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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Académico - Prueba 1 - Audición - Parte 2

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
according to
[Preposición]

in regard to what someone has said or written

según

según

Ex: According to historical records , the building was constructed in the early 1900s .**Según** los registros históricos, el edificio fue construido a principios del siglo XX.
competitor
[Sustantivo]

a person, organization, country, etc. that engages in commercial competition with others

competidor

competidor

Ex: The small business struggled to stand out among its larger competitors.La pequeña empresa luchó por destacarse entre sus **competidores** más grandes.

to make sure that something will occur

garantizar

garantizar

Ex: Adequate funding guarantees that the project will be completed on time and within budget .Una financiación adecuada **garantiza** que el proyecto se completará a tiempo y dentro del presupuesto.

with very little time to prepare or respond to something

Ex: Flights were rescheduled at a moment's notice after the storm.
former
[Adjetivo]

referring to the previous state or condition of an object, organization, or place, which has since changed

antiguo

antiguo

Ex: The former manufacturing plant has been converted into a modern art gallery.La **antigua** planta de fabricación se ha convertido en una galería de arte moderno.
to found
[Verbo]

to create or establish an organization or place, especially by providing the finances

fundar

fundar

Ex: They found a research institute dedicated to environmental conservation .Ellos **fundaron** un instituto de investigación dedicado a la conservación del medio ambiente.
owner
[Sustantivo]

a person, entity, or organization that possesses, controls, or has legal rights to something

dueño, propietario

dueño, propietario

Ex: The software owner is responsible for maintaining and updating the application .El **propietario** del software es responsable de mantener y actualizar la aplicación.
to set up
[Verbo]

to establish a fresh entity, such as a company, system, or organization

establecer

establecer

Ex: After months of planning and coordination , the entrepreneurs finally set up their own software development company in the heart of the city .Después de meses de planificación y coordinación, los empresarios finalmente **establecieron** su propia empresa de desarrollo de software en el corazón de la ciudad.

to try to persuade someone to do, eat, or buy something specific

persuadir

persuadir

Ex: The marketing team worked hard to interest consumers in the new product , creating engaging campaigns to highlight its advantages .El equipo de marketing trabajó duro para **interesar** a los consumidores en el nuevo producto, creando campañas atractivas para resaltar sus ventajas.
to compete
[Verbo]

to try to achieve a better result compared to that of other people or things

competir

competir

Ex: Students compete to get the highest grades in the class .Los estudiantes **compiten** para obtener las calificaciones más altas de la clase.

to use something as a basis for further development

construir sobre, basarse en

construir sobre, basarse en

Ex: The team aims to build on the strengths identified in the analysis .El equipo tiene como objetivo **construir sobre** las fortalezas identificadas en el análisis.
rail
[Sustantivo]

a system of tracks for trains

rail

rail

destination
[Sustantivo]

the place where someone or something is headed

destino

destino

Ex: The train departed from New York City , with Chicago as its final destination.El tren salió de la ciudad de Nueva York, con Chicago como su **destino** final.
fascinating
[Adjetivo]

extremely interesting or captivating

fascinante

fascinante

Ex: The magician 's tricks are fascinating to watch , leaving audiences spellbound .Los trucos del mago son **fascinantes** de ver, dejando al público hechizado.
ferry
[Sustantivo]

a boat or ship used to transport passengers and sometimes vehicles, usually across a body of water

ferry

ferry

Ex: The ferry operates daily , connecting the two towns across the river .El **ferry** opera diariamente, conectando los dos pueblos a través del río.
to cover
[Verbo]

(of a sum of money) to be adequate to pay for a particular cost or expense

cubrir, pagar

cubrir, pagar

Ex: Her salary barely covers the rent for her apartment .Su salario apenas **cubre** el alquiler de su apartamento.
organized
[Adjetivo]

arranged in a structured and efficient manner, particularly on a larger scale

organizado, estructurado

organizado, estructurado

Ex: The organized layout of the website facilitated smooth navigation for users .El diseño **organizado** del sitio web facilitó una navegación fluida para los usuarios.
incidentally
[Adverbio]

used to introduce a different or unrelated topic

a propósito, por cierto

a propósito, por cierto

Ex: I hope the weather stays nice for the weekend .Incidentally, are you free on Sunday ?Espero que el clima se mantenga agradable para el fin de semana. **Por cierto**, ¿estás libre el domingo?
to book
[Verbo]

to reserve a specific thing such as a seat, ticket, hotel room, etc.

reservar

reservar

Ex: We should book our seats for the movie premiere as soon as possible to avoid missing out .Deberíamos **reservar** nuestros asientos para el estreno de la película lo antes posible para no perderlos.
in advance
[Adverbio]

prior to a particular time or event

de antemano

de antemano

Ex: He always prepares his meals in advance to save time during the busy workweek .Siempre prepara sus comidas **con antelación** para ahorrar tiempo durante la semana laboral ocupada.
supplement
[Sustantivo]

a separate section, usually in the form of a colored magazine, sold with a newspaper

suplemento

suplemento

Ex: The holiday edition of the newspaper includes a festive supplement with gift guides , recipes , and seasonal features .La edición navideña del periódico incluye un **suplemento** festivo con guías de regalos, recetas y características de temporada.
alternative
[Adjetivo]

available as an option for something else

alternativa

alternativa

Ex: The alternative method saved them a lot of time .El método **alternativo** les ahorró mucho tiempo.
administrative
[Adjetivo]

related to the management and organization of tasks, processes, or resources within an organization or system

administrativo

administrativo

Ex: Administrative procedures streamline workflow and improve efficiency in the workplace .Los procedimientos **administrativos** agilizan el flujo de trabajo y mejoran la eficiencia en el lugar de trabajo.
fee
[Sustantivo]

the money that is paid to a professional or an organization for their services

tasa

tasa

Ex: There 's an additional fee if you require expedited shipping for your order .Hay un **cargo** adicional si requiere envío exprés para su pedido.

