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Cambridge IELTS 16 - Académico - Prueba 1 - Escucha - Parte 4

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with regard to
[Preposición]

used to show that the following statement or discussion is about a specific topic, highlighting its importance and relevance

con respecto a, en relación con

con respecto a, en relación con

Ex: With regard to safety protocols , please review the updated guidelines before starting work .**Con respecto a** los protocolos de seguridad, revise las pautas actualizadas antes de comenzar a trabajar.
to define
[Verbo]

to mark clear boundaries or distinctions for a concept or area

definir, delimitar

definir, delimitar

Ex: The contract defines the terms of the agreement , including responsibilities , timelines , and compensation .El contrato **define** los términos del acuerdo, incluyendo responsabilidades, plazos y compensación.
perspective
[Sustantivo]

a specific manner of considering something

perspectiva

perspectiva

Ex: The documentary provided a global perspective on climate change and its impact .El documental proporcionó una **perspectiva** global sobre el cambio climático y su impacto.
wholly
[Adverbio]

to a full or complete degree

completamente, totalmente, enteramente

completamente, totalmente, enteramente

Ex: The project was wholly funded by private donations , without any government support .El proyecto fue **totalmente** financiado por donaciones privadas, sin ningún apoyo gubernamental.
caution
[Sustantivo]

the trait of being careful and aware of potential risks

precaución, cuidado

precaución, cuidado

initiation
[Sustantivo]

wisdom as evidenced by the possession of knowledge

iniciación, sabiduría

iniciación, sabiduría

desire
[Sustantivo]

a very strong feeling of wanting to do or have something

deseo

deseo

Ex: The aroma of freshly baked cookies awakened a sudden desire for something sweet in Mary .El aroma de las galletas recién horneadas despertó un **deseo** repentino de algo dulce en Mary.
undertaking
[Sustantivo]

a formal promise to do something particular

tarea

tarea

entrepreneur
[Sustantivo]

a person who starts a business, especially one who takes financial risks

empresario

empresario

Ex: Many entrepreneurs face significant risks but also have the potential for substantial rewards .Muchos **emprendedores** enfrentan riesgos significativos pero también tienen el potencial de recompensas sustanciales.
founding father
[Sustantivo]

a member of the Constitutional Convention that drafted the United States Constitution in 1787

padre fundador, fundador

padre fundador, fundador

to inspire
[Verbo]

to fill someone with the desire or motivation to do something, especially something creative or positive

inspirar

inspirar

Ex: The leader 's vision and determination inspired the team to overcome challenges .La visión y determinación del líder **inspiraron** al equipo para superar los desafíos.
to put on
[Verbo]

to stage a play, a show, etc. for an audience

presentar, montar

presentar, montar

Ex: Can you believe they put such an amazing concert on with just a week's notice?¿Puedes creer que **organizaron** un concierto tan increíble con solo una semana de anticipación?
liberty
[Sustantivo]

the right to act or be governed without unfair or oppressive control, often referring to freedom from external authority or interference

libertad, independencia

libertad, independencia

Ex: The nation ’s liberty was threatened by foreign invasion .La **libertad** de la nación estaba amenazada por una invasión extranjera.
to lecture
[Verbo]

to give a formal talk or presentation to teach someone or a group

dar una conferencia, impartir una clase

dar una conferencia, impartir una clase

Ex: The expert lectures annually at the symposium on cybersecurity .El experto **da conferencias** anualmente en el simposio sobre ciberseguridad.
dense
[Adjetivo]

containing plenty of things or people in a small space

denso

denso

Ex: She found the dense urban area overwhelming after living in the countryside .Encontró el área urbana **densa** abrumadora después de vivir en el campo.
triumph
[Sustantivo]

a great victory, success, or achievement gained through struggle

triunfó

triunfó

Ex: The peaceful resolution of the conflict was seen as a triumph of diplomacy and negotiation .La resolución pacífica del conflicto fue vista como un **triunfo** de la diplomacia y la negociación.
to refer
[Verbo]

