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Cambridge IELTS 17 - Académico - Prueba 4 - Escucha - Parte 4

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moist
[Adjetivo]

containing a small amount of moisture

húmedo, mojado

húmedo, mojado

Ex: She used a moist towel to clean the table.Ella usó una toalla **húmeda** para limpiar la mesa.
fluid
[Adjetivo]

having the ability to flow or move smoothly without interruption or obstruction

fluido, fluido

fluido, fluido

Ex: The cat 's movements were fluid as it navigated through the narrow spaces .Los movimientos del gato eran **fluidos** mientras se movía por los espacios estrechos.
sap
[Sustantivo]

a watery solution of sugars, salts, and minerals that circulates through the vascular system of a plant

savia

savia

maple
[Sustantivo]

a tall tree, growing in northern countries, with leaves that have five points that turn gold or red in the fall

arce

arce

Ex: The maple wood used in furniture making is prized for its durability and attractive grain patterns .La madera de **arce** utilizada en la fabricación de muebles es apreciada por su durabilidad y sus atractivos patrones de vetas.
to pour
[Verbo]

to make a container's liquid flow out of it

verter, echar

verter, echar

Ex: She poured sauce over the pasta before serving it .Ella **vertió** la salsa sobre la pasta antes de servirla.
baking
[Sustantivo]

the act of making food without using direct flame

repostería, hornear

repostería, hornear

Ex: He mastered the art of baking croissants during his culinary course.Dominó el arte de **hornear** cruasanes durante su curso culinario.
pastry
[Sustantivo]

a baked good made from dough or batter, often sweetened or filled with ingredients like fruit, nuts, or chocolate

pastel, pastelillo

pastel, pastelillo

Ex: They shared a plate of pastries during the afternoon tea .Compartieron un plato de **pasteles** durante el té de la tarde.
to contain
[Verbo]

to have or hold something within or include something as a part of a larger entity or space

contener

contener

Ex: The container contains a mixture of sand and salt , ready for use .El recipiente **contiene** una mezcla de arena y sal, listo para usar.
preservative
[Sustantivo]

a substance that is added to food, cosmetics, or other products to prevent or slow down their spoilage or deterioration

conservante, preservativo

conservante, preservativo

Ex: She prefers skincare products without synthetic preservatives to avoid potential skin irritations .Ella prefiere productos para el cuidado de la piel sin **conservantes** sintéticos para evitar posibles irritaciones cutáneas.
refined sugar
[Sustantivo]

a processed form of sugar that has undergone purification and removal of impurities

azúcar refinado, azúcar purificado

azúcar refinado, azúcar purificado

Ex: They prefer to consume products that are free from refined sugar to maintain a healthier lifestyle .Prefieren consumir productos que están libres de **azúcar refinada** para mantener un estilo de vida más saludable.
fertilizer
[Sustantivo]

a chemical or natural material that is added to the soil to improve its productivity and help plants grow

fertilizante

fertilizante

Ex: Too much fertilizer can harm plants , so it is important to follow the instructions .Demasiado **fertilizante** puede dañar las plantas, por lo que es importante seguir las instrucciones.
moisture
[Sustantivo]

the presence of liquid, typically water, in a state of wetness or dampness

humedad, mojadura

humedad, mojadura

Ex: The fog created a veil of moisture that obscured the view of the city skyline .La niebla creó un velo de **humedad** que oscureció la vista del horizonte de la ciudad.
soil
[Sustantivo]

the black or brownish substance consisted of organic remains, rock particles, and clay that forms the upper layer of earth where trees or other plants grow

tierra

tierra

Ex: Farmers test the soil regularly to ensure it has the necessary nutrients for crops .Los agricultores prueban el **suelo** regularmente para asegurarse de que tiene los nutrientes necesarios para los cultivos.
criterion
[Sustantivo]

a specific condition or factor that is utilized for the evaluation of something

criterio

criterio

Ex: Accuracy is an essential criterion in evaluating scientific research papers .La **precisión** es un criterio esencial en la evaluación de los artículos de investigación científica.
to fulfill
[Verbo]

to satisfy a need, requirement, or condition

cumplir, satisfacer

cumplir, satisfacer

Ex: To graduate , students must fulfill several prerequisites , including community service .Para graduarse, los estudiantes deben **cumplir** con varios requisitos previos, incluido el servicio comunitario.
partial
[Adjetivo]

