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Il libro Headway - Intermedio - Unità 3

Qui troverai il vocabolario dell'Unità 3 del libro di corso Headway Intermediate, come "vitally", "knit", "unkempt", ecc.

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Headway - Intermediate
balance
[sostantivo]

the state of being steady or stable, where things are in proper proportion or harmony

equilibrio

equilibrio

Ex: She strives to keep her emotional balance during stressful times .
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to go
[Verbo]

to view a specific page or website

aprire

aprire

Ex: He went to the news website to stay informed about current events.È andato sul sito di notizie per rimanere informato sugli eventi attuali.
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social media
[sostantivo]

websites and applications enabling users to share content and build communities on their smartphones, computers, etc.

social media

social media

Ex: They discussed the impact of social media on society .Hanno discusso l'impatto dei **social media** sulla società.
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run
[sostantivo]

the act of moving on foot at a fast pace, often faster than walking, as a form of exercise or to travel a distance quickly

corsa

corsa

Ex: She went for a quick run around the park before breakfast .È andata a fare una **corsa** veloce nel parco prima di colazione.
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to watch
[Verbo]

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

guardare

guardare

Ex: I will watch the game tomorrow with my friends .Guarderò la partita domani con i miei amici.
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to sing
[Verbo]

to use one's voice in order to produce musical sounds in the form of a tune or song

cantare

cantare

Ex: The singer sang the blues with a lot of emotion .Il cantante ha **cantato** il blues con molta emozione.
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choir
[sostantivo]

a group of singers who perform together, particularly in religious ceremonies or in public

coro

coro

Ex: He sings in a community choir that performs classical choral music .Lui canta in un coro comunitario che esegue musica corale classica.
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to knit
[Verbo]

to create clothing, fabric, etc., typically from wool or thread, using a machine or a pair of long and thin needles

lavorare a maglia

lavorare a maglia

Ex: The warm mittens were knitted by hand for the cold season .I guanti caldi sono stati **lavorati** a mano per la stagione fredda.
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to sew
[Verbo]

to join two or more pieces of fabric or other materials together, often by using a needle and thread

cucire, unire

cucire, unire

Ex: Grandma loved to sew patches on her grandchildren 's backpacks to personalize them .La nonna amava **cucire** toppe sugli zaini dei suoi nipoti per personalizzarli.
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to go
[Verbo]

to travel or move from one location to another

andare

andare

Ex: Does this train go to the airport?Questo treno **va** all'aeroporto?
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gym
[sostantivo]

a place with special equipment that people go to exercise or play sports

palestra

palestra

Ex: I saw her lifting weights at the gym yesterday .L'ho vista sollevare pesi in **palestra** ieri.
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shopping
[sostantivo]

the act of buying goods from stores

spese

spese

Ex: They are planning a shopping trip this weekend .Stanno pianificando un viaggio **shopping** questo fine settimana.
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to do
[Verbo]

to perform an action that is not mentioned by name

fare

fare

Ex: Is there anything that I can do for you?C'è qualcosa che posso **fare** per te?
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the act of repairing, making, or doing things by oneself instead of paying a professional to do them

fai-da-te, bricolage

fai-da-te, bricolage

Ex: The satisfaction of completing a do-it-yourself project can be incredibly rewarding, knowing you accomplished something with your own hands.
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yoga
[sostantivo]

a system of physical exercises, including breath control and meditation, practiced to gain more control over your body and mind

yoga

yoga

Ex: Yoga is a great way to start the day .Lo **yoga** è un ottimo modo per iniziare la giornata.
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to play
[Verbo]

to enjoy yourself and do things for fun, like children

giocare

giocare

Ex: You 'll have to play in the playroom today .Dovrai **giocare** nella stanza dei giochi oggi.
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squash
[sostantivo]

a game that involves two or more players, hitting a rubber ball against the walls of a closed court by a racket

squash

squash

Ex: The objective of squash is to hit the ball against the front wall in a way that makes it difficult for the opponent to return .L'obiettivo del **squash** è colpire la palla contro la parete frontale in modo tale che sia difficile per l'avversario restituirla.
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water sport
[sostantivo]