to mention something or someone particularly in speech or writing

mencionar, referirse a

mencionar, referirse a

Ex: When discussing the project, the manager referred to specific milestones that needed to be achieved.Al discutir el proyecto, el gerente **se refirió** a hitos específicos que necesitaban ser alcanzados.
stoicism
[Sustantivo]

an ancient Greek philosophy that values virtue and encourages living in harmony with nature's divine Reason

estoicismo

estoicismo

Ex: By learning to distinguish between what is and is n't within our control , stoicism provides tools for inner peace .Al aprender a distinguir entre lo que está y no está bajo nuestro control, el **estoicismo** proporciona herramientas para la paz interior.
practical
[Adjetivo]

(of a method, idea, or plan) likely to be successful or effective

práctico

práctico

Ex: She offered a practical solution to the problem that could be implemented immediately .Ella ofreció una solución **práctica** al problema que podría implementarse de inmediato.
appealing
[Adjetivo]

pleasing and likely to arouse interest or desire

atractivo, atrayente

atractivo, atrayente

Ex: His rugged good looks and charismatic personality made him appealing to both men and women alike.Su apariencia ruda y su personalidad carismática lo hacían **atractivo** tanto para hombres como para mujeres.
amazingly
[Adverbio]

in a way that is extremely well or impressive

increíblemente

increíblemente

Ex: The singer 's voice resonated amazingly throughout the concert hall .La voz del cantante resonó **increíblemente** por todo el salón de conciertos.
access
[Sustantivo]

the right or opportunity to use something or benefit from it

acceso

acceso

Ex: The new software update improved access to online banking features for customers .La nueva actualización del software mejoró el **acceso** a las funciones de banca en línea para los clientes.
stoic
[Sustantivo]

a member of the ancient Greek school of philosophy founded by Zeno

estoico, seguidor del estoicismo

estoico, seguidor del estoicismo

principle
[Sustantivo]

a fundamental belief or guideline based on what is morally right that influences one's actions and decisions

principio

principio

Ex: Honesty is a key principle in his approach to both business and personal relationships .La **honestidad** es un principio clave en su enfoque hacia los negocios y las relaciones personales.
unshakable
[Adjetivo]

firm in a way that cannot be destroyed or changed

inquebrantable,  firme

inquebrantable, firme

key
[Sustantivo]

a crucial factor in achieving or understanding something

clave, factor clave

clave, factor clave

Ex: His generosity was the key to helping the community thrive .Su generosidad fue la **clave** para ayudar a la comunidad a prosperar.
virtue
[Sustantivo]

a positive moral quality or admirable trait in a person

virtud

virtud

Ex: Many cultures teach that humility is a key virtue.Muchas culturas enseñan que la humildad es una **virtud** clave.
in turn
[Adverbio]

in a sequential manner, referring to actions or events occurring in a specific order

por turnos, sucesivamente

por turnos, sucesivamente

Ex: The guests spoke in turn during the panel discussion .Los invitados hablaron **por turnos** durante el panel de discusión.
conscious
[Adjetivo]

done with purpose

deliberado, consciente

deliberado, consciente

Ex: The company took conscious measures to improve safety standards .La empresa tomó medidas **conscientes** para mejorar los estándares de seguridad.
external
[Adjetivo]

relating to a source outside a specific situation or context

externo, exterior

externo, exterior

Ex: The government implemented measures to attract external investment and boost economic growth .El gobierno implementó medidas para atraer inversión **externa** y impulsar el crecimiento económico.
renowned
[Adjetivo]

famous and admired by many people

renombrado, famoso

renombrado, famoso

Ex: The renowned author 's novels have been translated into numerous languages .Las novelas del autor **renombrado** han sido traducidas a numerosos idiomas.
ardent
[Adjetivo]

showing a great amount of eagerness

ferviente, apasionado

ferviente, apasionado

Ex: His ardent commitment to fitness motivated everyone at the gym .Su **ardiente compromiso** con el fitness motivó a todos en el gimnasio.
consoling
[Adjetivo]