involving only a part of something

parcial, incompleto

parcial, incompleto

Ex: His recovery from the injury was only partial, and he still experienced pain when moving .Su recuperación de la lesión fue solo **parcial**, y aún sentía dolor al moverse.
exposure
[Sustantivo]

the state of being vulnerable or exposed

exposición, vulnerabilidad

exposición, vulnerabilidad

pointed
[Adjetivo]

having an end or tip that is sharp

puntiagudo, de pico, puntudo

puntiagudo, de pico, puntudo

Ex: The arrowhead was pointed, designed for accuracy and penetration.La punta de la flecha estaba **afilada**, diseñada para la precisión y la penetración.
symbol
[Sustantivo]

a sign or shape that represents a particular idea or organization

símbolo

símbolo

Ex: The golden arches of McDonald 's serve as a symbol of the fast-food chain , instantly recognizable worldwide .Los arcos dorados de McDonald's sirven como **símbolo** de la cadena de comida rápida, reconocibles al instante en todo el mundo.
to feature
[Verbo]

to have something as a prominent or distinctive aspect or characteristic

presentar, incluir

presentar, incluir

Ex: The car featured advanced safety options such as automatic emergency braking .El coche **incluía** opciones de seguridad avanzadas como el frenado automático de emergencia.
flag
[Sustantivo]

a piece of cloth with a mark or pattern that stands for a country, organization, etc.

bandera

bandera

Ex: The flag of the charity organization was prominently featured in the parade .La **bandera** de la organización benéfica fue destacada prominentemente en el desfile.
to settle
[Verbo]

to go and reside in a place as a permanent home

establecerse, instalarse

establecerse, instalarse

Ex: The couple finally decided to settle in the small, historic neighborhood they had always admired.La pareja finalmente decidió **establecerse** en el pequeño barrio histórico que siempre habían admirado.
indigenous
[Adjetivo]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

indígena,  autóctono

indígena, autóctono

Ex: Many indigenous languages are at risk of disappearing, prompting efforts to preserve and revitalize them.Muchos idiomas **indígenas** están en riesgo de desaparecer, lo que impulsa esfuerzos para preservarlos y revitalizarlos.
to bore
[Verbo]

to create a hole, typically with a pointed tool

perforar, taladrar

perforar, taladrar

Ex: To install a doorknob , he bored a hole in the door with a drill .Para instalar un pomo, **perforó** un agujero en la puerta con un taladro.
trunk
[Sustantivo]

the main wooden body of a tree

tronco

tronco

Ex: The trunk of the tree showed signs of damage from a recent storm , with several large cracks .El **tronco** del árbol mostraba signos de daño por una tormenta reciente, con varias grietas grandes.
container
[Sustantivo]

any object that can be used to store something in, such as a bottle, box, etc.

envase, recipiente

envase, recipiente

Ex: She filled the container with water .Ella llenó el **recipiente** con agua.
bark
[Sustantivo]

the hard outer covering of a tree

corteza

corteza

Ex: The hiker leaned against the thick bark of the redwood tree , feeling its ancient presence in the forest .El excursionista se apoyó contra la gruesa corteza del árbol de secuoya, sintiendo su antigua presencia en el bosque.
storage
[Sustantivo]

a location, facility or container designed for keeping things safe, secure and organized for future use

almacenamiento, depósito

almacenamiento, depósito

Ex: The company invested in more storage to accommodate their growing inventory .La empresa invirtió en más **almacenamiento** para acomodar su inventario creciente.
facility
[Sustantivo]

services, amenities, buildings, or pieces of equipment provided for people to use

instalación,  equipamiento

instalación, equipamiento

to boil
[Verbo]

to expose a container to heat until its content reaches its boiling point

hervir, llevar a ebullición

hervir, llevar a ebullición

Ex: The pot began to boil as the soup simmered on the stove .La olla comenzó a **hervir** mientras la sopa se cocinaba a fuego lento en la estufa.