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

sport acquatici

sport acquatici

Ex: Surfing is one of the most popular water sports worldwide .Il surf è uno degli **sport acquatici** più popolari al mondo.
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to cycle
[Verbo]

to ride or travel on a bicycle or motorbike

ciclo

ciclo

Ex: In the city , it 's common to see commuters cycling to avoid traffic and reach their destinations faster .In città, è comune vedere i pendolari **pedalare** per evitare il traffico e raggiungere più velocemente le loro destinazioni.
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camping
[sostantivo]

the activity of ‌living outdoors in a tent, camper, etc. on a vacation

campeggio

campeggio

Ex: We are planning a camping trip for the weekend .Stiamo pianificando un viaggio di **campeggio** per il fine settimana.
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computer game
[sostantivo]

a game designed to be played on a computer

gioco computer

gioco computer

Ex: The online store offers discounts on several classic computer games this week .Il negozio online offre sconti su diversi **giochi per computer** classici questa settimana.
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horse riding
[sostantivo]

a sport that involves riders performing specific tasks like jumping over obstacles or showcasing their skills on horseback

equitazione

equitazione

Ex: He injured his arm during a horse riding competition last year .Si è ferito al braccio durante una competizione di **equitazione** l'anno scorso.
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jogging
[sostantivo]

the sport or activity of running at a slow and steady pace

jogging

jogging

Ex: There's a group in my neighborhood that meets for jogging every Saturday.C'è un gruppo nel mio quartiere che si incontra per fare **jogging** ogni sabato.
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helmet
[sostantivo]

a hard hat worn by soldiers, bikers, etc. for protection

casco

casco

Ex: The astronaut secured her space helmet before stepping onto the launchpad.L'astronauta ha fissato il suo **casco** spaziale prima di salire sulla piattaforma di lancio.
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drill
[sostantivo]

a way of instruction through repetition and a lot of practice

trapano

trapano

Ex: Firefighters conducted an evacuation drill to prepare for emergencies .I vigili del fuoco hanno condotto un'esercitazione di evacuazione (**drill**) per prepararsi alle emergenze.
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meditation
[sostantivo]

the act or practice of concentrating on the mind and releasing negative energy or thoughts for religious reasons or for calming one's mind

meditazione

meditazione

Ex: David includes daily meditation in his spiritual routine for inner peace .David include la **meditazione** quotidiana nella sua routine spirituale per la pace interiore.
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trainer
[sostantivo]

a sports shoe with a rubber sole that is worn casually or for doing exercise

attività sportive

attività sportive

Ex: She wore her favorite trainers with jeans for a casual look .Indossava le sue **scarpe da ginnastica** preferite con i jeans per un look casual.
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sales
[sostantivo]

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

vendita

vendita

Ex: The sales figures indicate that the product has become a favorite among consumers .Le cifre di **vendita** indicano che il prodotto è diventato un favorito tra i consumatori.
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saddle
[sostantivo]

a seat made for riding on the back of a horse or other animal

sella

sella

Ex: A good saddle is essential for long-distance horseback riding .Una buona **sella** è essenziale per l'equitazione a lunga distanza.
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needle
[sostantivo]

a slender, solid, often sharp-pointed instrument used for withdrawing blood samples, injecting medicine, etc.

ago

ago

Ex: They developed a new type of needle that reduces pain during injections .Hanno sviluppato un nuovo tipo di **ago** che riduce il dolore durante le iniezioni.
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thread
[sostantivo]

a thin strand of material, such as cotton, nylon, or silk, used for sewing or weaving

filo

filo

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sleeping bag
[sostantivo]

a portable, padded, and zippered bag used for sleeping, typically outdoors or while camping

sacco a pelo

sacco a pelo

Ex: They laid out their sleeping bags inside the tent before nightfall .Hanno steso i loro **sacchi a pelo** dentro la tenda prima del tramonto.
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screwdriver
[sostantivo]

a small tool with a metal part by which screws can be turned

cacciavite

cacciavite

Ex: The magnetic tip of the screwdriver helped hold screws in place .La punta magnetica del **cacciavite** ha aiutato a tenere le viti in posizione.
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surfboard
[sostantivo]

a long board we stand or lie on to ride waves

tavolo da surf

tavolo da surf

Ex: She enjoys surfing and spends her weekends riding her surfboard along the coastline .Lei ama fare surf e passa i suoi fine settimana cavalcando la sua **tavola da surf** lungo la costa.
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store card
[sostantivo]

a card that can be used to pay for items one buys in a particular store

scheda negozio

scheda negozio

Ex: He prefers using his credit card instead of a store card for flexibility .Preferisce usare la sua carta di credito invece di una **carta del negozio** per maggiore flessibilità.
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tracksuit
[sostantivo]

a loose and warm pair of pants and matching jacket worn casually or for doing exercise

