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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Académico - Prueba 1 - Escucha - Parte 3

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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Academic
to get on
[Verbo]

to continue or begin a task, journey, or project

continuar, ponerse a

continuar, ponerse a

Ex: Let's get on with the presentation; we’re running behind schedule.**Sigamos con** la presentación; vamos retrasados.
theme
[Sustantivo]

a recurring element that is the main idea or subject in a literary or artistic piece

tema

tema

to base on
[Verbo]

to develop something using certain facts, ideas, situations, etc.

basarse en, fundamentarse en

basarse en, fundamentarse en

Ex: They based their decision on the market research findings.**Basaron** su decisión en los hallazgos de la investigación de mercado.

to begin participating in, learning about, and developing a strong interest or passion for a particular activity, hobby, or topic

meterse en

meterse en

Ex: The kids got into playing board games during their summer vacation.Los niños se **aficionaron a** jugar juegos de mesa durante sus vacaciones de verano.
introductory
[Adjetivo]

presented before the main subject, topic, etc. to provide context or familiarize

introductorio

introductorio

Ex: The professor ’s introductory comments set the stage for the detailed lecture that followed .Los comentarios **introductorios** del profesor prepararon el escenario para la conferencia detallada que siguió.
stage
[Sustantivo]

one of the phases in which a process or event is divided into

etapa

etapa

Ex: The play 's rehearsal stage is crucial for perfecting the performance .La **etapa** de ensayo de la obra es crucial para perfeccionar la actuación.
handout
[Sustantivo]

printed material given to people, usually at lectures, meetings, or conferences, to provide information or summarize key points

folleto, material impreso

folleto, material impreso

Ex: He reviewed the handout before the meeting started .Revisó el **folleto** antes de que comenzara la reunión.
to put off
[Verbo]

to cause a person to dislike someone or something

desalentar

desalentar

Ex: They were put off by the high prices and decided to shop elsewhere.Se sintieron **desanimados** por los altos precios y decidieron comprar en otro lugar.
texture
[Sustantivo]

the way something feels to the touch

textura,  tacto

textura, tacto

to wait with satisfaction for something to happen

esperar, desear

esperar, desear

Ex: I am looking forward to the upcoming conference .Estoy **ansioso por** la próxima conferencia.
letdown
[Sustantivo]

a feeling of disappointment or sadness due to something not meeting one's expectations or hopes

decepción, desilusión

decepción, desilusión

to pour
[Verbo]

to rain heavily and in a large amount

verter,  llover a cántaros

verter, llover a cántaros

Ex: The monsoon season causes it to pour almost every afternoon .La temporada de monzones hace que **llueva a cántaros** casi todas las tardes.
hardly
[Adverbio]

to a very small degree or extent

apenas

apenas

Ex: She hardly noticed the subtle changes in the room 's decor .Ella **apenas** notó los cambios sutiles en la decoración de la habitación.
evolution
[Sustantivo]

(biology) the slow and gradual development of living things throughout the history of the earth

evolución

evolución

Ex: Evolution has led to the incredible diversity of plants and animals we see on Earth today.**La evolución** ha llevado a la increíble diversidad de plantas y animales que vemos en la Tierra hoy.
workshop
[Sustantivo]

a meeting where people focus on a particular subject or project, share ideas, and practice skills together

taller

taller

session
[Sustantivo]

a scheduled period of teaching, instruction, or learning activities conducted within a defined timeframe

sesión, clase

sesión, clase

Ex: The afternoon session began with a hands-on laboratory experiment to reinforce concepts learned earlier in the day .La **sesión** de la tarde comenzó con un experimento práctico de laboratorio para reforzar los conceptos aprendidos anteriormente en el día.
brainstorming
[Sustantivo]

a collaborative technique for generating ideas or solutions through group discussion

lluvia de ideas, brainstorming

lluvia de ideas, brainstorming

Ex: The students used brainstorming to generate ideas for their science project, resulting in a range of creative hypotheses to explore.Los estudiantes utilizaron **lluvia de ideas** para generar ideas para su proyecto de ciencias, lo que resultó en una variedad de hipótesis creativas para explorar.
to draft
[Verbo]

to write something for the first time that needs corrections for the final presentation

hacer un borrador

hacer un borrador

Ex: As a screenwriter , he understood the importance of drafting scenes before finalizing the screenplay .Como guionista, entendía la importancia de **redactar** escenas antes de finalizar el guión.
proposal
[Sustantivo]

a detailed plan outlining the objectives, methodology, and significance of a planned study or project

propuesta

propuesta

to hand in
[Verbo]

to submit or deliver something, such as an assignment, document, application or lost item, usually to a person in authority or to an organization

entregar, presentar

entregar, presentar

Ex: We handed in the required documentation for the visa application .**Entregamos** la documentación requerida para la solicitud de visa.
to amend
[Verbo]

to make adjustments to improve the quality or effectiveness of something

enmendar

enmendar

Ex: The software developer amended the program code to fix bugs and optimize performance .El desarrollador de software **modificó** el código del programa para corregir errores y optimizar el rendimiento.
description
[Sustantivo]

a written or oral piece intended to give a mental image of something

descripción

descripción

Ex: The guide provided a thorough description of the museum 's history .El guía proporcionó una **descripción** exhaustiva de la historia del museo.

