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Vocabolario dell'America Settentrionale e Centrale - Nicaragua

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North and Central America Vocabulary
volcano
volcano
[sostantivo]

a mountain with an opening on its top, from which melted rock and ash can be pushed out into the air

vulcano

vulcano

Ex: Earthquakes often occur near active volcanoes. 

I terremoti spesso si verificano vicino a vulcani attivi.

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freshwater
freshwater
[aggettivo]

living in or taken from water that does not contain salt

d’acqua dolce

d’acqua dolce

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shark
shark
[sostantivo]

a large sea fish with a pointed fin on its back and very sharp teeth

selachimorpha, squalo

selachimorpha, squalo

Ex: The shark's sharp teeth help it catch and eat its prey. 

I denti affilati dello squalo lo aiutano a catturare e mangiare la sua preda.

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island
island
[sostantivo]

a piece of land surrounded by water

isola

isola

Ex: We witnessed sea turtles nesting on the shores of the island. 
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visitor
visitor
[sostantivo]

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

visitatore

visitatore

Ex: As a tourist destination, the city attracts millions of visitors each year, eager to explore its attractions and culture. 
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crater
crater
[sostantivo]

the round top of a volcano

cratere

cratere

Ex: The volcanic crater was filled with lava that glowed orange at night. 

Il cratere vulcanico era pieno di lava che di notte brillava di arancione.

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lava
lava
[sostantivo]

a substance from the inner layers of the earth which is erupted out of a volcanic mountain

lava

lava

Ex: Scientists study lava samples to understand the composition of the Earth's interior. 

Gli scienziati studiano campioni di lava per comprendere la composizione dell'interno della Terra.

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rainforest
rainforest
[sostantivo]

‌a thick, tropical forest with tall trees and consistently heavy rainfall

foresta pluviale

foresta pluviale

Ex: The rainforest is home to many indigenous communities. 

La foresta pluviale è la casa di molte comunità indigene.

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jaguar
jaguar
[sostantivo]

a large wild animal belonging to the cat family with a yellow fur covered with black spots, native to Central and South America

giaguaro

giaguaro

Ex: The elusive jaguar is a master of ambush, patiently waiting for the perfect moment to strike. 
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indigenous
indigenous
[aggettivo]

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

indigeno,  autoctono

indigeno, autoctono

Ex: Many indigenous languages are at risk of disappearing, prompting efforts to preserve and revitalize them. 

Molte lingue indigene sono a rischio di scomparsa, il che stimola gli sforzi per preservarle e rivitalizzarle.

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explorer
explorer
[sostantivo]

a person who visits unknown places to find out more about them

esploratore

esploratore

Ex: She dreamed of becoming an explorer and traveling to remote islands. 

Sognava di diventare un esploratore e di viaggiare verso isole remote.

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to gain
to gain
[Verbo]

to obtain something through one's own actions or hard work

ottenere

ottenere

Ex: He gained a reputation as a reliable leader by effectively managing his team through challenging projects. 
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independence
independence
[sostantivo]

the state of being free from the control of others

indipendenza

indipendenza

Ex: Many people strive for independence in their careers, seeking self-sufficiency. 
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volcanic eruption
volcanic eruption
[sostantivo]

the sudden release of lava, gases, and ash from a volcano

eruzione vulcanica

eruzione vulcanica

Ex: A volcanic eruption can significantly alter the landscape. 

Un'eruzione vulcanica può alterare significativamente il paesaggio.

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marimba
marimba
[sostantivo]

a percussion instrument with a set of wooden bars in different lengths mounted on a frame, played with a yarn or mallets

marimba

marimba

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salsa
salsa
[sostantivo]

a Latin dance with rhythmic movements, intricate footwork, and hip movements, typically danced in pairs to salsa music

salsa, ballo salsa

salsa, ballo salsa

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merengue
merengue
[sostantivo]

a lively couple dance or its music that is originated in the Dominican Republic and Haiti, popular all over the Latin America

merengue

merengue

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folk song
folk song
[sostantivo]

a song that is part of the tradition of a region or community, with a simple form and melody, developed by ordinary people

canzone popolare

canzone popolare

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pottery
pottery
[sostantivo]

pots, dishes, etc. that are made of clay by hand and then baked in a kiln to be hardened

ceramica

ceramica

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pork
pork
[sostantivo]

meat from a pig, eaten as food

carne di maiale

carne di maiale

Ex: The recipe called for marinating the pork chops in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, and ginger before grilling. 

La ricetta prevedeva di marinare le costolette di maiale in una miscela di salsa di soia, aglio e zenzero prima di grigliarle.

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cabbage
cabbage
[sostantivo]

a large round vegetable with thick white, green or purple leaves, eaten raw or cooked

cavolo

cavolo

Ex: The recipe called for a head of cabbage, which was sautéed with garlic and spices for a flavorful side dish. 