tute da ginnastica

tute da ginnastica

Ex: The tracksuit comes in various colors and designs , catering to different tastes and styles .La **tuta** è disponibile in vari colori e design, adattandosi a diversi gusti e stili.
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headset
[sostantivo]

the part of a bicycle that connects the front fork to the frame, allowing it to turn for steering

sterzo, attacco sterzo

sterzo, attacco sterzo

Ex: The headset bearings were worn out after years of heavy use .I cuscinetti dello **sterzo** erano consumati dopo anni di uso intensivo.
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mat
[sostantivo]

a thick plastic or rubber material used in particular sports for landing or lying on

tappetino

tappetino

Ex: The gym provided mats for users to perform floor exercises and reduce impact on their joints .La palestra ha fornito **tappetini** per consentire agli utenti di eseguire esercizi a terra e ridurre l'impatto sulle articolazioni.
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shorts
[sostantivo]

short pants that end either above or at the knees

pantaloncini

pantaloncini

Ex: She paired her denim shorts with a light cotton shirt for a casual day out .Ha abbinato i suoi **shorts** in denim con una camicia di cotone leggero per una giornata casual.
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tent
[sostantivo]

a shelter that usually consists of a long sheet of cloth, nylon, etc. supported by poles and ropes fixed to the ground, that we especially use for camping

tenda

tenda

Ex: We slept in a tent during our camping trip .Abbiamo dormito in una **tenda** durante il nostro viaggio in campeggio.
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racket
[sostantivo]

an object with a handle, an oval frame and a tightly fixed net, used for hitting the ball in sports such as badminton, tennis, etc.

racchetta

racchetta

Ex: The professional player autographed a racket for his fan .Il giocatore professionista ha autografato una **racchetta** per il suo fan.
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wetsuit
[sostantivo]

a tight-fitting piece of clothing made of rubber that is worn by underwater swimmers to remain warm

muta da sub

muta da sub

Ex: After a day of snorkeling , she peeled off her wetsuit, feeling exhilarated from her underwater adventures .Dopo una giornata di snorkeling, si è tolta la **muta**, sentendosi esaltata dalle sue avventure subacquee.
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to sip
[Verbo]

to drink a liquid by taking a small amount each time

sorseggiare

sorseggiare

Ex: The wine connoisseur carefully sipped the fine vintage to appreciate its nuances .Il conoscitore di vini ha **sorseggiato** con cura il pregiato vintage per apprezzarne le sfumature.
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unkempt
[aggettivo]

(of hair) not brushed or cut neatly

spettinato

spettinato

Ex: He appeared at the meeting with unkempt hair , looking like he ’d overslept .È apparso alla riunione con i capelli **spettinati**, come se avesse dormito troppo.
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jet set
[sostantivo]

a group of wealthy, stylish individuals who travel frequently and luxuriously, often to exclusive destinations for leisure and social activities

jet set

jet set

Ex: The island attracts the jet set with its luxury villas and private beaches .L'isola attrae il **jet set** con le sue ville di lusso e spiagge private.
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credit card
[sostantivo]

a plastic card, usually given to us by a bank, that we use to pay for goods and services

carta di credito

carta di credito

Ex: We earn reward points every time we use our credit card.Guadagniamo punti premio ogni volta che usiamo la nostra **carta di credito**.
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minimum wage
[sostantivo]

the lowest level of salary, set by the law

salario minimo

salario minimo

Ex: Many people struggle to make ends meet on minimum wage alone .Molte persone faticano ad arrivare a fine mese con il solo **salario minimo**.
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vitally
[avverbio]

with crucial significance or paramount importance

vitale

vitale

Ex: The teacher 's role is vitally influential in shaping young minds .Il ruolo dell'insegnante è **vitale** nell'influenzare la formazione delle giovani menti.
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pay
[sostantivo]

the money that is paid to someone for doing their job

paga

paga

Ex: They discussed pay during the final job interview .Hanno discusso del **salario** durante il colloquio di lavoro finale.
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increase
[sostantivo]

a rise in something's amount, degree, size, etc.

aumento

aumento

Ex: An increase in productivity led to higher profits for the company .Un **aumento** della produttività ha portato a maggiori profitti per l'azienda.
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television
[sostantivo]

an electronic device with a screen that receives television signals, on which we can watch programs

televisione

televisione

Ex: She turned the television on to catch the news .Ha acceso la **televisione** per vedere le notizie.
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to go for
[Verbo]

to choose something among other things

preferire

preferire

Ex: I 'll go for the salmon from the menu ; it 's my favorite dish .
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