to calculate or judge the quality, value, significance, or effectiveness of something or someone

evaluar, valorar

evaluar, valorar

Ex: It 's important to evaluate the environmental impact of new construction projects before granting permits .Es importante **evaluar** el impacto ambiental de los nuevos proyectos de construcción antes de otorgar permisos.
timeline
[Sustantivo]

a list of events arranged in the order of their occurance

cronología, línea de tiempo

cronología, línea de tiempo

Ex: The police reconstructed the crime using a detailed timeline.La policía reconstruyó el crimen utilizando una **cronología** detallada.
mind map
[Sustantivo]

a visual representation of ideas, concepts, or information, typically organized around a central topic or theme

mapa mental, organigrama conceptual

mapa mental, organigrama conceptual

Ex: The project team used a mind map to collaborate and generate innovative solutions to the problem they were facing , fostering creativity and teamwork .El equipo del proyecto utilizó un **mapa mental** para colaborar y generar soluciones innovadoras al problema que enfrentaban, fomentando la creatividad y el trabajo en equipo.
basis
[Sustantivo]

the underlying principles that serve as the foundation upon which something is initiated, developed, calculated, or explained

fundamento, base

fundamento, base

Ex: The policy decision was made on the basis of historical trends and current socioeconomic research.La decisión política se tomó sobre la **base** de las tendencias históricas y la investigación socioeconómica actual.
rationale
[Sustantivo]

the justification or reasoning behind a decision or argument

lógica

lógica

Ex: Understanding the rationale behind a judicial ruling is crucial for interpreting its implications and guiding future legal arguments .Entender la **razón fundamental** detrás de un fallo judicial es crucial para interpretar sus implicaciones y guiar futuros argumentos legales.

to find a solution to a problem

resolver, encontrar

resolver, encontrar

Ex: She helped me work out the best way to approach the problem .Ella me ayudó a **resolver** la mejor manera de abordar el problema.
precise
[Adjetivo]

in accordance with truth

preciso

preciso

Ex: The team will need to provide a precise analysis of the data before making any conclusions .El equipo necesitará proporcionar un análisis **preciso** de los datos antes de sacar conclusiones.
scope
[Sustantivo]

the opportunity or capacity to do or achieve something

alcance, ámbito

alcance, ámbito

Ex: The relaxed regulations offer scope for businesses to innovate and adapt .Las regulaciones relajadas ofrecen **margen** para que las empresas innoven y se adapten.
to swoop
[Verbo]

to move quickly and suddenly downward through the air

abalanzarse, descender en picado

abalanzarse, descender en picado

Ex: With incredible speed, the eagle swooped down, catching a rabbit in its sharp talons.Con una velocidad increíble, el águila **se abalanzó**, atrapando un conejo en sus afiladas garras.
talon
[Sustantivo]

a long, sharp nail on the foot of some birds, especially birds of prey

garra

garra

to take up
[Verbo]

to occupy a particular amount of space or time

ocupar

ocupar

Ex: The painting takes up a considerable amount of wall space .La pintura **ocupa** una cantidad considerable de espacio en la pared.
in relation to
[Preposición]

referring to or concerning a particular topic, subject, or context

en relación con, respecto a

en relación con, respecto a

Ex: In relation to your concerns about the product quality , we are investigating the matter thoroughly .**En relación con** sus preocupaciones sobre la calidad del producto, estamos investigando el asunto a fondo.
predator
[Sustantivo]

any animal that lives by hunting and eating other animals

depredador

depredador

Ex: Jaguars , with powerful jaws and keen senses , are top predators in the dense rainforests of South America .Los **depredadores**, con mandíbulas poderosas y sentidos agudos, son los principales depredadores en las densas selvas tropicales de América del Sur.
food chain
[Sustantivo]

the sequence of organisms in an ecosystem where each organism serves as a source of food for the next organism in the chain

cadena alimenticia, cadena trófica

cadena alimenticia, cadena trófica

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.
motion
[Sustantivo]

the process or act of moving or changing place

movimiento

movimiento

Ex: In physics , understanding the laws of motion is essential for studying how objects interact .En física, entender las leyes del **movimiento** es esencial para estudiar cómo interactúan los objetos.
to perch
[Verbo]

(of a bird) to land and rest on something, such as a branch, bar, etc.