to be formed from particular parts or things

consistir en

consistir en

Ex: The success of the recipe largely consists of the unique combination of spices used .El éxito de la receta **consiste en** gran medida en la combinación única de especias utilizadas.
in time
[Adverbio]

without being late or delayed

a tiempo, a su debido tiempo

a tiempo, a su debido tiempo

Ex: He left early to be in time for the appointment .Salió temprano para estar **a tiempo** para la cita.
harbor
[Sustantivo]

a sheltered area of water along the coast where ships, boats, and other vessels can anchor safely, typically protected from rough seas by natural or artificial barriers

puerto

puerto

Ex: They built a new marina in the harbor to accommodate more yachts .Construyeron una nueva marina en el **puerto** para acomodar más yates.
coach
[Sustantivo]

a bus with comfortable seats that carries many passengers, used for long journeys

autobús, autocar

autobús, autocar

Ex: He preferred traveling by coach for long distances because of the extra legroom .Él prefería viajar en **autocar** para largas distancias debido al espacio adicional para las piernas.
to claim
[Verbo]

to say that something is the case without providing proof for it

asegurar

asegurar

Ex: Right now , the marketing campaign is actively claiming the product to be the best in the market .En este momento, la campaña de marketing **afirma** activamente que el producto es el mejor del mercado.
functioning
[Adjetivo]

operating or working as intended

funcional, operativo

funcional, operativo

Ex: After the updates, the software is fully functioning again.Después de las actualizaciones, el software está **funcionando** completamente de nuevo.

to have origins or existence that extends to a specific earlier time

remontarse a, datarse en

remontarse a, datarse en

Ex: The historic mansion 's construction dates back to the early 19th century .La construcción de la mansión histórica **se remonta** a principios del siglo XIX.
surviving
[Adjetivo]

still in existence

sobreviviente, existente

sobreviviente, existente

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.
leisurely
[Adjetivo]

carried out in a relaxed and unhurried manner

tranquilo y relajado

tranquilo y relajado

Ex: The leisurely bike ride along the country roads was a pleasant way to spend the day .El paseo en bicicleta **tranquilo** por los caminos rurales fue una manera placentera de pasar el día.
promenade
[Sustantivo]

a public area set aside as a pedestrian walk

paseo

paseo

horse-drawn
[Adjetivo]

pulled or powered by a horse or horses

tirado por caballos, de tracción animal

tirado por caballos, de tracción animal

Ex: The museum displayed an antique horse-drawn fire engine .El museo exhibió un antiguo camión de bomberos **tirado por caballos**.
tram
[Sustantivo]

a vehicle that is powered by electricity and moves on rails in a street, used for transporting passengers

tranvía

tranvía

Ex: The tram stopped at each designated station , allowing passengers to board and alight efficiently .El **tranvía** se detuvo en cada estación designada, permitiendo a los pasajeros subir y bajar eficientemente.
railway
[Sustantivo]

a system or network of tracks with the trains, organization, and people needed to operate them

ferrocarril, vía férrea

ferrocarril, vía férrea

spectacular
[Adjetivo]

extremely impressive and beautiful, often evoking awe or excitement

espectacular, impresionante

espectacular, impresionante

Ex: The concert ended with a spectacular light show .El concierto terminó con un **espectacular** espectáculo de luces.
pass
[Sustantivo]

a document or authorization that allows a person to enter, cross, or move through a restricted area

Ex: The city pass provided discounted admission to museums and attractions .
light
[Adjetivo]

requiring little effort or concentration

ligero, fácil

ligero, fácil

Ex: The teacher gave the students light homework for the weekend.El profesor les dio a los estudiantes una tarea **ligera** para el fin de semana.
highlight
[Sustantivo]

the most outstanding, enjoyable or exciting part of something

punto culminante, el clímax

punto culminante, el clímax

Ex: Winning the championship was the highlight of his career .Ganar el campeonato fue el **punto culminante** de su carrera.
steam
[Sustantivo]

the power generated from the vapor of the boiling water

vapor

vapor

headland
[Sustantivo]

a natural elevation (especially a rocky one that juts out into the sea)

promontorio, cabo

promontorio, cabo

(of a building) to have a view of something, particularly from above

dar a

dar a

Ex: The balcony of the restaurant overlooks the river , making it a popular dining spot .El balcón del restaurante **domina** el río, lo que lo convierte en un lugar popular para cenar.
medieval
[Adjetivo]

belonging or related to the Middle Ages, the period in European history from roughly the 5th to the 15th century

medieval

medieval

Ex: Medieval armor and weapons are displayed in the exhibit on chivalric knights .La armadura y las armas **medievales** se exhiben en la exposición sobre los caballeros de la caballería.
castle
[Sustantivo]

a large and strong building that is protected against attacks, in which the royal family lives

castillo

castillo

Ex: He dreamed of living in a fairytale castle overlooking the sea .Soñaba con vivir en un **castillo** de cuento de hadas con vistas al mar.
personal touch
[Sustantivo]

a small detail or action that makes something feel more friendly or thoughtful because it shows care or attention from a person

toque personal, detalle personal

toque personal, detalle personal

Ex: Adding a personal touch helps build trust.Añadir un **toque personal** ayuda a construir confianza.
heritage
[Sustantivo]

the customs, traditions, rituals, and behaviors that are inherited and preserved within a community or society over time

herencia, patrimonio

herencia, patrimonio

Ex: The city ’s heritage is reflected in its ancient buildings and festivals .El **patrimonio** de la ciudad se refleja en sus edificios antiguos y festivales.
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