(of temperature or weather) extremely high in degree

Ex: The scorching hot conditions posed a risk of heatstroke for those working outside without adequate hydration and protection.
process
[Sustantivo]

a specific course of action that is performed in order to accomplish a certain objective

proceso

proceso

Ex: The scientific process involves observation , hypothesis , experimentation , and analysis .El **proceso** científico implica observación, hipótesis, experimentación y análisis.
resource
[Sustantivo]

(usually plural) a country's gas, oil, trees, etc. that are considered valuable and therefore can be sold to gain wealth

recurso

recurso

Ex: Exploitation of marine resources has led to overfishing in some regions .La explotación de los **recursos** marinos ha llevado a la sobrepesca en algunas regiones.

to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

cuidar

cuidar

Ex: The company looks after its employees by providing them with a safe and healthy work environment .La empresa **cuida** de sus empleados proporcionándoles un entorno de trabajo seguro y saludable.
diameter
[Sustantivo]

a straight line from one side of a round object, particularly a circle, passing through the center and joining the other side

diámetro

diámetro

Ex: The technician used a caliper to determine the diameter of the bearings needed for the machinery repair .El técnico utilizó un calibrador para determinar el **diámetro** de los rodamientos necesarios para la reparación de la maquinaria.
to rise
[Verbo]

to move from a lower to a higher position

subir

subir

Ex: As the tide was rising, the boat started to float .Mientras la marea **subía**, el barco comenzó a flotar.
vascular system
[Sustantivo]

the vessels and tissue that carry or circulate fluids such as blood or lymph or sap through the body of an animal or plant

sistema vascular, aparato circulatorio

sistema vascular, aparato circulatorio

formation
[Sustantivo]

the act of forming or establishing something

formación

formación

to drill
[Verbo]

to make a hole or opening in something using a rotating tool

taladrar, perforar

taladrar, perforar

Ex: The mechanic drilled holes in the car's chassis to install the new parts.El mecánico **taladró** agujeros en el chasis del coche para instalar las nuevas piezas.
to insert
[Verbo]

to place or add something into a specific space or object

insertar, introducir

insertar, introducir

Ex: The mechanic will insert a new fuse into the circuit to restore power to the appliance .El mecánico **insertará** un nuevo fusible en el circuito para restaurar la energía al electrodoméstico.
tube
[Sustantivo]

a cylindrical hollow structure used for conveying fluids, gases, or electrical signals

tubo, conducto

tubo, conducto

tap
[Sustantivo]

a soft hit or strike, usually with the hand or a light object

nutrient
[Sustantivo]

a substance such as a vitamin, protein, fat, etc. that is essential for good health and growth

nutriente, sustancia nutritiva

nutriente, sustancia nutritiva

Ex: Lack of certain nutrients can lead to health problems .La falta de ciertos **nutrientes** puede provocar problemas de salud.

to become gas or vapor from liquid

evaporarse

evaporarse

Ex: By the end of the day , the rainwater will have evaporated from the sidewalks .Para el final del día, el agua de lluvia se habrá **evaporado** de las aceras.
steam
[Sustantivo]

the hot gas produced when water is heated to the boiling point

vapor

vapor

Ex: In the cold winter air , steam from their breath was visible as they spoke .En el aire frío del invierno, el **vapor** de su aliento era visible mientras hablaban.
dense
[Adjetivo]

thick or heavy in a chemical context

denso, espeso

denso, espeso

Ex: The cake was overly sweet and dense, making it hard to eat .El pastel estaba demasiado dulce y **denso**, lo que hacía que fuera difícil de comer.

to remove or separate unwanted items or elements from a group

filtrar, eliminar

filtrar, eliminar

Ex: His sunglasses have special lenses that filter out harmful UV rays .Sus gafas de sol tienen lentes especiales que **filtran** los rayos UV dañinos.

to become more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity

desarrollar

desarrollar

Ex: Over time , clutter can build up in the attic if not addressed .Con el tiempo, el desorden puede **acumularse** en el ático si no se aborda.
cloudy
[Adjetivo]

(of liquids) having a murky appearance due to suspended particles

turbio, opaco

turbio, opaco

Ex: The water was too cloudy to see the bottom of the lake .El agua estaba demasiado **turbia** para ver el fondo del lago.
gritty
[Adjetivo]

containing or resembling small, rough particles

granuloso, áspero

granuloso, áspero

Ex: The gritty sand made it difficult to walk along the beach .La arena **áspera** hacía difícil caminar por la playa.
to package
[Verbo]

to pack something in order to sell or transport it

empaquetar, embalar

empaquetar, embalar

Ex: Before sending the gift , she had to package it carefully .Antes de enviar el regalo, tuvo que **empaquetarlo** cuidadosamente.
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