posarse

posarse

Ex: The parrot perched on her shoulder , squawking playfully .El loro **se posó** en su hombro, graznando juguetonamente.
reed
[Sustantivo]

a tall grass-like plant that grows in water or near it

junco, caña

junco, caña

Ex: In ancient times , reeds were used by civilizations around the world to construct simple yet sturdy boats , enabling exploration and trade along waterways .En tiempos antiguos, las **cañas** eran utilizadas por civilizaciones de todo el mundo para construir botes simples pero resistentes, facilitando la exploración y el comercio a lo largo de las vías fluviales.
stream
[Sustantivo]

a small and narrow river that runs on or under the earth

corriente

corriente

Ex: A small stream flows behind their house .Un pequeño **arroyo** fluye detrás de su casa.
link
[Sustantivo]

a relationship or connection between two or more things or people

vínculo, relación

vínculo, relación

Ex: The link between the two events was not immediately obvious .El **vínculo** entre los dos eventos no fue inmediatamente obvio.
portrait
[Sustantivo]

a drawing, photograph, or painting of a person, particularly of their face and shoulders

retrato

retrato

Ex: The museum displayed an array of historical portraits from different eras .El museo exhibió una variedad de **retratos** históricos de diferentes épocas.
expression
[Sustantivo]

a specific look on someone's face, indicating what they are feeling or thinking

expresión

expresión

Ex: The child ’s joyful expression upon seeing the puppy was truly heartwarming .La **expresión** alegre del niño al ver el cachorro fue realmente conmovedora.
ambiguous
[Adjetivo]

unclear and not precisely stated or defined

ambiguo

ambiguo

Ex: His ambiguous statement left everyone unsure of his position on the issue .Su declaración **ambigua** dejó a todos inseguros de su posición sobre el tema.
to exploit
[Verbo]

to use someone or something in an unfair way, which is only advantageous to oneself

explotar

explotar

Ex: Some landlords exploit tenants by charging exorbitant rents for substandard living conditions .Algunos propietarios **explotan** a los inquilinos cobrando alquileres exorbitantes por condiciones de vida inferiores.

to mention or discuss someone or something

referirse a, hacer referencia a

referirse a, hacer referencia a

Ex: When discussing history, it's important to refer to key events that shaped the world.Al hablar de historia, es importante **referirse a** eventos clave que moldearon el mundo.
apparently
[Adverbio]

used to convey that something seems to be true based on the available evidence or information

por lo visto

por lo visto

Ex: The restaurant is apparently famous for its seafood dishes .El restaurante es **aparentemente** famoso por sus platos de mariscos.
reference
[Sustantivo]

a mention or citation of something, often to provide context or support for an idea

referencia, cita

referencia, cita

Ex: He used a reference from the dictionary to explain the term .Usó una **referencia** del diccionario para explicar el término.
cycle
[Sustantivo]

a periodically repeated sequence of events

ciclo

ciclo

existence
[Sustantivo]

the fact or state of existing or being objectively real

existencia

existencia

Ex: The existence of ancient civilizations can be proven through archaeological evidence .**La existencia** de las civilizaciones antiguas puede ser probada a través de evidencia arqueológica.
fist
[Sustantivo]

the hand with the fingers tightly bent toward the palm

puño

puño

Ex: The protestor raised a defiant fist in solidarity with the cause , chanting slogans with the crowd .El manifestante levantó un **puño** desafiante en solidaridad con la causa, gritando consignas con la multitud.
source
[Sustantivo]

a book or a document that supplies information in a research and is referred to

fuente

fuente

Ex: Wikipedia is not always a reliable source for academic work .Wikipedia no siempre es una **fuente** confiable para trabajos académicos.
evaluative
[Adjetivo]

relating to forming or giving an opinion about the qualities or values of something upon adequate consideration

evaluativo

evaluativo

Ex: The evaluative report highlighted the success of the project , as well as the challenges that still needed to be addressed .El informe **evaluativo** destacó el éxito del proyecto, así como los desafíos que aún necesitaban ser abordados.
threat
[Sustantivo]

someone or something that is possible to cause danger, trouble, or harm

amenaza

amenaza

Ex: The snake ’s venomous bite is a real threat to humans if not treated promptly .La mordedura venenosa de la serpiente es una verdadera **amenaza** para los humanos si no se trata rápidamente.
continuity
[Sustantivo]

the state of happening or existing over a period of time without change or interruption

continuidad

continuidad

action plan
[Sustantivo]

a written document that clearly lists what needs to be done, who will do it, and when it will be done in order to reach a specific goal or finish a project

plan de acción, programa de acción

plan de acción, programa de acción

Ex: She updated the action plan after the client changed the goals.Ella actualizó el **plan de acción** después de que el cliente cambiara los objetivos.
diary
[Sustantivo]

a book or journal in which one records personal experiences, thoughts, or feelings on a regular basis, usually on a daily basis

diario, agenda

diario, agenda

Ex: Many people find that keeping a diary can be a therapeutic way to express their emotions and improve their mental well-being .Muchas personas encuentran que llevar un **diario** puede ser una forma terapéutica de expresar sus emociones y mejorar su bienestar mental.
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