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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Académico - Prueba 3 - Escucha - Parte 2

Aprende vocabulario del Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic, Test 3 Listening Part 2, y repasa palabras y expresiones útiles de esta sección del examen de práctica.

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Cambridge IELTS 15 - Academic
scheme
scheme
[Sustantivo]

an organized and carefully planned course of action

plan, proyecto

plan, proyecto

Ex: The city council approved a housing scheme. 
resident
resident
[Sustantivo]

a person who lives in a particular place, usually on a long-term basis

residente

residente

Ex: Residents of the neighborhood formed a community watch program to improve safety. 
to close off

to restrict or block access to a particular area or passage

cerrar el acceso a una zona, bloquear un paso o zona

cerrar el acceso a una zona, bloquear un paso o zona

Ex: Authorities had to close the park off temporarily for maintenance and repairs. 

Las autoridades tuvieron que cerrar temporalmente el parque por mantenimiento y reparaciones.

to catch on

(of a concept, trend, or idea) to become popular

ponerse de moda

ponerse de moda

Ex: She introduced a unique fashion style that caught on, inspiring many to adopt a similar look. 

Ella introdujo un estilo de moda único que prendió, inspirando a muchos a adoptar un look similar.

toddler
toddler
[Sustantivo]

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

niño pequeño

niño pequeño

Ex: The daycare center had a special play area designed for toddlers. 

La guardería tenía un área de juegos especial diseñada para niños pequeños.

to campaign

to actively support or promote a particular cause, idea, or belief, often through organized efforts, advocacy, or public engagement

hacer campaña

hacer campaña

Ex: He campaigned for the new policy, meeting with community leaders and gathering petitions. 
up and running
up and running
[Adjetivo]

functioning correctly after being started or repaired

operativo, funcionando

operativo, funcionando

Ex: After the power outage, the office is up and running again. 

Después del apagón, la oficina está funcionando nuevamente.

to block off

to prevent entry or access by placing a barrier

bloquear con una barrera, impedir la entrada o el acceso

bloquear con una barrera, impedir la entrada o el acceso

Ex: The organizers had to block off the backstage area. 

Los organizadores tuvieron que bloquear el área del backstage.

council
council
[Sustantivo]

a group of elected people who govern a city, town, etc.

concejo municipal

concejo municipal

Ex: The council members debated the housing plan. 
motorist
motorist
[Sustantivo]

someone who drives a car or other motor vehicle

automovilista, conductor

automovilista, conductor

Ex: He helped a fellow motorist jump-start a dead battery. 

Ayudó a un conductor a arrancar una batería descargada.

absolutely
absolutely
[interjección]

used to show complete agreement

absolutamente, totalmente

absolutamente, totalmente

Ex: "Is she qualified for the role?"  "Absolutely!" 

"¿Está cualificada para el papel?" "Absolutamente!"

demand
demand
[Sustantivo]

costumer's need or desire for specific goods or services

demanda

demanda

Ex: During the holiday season, there is a surge in demand for toys and electronics. 
to [give] {sth} a go

to make an attempt at doing or trying something, often with the intent of testing one's abilities or exploring a new experience

Ex: Don't be afraid to give public speaking a go; you might surprise yourself. 
to complain

to express your annoyance, unhappiness, or dissatisfaction about something

quejarse

quejarse

Ex: Instead of complaining, try to find constructive solutions to the challenges you face. 
minority
minority
[Sustantivo]

the smaller in number or less dominant part of a group or two parts

minoría

minoría

Ex: The minority of students preferred the new curriculum, while the majority opposed it. 
on the whole
on the whole
[Adverbio]

used to provide a general assessment of a situation

en general, globalmente

en general, globalmente

Ex: On the whole, the company's performance has improved significantly over the past year. 

En general, el desempeño de la empresa ha mejorado significativamente en el último año.

supportive
supportive
[Adjetivo]

giving encouragement or providing help

de apoyo, comprensivo

de apoyo, comprensivo

Ex: The manager was known for creating a supportive work environment where employees felt valued and empowered to succeed. 

El gerente era conocido por crear un ambiente de trabajo de apoyo donde los empleados se sentían valorados y empoderados para triunfar.

fresh air
fresh air
[Sustantivo]

clean and natural air from outside that feels good to breathe

aire fresco, aire puro

aire fresco, aire puro

Ex: Going outside for fresh air can help clear your mind. 

Salir a tomar aire fresco puede ayudar a despejar tu mente.

to stare
to stare
[Verbo]

to look at someone or something without moving the eyes or blinking, usually for a while, and often without showing any expression

mirar fijamente, quedarse mirando

mirar fijamente, quedarse mirando

Ex: The student is staring at the math problem, trying to solve it. 
to supervise

to watch over a person or group in order to maintain order or ensure proper behavior

vigilar

vigilar

Ex: Security staff supervised the visitors entering the restricted area. 
extended family
extended family
[Sustantivo]

a large family group consisting of parents and children that might also include grandparents, aunts, or uncles

familia extendida

familia extendida

Ex: During the holidays, the extended family gathers at the grandparents' house for a big feast. 

Durante las vacaciones, la familia extendida se reúne en la casa de los abuelos para un gran banquete.

to move on
to move on
[Verbo]

to transition or shift to a different topic or activity

pasar a, seguir adelante

pasar a, seguir adelante

Ex: She quickly moved on to the next chapter after finishing the introductory section. 

Ella rápidamente pasó al siguiente capítulo después de terminar la sección introductoria.

related
related
[Adjetivo]

connected logically, causally, or by shared characteristics

relacionado, vinculado

relacionado, vinculado

Ex: The issues are related, and solving one may help address the other. 

Los problemas están relacionados, y resolver uno puede ayudar a abordar el otro.

experiment
experiment
[Sustantivo]

the process of testing or trying out a new idea

experimento, prueba

experimento, prueba

Ex: Researchers carried out an experiment to compare techniques. 
to persuade

to make a person do something through reasoning or other methods

convencer

convencer

Ex: During the business negotiation, the salesperson tried to persuade the client to agree to a favorable deal. 
to run
to run
[Verbo]

(of means of transportation) to make a scheduled and regular journey along a specific route

circular, hacer el recorrido

circular, hacer el recorrido

Ex: The cable car runs up the mountain, providing breathtaking views of the landscape. 
sales
sales
[Sustantivo]

the total amount of income a company, store, etc. makes from the sales of goods or services over a specific period of time

ventas

ventas

Ex: The annual sales event attracted hundreds of shoppers looking for great discounts. 
sense
sense
[Sustantivo]

an overall, conscious recognition or understanding of a situation, feeling, or environment

sentido, sensación

sentido, sensación

Ex: There was a sense of unease in the room as they awaited the verdict. 
independence
independence
[Sustantivo]

the state of being free from the control of others

independencia

independencia

Ex: She valued her independence and preferred to make decisions on her own. 
atmosphere
atmosphere
[Sustantivo]

the mood or feeling of a particular environment, especially one created by art, music, or decor

ambiente, atmósfera

ambiente, atmósfera

Ex: The party had a festive atmosphere with colorful decorations and lively music. 
noise pollution
noise pollution
[Sustantivo]

any unwanted or excessive sound that may cause harm or disturbance to human or animal life

contaminación acústica, polución sonora

contaminación acústica, polución sonora

Ex: The government introduced new laws to reduce noise pollution. 

El gobierno introdujo nuevas leyes para reducir la contaminación acústica.

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