La ricetta richiedeva una testa di cavolo, che è stata saltata con aglio e spezie per un contorno saporito.

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crop
crop
[sostantivo]

a plant that is grown for food over large areas of land

coltura

coltura

Ex: The region is known for its crop of apples, which are exported worldwide. 
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highland
highland
[sostantivo]

land with mountains or hills

regione montuosa

regione montuosa

Ex: The Scottish Highlands boast breathtaking landscapes of rugged mountains, pristine lochs, and rolling hills. 

Le Highlands scozzesi vantano paesaggi mozzafiato di montagne aspre, laghi incontaminati e colline ondulate.

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poverty
poverty
[sostantivo]

the condition of lacking enough money or income to afford basic needs like food, clothing, etc.

povertà

povertà

Ex: The charity focuses on providing food and shelter to those living in poverty. 
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healthcare
healthcare
[sostantivo]

the health services and treatments given to people

servizio sanitario

servizio sanitario

Ex: Advances in technology have revolutionized modern healthcare, making treatments more effective and accessible. 

I progressi nella tecnologia hanno rivoluzionato l'assistenza sanitaria moderna, rendendo i trattamenti più efficaci e accessibili.

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deforestation
deforestation
[sostantivo]

the extensive removal of forests, typically causing environmental damage

deforestazione

deforestazione

Ex: Activists are protesting against companies responsible for massive deforestation. 

Gli attivisti stanno protestando contro le aziende responsabili della deforestazione massiccia.

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colonial
colonial
[aggettivo]

relating to a colony, colonial rule, or colonialism

coloniale

coloniale

Ex: Colonial policies profoundly affected local trade and agriculture. 
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cobblestone
cobblestone
[sostantivo]

the small, rounded stones used historically for paving streets and paths

ciottolo, pietra di selciato

ciottolo, pietra di selciato

Ex: The cobblestones were slippery when wet. 

I ciottoli erano scivolosi quando bagnati.

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tourist destination

a country, city, or area with places or activities that attracts many visitors and tourists

destinazione turistica

destinazione turistica

Ex: The travel guide listed several off-the-beaten-path tourist destinations that are perfect for adventure seekers. 

La guida di viaggio ha elencato diverse destinazioni turistiche fuori dai sentieri battuti che sono perfette per chi cerca avventure.

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environment
environment
[sostantivo]

the natural world around us where people, animals, and plants live

ambiente

ambiente

Ex: The melting polar ice caps are a clear sign of changes in our environment. 
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to cut down

to cut through something at its base in order to make it fall

tagliare qualcosa alla base per farlo cadere, abbattere un albero o struttura tagliandone la parte inferiore

tagliare qualcosa alla base per farlo cadere, abbattere un albero o struttura tagliandone la parte inferiore

Ex: The lumberjack skillfully cut down trees with powerful swings of his ax. 

Il boscaiolo ha abilmente abbattuto alberi con potenti colpi della sua ascia.

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to found
to found
[Verbo]

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

fondare

fondare

Ex: She founded a charity to support local families. 
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shore
shore
[sostantivo]

the land along the edge of a sea, lake, river, or other body of water

riva

riva

Ex: Daniel sat on the shore and watched the sun set over the lake. 
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surrounding
surrounding
[aggettivo]

existing or situated all around something or someone

circostante, limitrofo

circostante, limitrofo

Ex: The surrounding neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. 

Il quartiere circostante era tranquillo e pacifico.

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to [stand] the test of time

to remain strong, valuable, or effective over a long period, despite changes or challenges

tempo di resistenza

tempo di resistenza

Ex: The story of Romeo and Juliet has stood the test of time as one of the most famous love tales. 
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to remain
to remain
[Verbo]

to stay in the same state or condition

rimanere

rimanere

Ex: Even after the renovations, some traces of the original architecture will remain intact. 
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charming
charming
[aggettivo]

(of a place) having a pleasant appearance and atmosphere

incantevole, affascinante

incantevole, affascinante

Ex: The town is known for its charming architecture and friendly locals. 

La città è conosciuta per la sua architettura incantevole e gli abitanti amichevoli.

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community
community
[sostantivo]

a group of people who live in the same area

comunità

comunità

Ex: They moved to a new city and quickly became involved in their new community. 
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to soak
to soak
[Verbo]

to put something in a liquid for a period of time to allow it to absorb or become saturated

immergere, mettere a bagno

immergere, mettere a bagno

Ex: He soaked the wooden plank in water to prevent it from drying out. 
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to steam
to steam
[Verbo]

to cook using the steam of boiling water

esalare vapore

esalare vapore

Ex: Instead of boiling, I like to steam my rice to achieve a fluffy texture. 
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