affording comfort or solace

consolador,  reconfortante

consolador, reconfortante

economist
[Sustantivo]

a professional who studies and analyzes economic theories, trends, and data to provide insights into economic issues

economista

economista

Ex: The Nobel Prize in Economics was awarded to the economist for his contributions to game theory .El Premio Nobel de Economía fue otorgado al **economista** por sus contribuciones a la teoría de juegos.
capitalism
[Sustantivo]

an economic and political system in which industry, businesses, and properties belong to the private sector rather than the government

capitalismo

capitalismo

Ex: The collapse of the socialist regimes in Eastern Europe marked a shift towards capitalism in those countries .El colapso de los regímenes socialistas en Europa del Este marcó un cambio hacia el **capitalismo** en esos países.
former
[Adjetivo]

(of a person) having filled a specific status or position in an earlier period

antiguo

antiguo

Ex: The former mayor attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new library.El **ex** alcalde asistió a la ceremonia de inauguración de la nueva biblioteca.
to compare
[Verbo]

to state or describe how two things or persons are similar

comparar

comparar

Ex: The book compared modern technology to early innovations in communication .El libro **comparó** la tecnología moderna con las primeras innovaciones en comunicación.
prime minister
[Sustantivo]

the head of government in parliamentary democracies, who is responsible for leading the government and making important decisions on policies and law-making

primer ministro, jefe de gobierno

primer ministro, jefe de gobierno

Ex: The Prime Minister's term in office ended after a successful vote of no confidence in Parliament.El mandato del **Primer Ministro** terminó después de un voto de no confianza exitoso en el Parlamento.

referring to the period or duration during which something happens, develops, or takes place

en el curso de, durante

en el curso de, durante

Ex: He learned a lot in the course of his studies .Aprendió mucho **en el transcurso de** sus estudios.
profound
[Adjetivo]

showing the intensity or greatness of something

profundo

profundo

Ex: His profound respect for the artist was evident in the way he spoke about their work with such deep admiration .Su **profundo** respeto por el artista era evidente en la forma en que hablaba de su trabajo con tanta admiración.

a psychotherapy that targets negative thoughts and behaviors to address mental health issues

terapia cognitivo-conductual, TCC

terapia cognitivo-conductual, TCC

Ex: Cognitive behavioral therapy can be conducted in individual or group settings , and often includes homework assignments to practice new skills outside of sessions .La **terapia cognitivo-conductual** se puede realizar en entornos individuales o grupales, y a menudo incluye tareas para practicar nuevas habilidades fuera de las sesiones.
to treat
[Verbo]

to provide medical care such as medicine or therapy to heal injuries, illnesses, or wounds and make someone better

tratar

tratar

Ex: Dermatologists may recommend creams or ointments to treat skin conditions .Los dermatólogos pueden recomendar cremas o ungüentos para **tratar** afecciones de la piel.

to gain the power to make decisions in a situation

Ex: The driver took control of the car just in time.
irrational
[Adjetivo]

not based on reason or logic

irracional

irracional

Ex: She had an irrational dislike for certain foods without any real reason .Ella tenía una aversión **irracional** por ciertos alimentos sin ninguna razón real.
faulty
[Adjetivo]

not functioning correctly or failing to meet proper standards

incorrecto

incorrecto

Ex: His faulty interpretation of the data led to the wrong results .Su interpretación **defectuosa** de los datos condujo a los resultados incorrectos.
symptom
[Sustantivo]

a change in the normal condition of the body of a person, which is the sign of a disease

síntoma

síntoma

Ex: She visited the doctor because of severe headaches , a symptom she could n't ignore .Ella visitó al médico debido a fuertes dolores de cabeza, un **síntoma** que no podía ignorar.
resilience
[Sustantivo]

the ability to recover from difficult situations

resiliencia

resiliencia

Ex: After the accident , the soldier ’s resilience inspired his family and friends to support him in his recovery journey .Después del accidente, la **resiliencia** del soldado inspiró a su familia y amigos a apoyarlo en su viaje de recuperación.
state of mind
[Sustantivo]

