional performance .El **empleado** trabajador recibió un ascenso por su desempeño excepcional.
region
[Sustantivo]

a large area of land or of the world with specific characteristics, which is usually borderless

región, zona

región, zona

Ex: The Amazon rainforest is a biodiverse region teeming with unique plant and animal species .La selva amazónica es una **región** biodiversa llena de especies únicas de plantas y animales.
to commute
[Verbo]

to regularly travel to one's place of work and home by different means

viajar diariamente al trabajo

viajar diariamente al trabajo

Ex: Despite the distance , the flexible work hours allow employees to commute during off-peak times .A pesar de la distancia, las horas de trabajo flexibles permiten a los empleados **desplazarse** durante las horas de menor actividad.
drive
[Sustantivo]

a trip or journey taken in a vehicle, typically an automobile

Ex: The drive home was quiet after the busy day .
convenient
[Adjetivo]

favorable or well-suited for a specific purpose or situation

conveniente

conveniente

Ex: The flexible hours at the clinic are very convenient for my schedule .El horario flexible de la clínica es muy **conveniente** para mi agenda.
major
[Adjetivo]

serious and of great importance

importante

importante

Ex: The major decision to expand operations overseas was met with cautious optimism .La **gran** decisión de expandir las operaciones en el extranjero fue recibida con optimismo cauteloso.
criteria
[Sustantivo]

the guidelines or principles that help decide whether something meets a specific expectation or requirement

criterios

criterios

Ex: She checked the criteria before selecting the candidates .Ella verificó los **criterios** antes de seleccionar a los candidatos.
secondary school
[Sustantivo]

the school for young people, usually between the ages of 11 to 16 or 18 in the UK

colegio secundario, instituto

colegio secundario, instituto

Ex: In some countries , students must take standardized exams at the end of secondary school to qualify for university admission or to receive their high school diploma .En algunos países, los estudiantes deben tomar exámenes estandarizados al final de la **escuela secundaria** para calificar para la admisión universitaria o para recibir su diploma de bachillerato.
drawback
[Sustantivo]

a disadvantage or the feature of a situation that makes it unacceptable

inconveniente

inconveniente

Ex: Although the offer seems attractive , its drawback is the lack of flexibility .Aunque la oferta parece atractiva, su **desventaja** es la falta de flexibilidad.
steep
[Adjetivo]

(of a surface) having a sharp slope or angle, making it difficult to climb or walk up

empinado, escarpado

empinado, escarpado

Ex: He hesitated to ski down the steep slope , knowing it would be a thrilling but risky adventure .Dudó en esquiar por la pendiente **empinada**, sabiendo que sería una aventura emocionante pero arriesgada.
slope
[Sustantivo]

an area of land or surface that is higher at one end or side than another

pendiente, cuesta

pendiente, cuesta

Ex: The slope of the driveway made it difficult to park during icy weather .La **pendiente** del camino hacía difícil estacionar durante el clima helado.

to consider all the known facts and details before making a final decision

tener algo en cuenta

tener algo en cuenta

Ex: The manager will take account of employee feedback before making changes.
feedback
[Sustantivo]

information, criticism, or advice about a person's performance, a new product, etc. intended for improvement

feedback

feedback

Ex: Feedback from the audience can help shape the performance .Los **comentarios** del público pueden ayudar a dar forma a la actuación.
wide
[Adjetivo]

encompassing a broad, varied range of people, items, situations, content, or subjects

amplio,  extenso

amplio, extenso

Ex: The organization prides itself on a wide membership base , drawing individuals from diverse professional backgrounds .La organización se enorgullece de una base de miembros **amplia**, atrayendo a individuos de diversos orígenes profesionales.
accommodation
[Sustantivo]

a place where people live, stay, or work in

alojamiento

alojamiento

Ex: They found a cozy cabin as their accommodation for the weekend getaway in the mountains .Encontraron una cabaña acogedora como su **alojamiento** para la escapada de fin de semana en las montañas.
countryside
[Sustantivo]

the area with farms, fields, and trees, that is outside cities and towns

campo

campo

Ex: He grew up in the countryside, surrounded by vast fields and meadows .Creció en el **campo**, rodeado de vastos campos y praderas.
particularly
[Adverbio]

to a degree that is higher than usual

particularmente, especialmente

particularmente, especialmente

Ex: The new employee was particularly skilled at problem-solving .El nuevo empleado era **particularmente** hábil para resolver problemas.
to please
[Verbo]

to make someone satisfied or happy

complacer

complacer

Ex: He pleases his parents by cleaning up the house before they return from their trip .Él **complace** a sus padres limpiando la casa antes de que regresen de su viaje.
layout
[Sustantivo]

the specific way by which a building, book page, garden, etc. is arranged

disposición, plan

disposición, plan

Ex: The interior decorator considered the layout of the furniture in the living room , aiming for both functionality and aesthetics .El decorador de interiores consideró **la disposición** de los muebles en la sala, buscando tanto funcionalidad como estética.
majority
[Sustantivo]

the larger part or number of a given set or group

mayoría

mayoría

Ex: A majority of residents expressed concerns about the proposed construction project .Una **mayoría** de los residentes expresaron preocupaciones sobre el proyecto de construcción propuesto.
generally
[Adverbio]

in a way that is true in most cases

generalmente

generalmente

Ex: People generally prefer direct flights over layovers .Las personas **generalmente** prefieren vuelos directos en lugar de escalas.
impression
[Sustantivo]

an opinion or feeling that one has about someone or something, particularly one formed unconsciously

impresión, idea

impresión, idea

Ex: She could n't shake the impression that she had seen him somewhere before .No podía quitársele la **impresión** de que lo había visto en algún lugar antes.

to match well with the environment and become a part of the surroundings

mezclarse, integrarse

mezclarse, integrarse

Ex: As a new student , she found it difficult to blend in with the larger class .Como nueva estudiante, le resultó difícil **integrarse** en la clase más grande.
feature
[Sustantivo]

an important or distinctive aspect of something

característica

característica

Ex: The magazine article highlighted the chef 's innovative cooking techniques as a key feature of the restaurant 's success .El artículo de la revista destacó las técnicas de cocina innovadoras del chef como una **característica** clave del éxito del restaurante.
landscape
[Sustantivo]

all the parts of an area of land that can be seen at one time

paisaje, panorama

paisaje, panorama

Ex: The desert landscape looked endless under the sun .El **paisaje** desértico parecía interminable bajo el sol.
provision
[Sustantivo]

an agreed-upon condition or requirement outlined in an agreement, law, or document

estipulación, disposición

estipulación, disposición

Ex: The will had a provision specifying how the estate should be divided among the heirs .El testamento tenía una **disposición** que especificaba cómo se debía dividir la herencia entre los herederos.
wildlife
[Sustantivo]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

fauna

fauna

Ex: The government has enacted laws to protect local wildlife.El gobierno ha promulgado leyes para proteger la **fauna** local.
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