the state of a person's cognitive processes

estado de ánimo, disposición mental

estado de ánimo, disposición mental

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

vencer

vencer

Ex: Athletes overcome injuries by undergoing rehabilitation and persistent training .Los atletas **superan** las lesiones al someterse a rehabilitación y entrenamiento persistente.
setback
[Sustantivo]

a problem that gets in the way of a process or makes it worse

revés

revés

Ex: After facing several setbacks, they finally completed the renovation of their home .Después de enfrentar varios **contratiempos**, finalmente completaron la renovación de su hogar.
obstacle
[Sustantivo]

an intangible difficulty or challenge that must be overcome

obstáculo

obstáculo

Ex: The heavy snowstorm created an obstacle for travelers trying to reach the airport .Enfrentó varios **obstáculos** personales antes de terminar el curso.
relevant
[Adjetivo]

appropriate, important, or connected to the current time, situation, or context, often reflecting modern interests or concerns

pertinente, relevante

pertinente, relevante

Ex: Staying relevant in a competitive market requires businesses to embrace innovation and change .Mantenerse **relevante** en un mercado competitivo requiere que las empresas adopten la innovación y el cambio.
root
[Sustantivo]

the primary cause of something

raíz

raíz

Ex: The company conducted a thorough analysis to determine the root of the financial problems affecting their performance .La empresa realizó un análisis exhaustivo para determinar la **raíz** de los problemas financieros que afectan su desempeño.
considerable
[Adjetivo]

large in quantity, extent, or degree

considerable, importante

considerable, importante

Ex: She accumulated a considerable amount of vacation time over the years .Ella acumuló una cantidad **considerable** de tiempo de vacaciones a lo largo de los años.
to master
[Verbo]

to learn to perform or use a skill or ability thoroughly and completely

dominar

dominar

Ex: The athlete mastered her routine , making it flawless in the competition .La atleta **dominó** su rutina, haciéndola impecable en la competencia.
fame
[Sustantivo]

a state of being widely known or recognized, usually because of notable achievements, talents, or actions

fama, celebridad

fama, celebridad

Ex: Her fame as an author was cemented with the release of her bestselling novel .Su **fama** como autora se consolidó con el lanzamiento de su novela más vendida.
disciplined
[Adjetivo]

having devoted a lot of time and effort into learning necessary skills for a particular field or activity

disciplinado, riguroso

disciplinado, riguroso

Ex: The disciplined artist spends hours perfecting their craft , striving for excellence in every piece .El artista **disciplinado** pasa horas perfeccionando su arte, esforzándose por la excelencia en cada pieza.
principled
[Adjetivo]

behaving in a manner that shows one's high moral standards

de principios

de principios

Ex: Even in difficult situations, he stayed principled, ensuring that his actions aligned with his values.Incluso en situaciones difíciles, se mantuvo **principista**, asegurando que sus acciones estuvieran alineadas con sus valores.

to be understood and have a strong impact or relevance

resonar, tener eco

resonar, tener eco

Ex: Her struggles resonate with many young adults trying to find their way in life .Sus luchas **resuenan** con muchos jóvenes adultos que intentan encontrar su camino en la vida.
appeal
[Sustantivo]

the attraction and allure that makes one interesting

atractivo

atractivo

Ex: The scenic beauty of the beach enhances its appeal.La belleza escénica de la playa realza su **atractivo**.
to found
[Verbo]

to build or establish something based on a specific principle, idea, or belief

fundar, establecer

fundar, establecer

Ex: The company’s mission was founded on customer satisfaction and trust.La misión de la empresa se **fundó** en la satisfacción y confianza del cliente.
essential
[Adjetivo]

very necessary for a particular purpose or situation

esencial, imprescindible

esencial, imprescindible

Ex: Safety equipment is essential for workers in hazardous environments .El equipo de seguridad es **esencial** para los trabajadores en entornos peligrosos.
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