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Il libro Headway - Intermedio Superiore - Unità 1

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Headway - Upper Intermediate
lifelong
[aggettivo]

lasting the whole of a person's life

che dura tutta la vita

che dura tutta la vita

Ex: The organization aims to provide lifelong learning opportunities for adults .L'organizzazione mira a fornire opportunità di apprendimento **per tutta la vita** per gli adulti.
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life expectancy
[sostantivo]

the average number of years a person is expected to live, based on various demographic and health factors

aspettativa di vita

aspettativa di vita

Ex: Factors like diet and exercise play a significant role in determining life expectancy.Fattori come la dieta e l'esercizio fisico svolgono un ruolo significativo nel determinare l'**aspettativa di vita**.
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life story
[sostantivo]

the account or narrative of a person's life, typically including significant events, experiences, and personal details

storia di vita

storia di vita

Ex: His life story is filled with challenges , but he never gave up .La sua **storia di vita** è piena di sfide, ma non ha mai rinunciato.
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life-size
[aggettivo]

having the same size as an actual living being or object, without any exaggeration or reduction

a grandezza naturale

a grandezza naturale

Ex: She stood next to the life-size wax figure at the museum for a photo .Si è messa accanto alla figura di cera **a grandezza naturale** al museo per una foto.
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lifestyle
[sostantivo]

a type of life that a person or group is living

stile di vita

stile di vita

Ex: They embraced a rural lifestyle, enjoying the peace and quiet of the countryside .
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heartbroken
[aggettivo]

experiencing intense sadness or disappointment due to a broken romantic relationship or other loss

cuore spezzato

cuore spezzato

Ex: He seemed heartbroken after his best friend moved away to another country .
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heartbeat
[sostantivo]

the rhythmic movement of the heart while it is pumping blood

battito cardiaco

battito cardiaco

Ex: The steady heartbeat of the runner indicated she was in excellent cardiovascular health .Il **battito cardiaco** regolare del corridore indicava che era in ottima salute cardiovascolare.
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heart attack
[sostantivo]

a medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the heart is suddenly blocked, which is fatal in some cases

infarto

infarto

Ex: The sudden heart attack took everyone by surprise , highlighting the unpredictability of heart disease .L'improvviso **attacco di cuore** ha colto tutti di sorpresa, sottolineando l'imprevedibilità delle malattie cardiache.
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heartwarming
[aggettivo]

inspiring positive emotions such as joy, happiness, and affection in the viewer or reader

commovente

commovente

Ex: The heartwarming reunion between the soldiers and their families was beautiful to watch.Il commovente ricongiungimento tra i soldati e le loro famiglie è stato bello da vedere.
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housework
[sostantivo]

regular work done in a house, especially cleaning, washing, etc.

lavori di casa

lavori di casa

Ex: They often listen to music while doing housework to make the tasks more enjoyable .Spesso ascoltano musica mentre fanno le **faccende domestiche** per rendere i compiti più piacevoli.
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homecoming
[sostantivo]

the act of returning to one's home or place of origin

ritorno a casa

ritorno a casa

Ex: The movie depicts a dramatic homecoming filled with unexpected twists .Il film raffigura un drammatico **ritorno a casa** pieno di colpi di scena inaspettati.
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houseplant
[sostantivo]

a plant that is typically grown indoors in a home or other building, often for decorative purposes

pianta d'appartamento

pianta d'appartamento

Ex: A houseplant is a great way to bring a little nature indoors .Una **pianta da appartamento** è un ottimo modo per portare un po' di natura all'interno.
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housewife
[sostantivo]

a married woman who does the housework such as cooking, cleaning, etc. and takes care of the children, and does not work outside the house

casalinga

casalinga

Ex: Being a housewife requires patience , organization , and dedication to maintaining a comfortable and harmonious home environment .Essere una **casalinga** richiede pazienza, organizzazione e dedizione nel mantenere un ambiente domestico confortevole e armonioso.
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house-proud
[aggettivo]

describing someone who takes great pride in the appearance, cleanliness, and overall condition of their home

onore alla casa

onore alla casa

Ex: The couple , clearly house-proud, hosted a tour of their newly renovated home .La coppia, chiaramente **orgogliosa della propria casa**, ha ospitato un tour della loro casa appena rinnovata.
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homesick
[aggettivo]

feeling sad because of being away from one's home

nostalgico

nostalgico

Ex: They tried to help her feel less homesick by planning video calls with her family .Hanno cercato di aiutarla a sentirsi meno **nostalgica** pianificando videochiamate con la sua famiglia.
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hometown
[sostantivo]

the town or city where a person grew up or was born

natio

natio

Ex: I have n’t been to my hometown since last summer .Non sono stato nella mia **città natale** dall'estate scorsa.
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homebound
[sostantivo]

a person who is unable or restricted from leaving their home, typically due to physical, medical, or other circumstances

reclusa in casa

reclusa in casa

Ex: The homebound often rely on family or caregivers for daily activities .I **costretti a casa** spesso si affidano alla famiglia o ai caregiver per le attività quotidiane.
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homegrown
[aggettivo]

referring to something that is native, locally produced, or originating from one's own country or region

fatta in casa

fatta in casa

Ex: The dish features ingredients that are entirely homegrown.Il piatto presenta ingredienti che sono interamente **coltivati in casa**.
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house-warming
[sostantivo]

a party that one gives in a new house or an apartment they just purchased to celebrate such event

riscaldamento casa

riscaldamento casa

Ex: We brought a plant as a gift for their house-warming.Abbiamo portato una pianta come regalo per la loro **festa di inaugurazione della casa**.
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homepage
[sostantivo]

the main opening page of a website that introduces it and links the user to other pages

homepage

homepage

Ex: A clear menu on the homepage helps users find what they ’re looking for .Un menu chiaro nella **homepage** aiuta gli utenti a trovare ciò che stanno cercando.
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homeless
[sostantivo]

someone who does not have a place to live in and so lives on the streets

senzatetto

senzatetto

Ex: He spoke out about the challenges faced by the homeless.Ha parlato delle sfide affrontate dai **senzatetto**.
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seafood
[sostantivo]

any sea creature that is eaten as food such as fish, shrimp, seaweed, and shellfish

frutti di mare

frutti di mare

Ex: They enjoyed a seafood feast on the beach , with platters of shrimp , oysters , and grilled fish .Hanno goduto di un banchetto di **frutti di mare** sulla spiaggia, con vassoi di gamberetti, ostriche e pesce alla griglia.
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bookshelf
[sostantivo]

‌a board connected to a wall or a piece of furniture on which books are kept

mensola per libri

mensola per libri

Ex: The antique bookshelf in the study added character to the room's decor.La **libreria** antica nello studio ha aggiunto carattere all'arredamento della stanza.
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junk food
[sostantivo]

unhealthy food, containing a lot of fat, sugar, etc.

cibi spazzatura

cibi spazzatura

Ex: The party had a lot of junk food, so it was hard to stick to my diet .La festa aveva un sacco di **cibo spazzatura**, quindi è stato difficile attenermi alla mia dieta.
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headphones
[sostantivo]

a device that has two pieces that cover the ears and is used to listen to music or sounds without others hearing

cuffia

cuffia

Ex: She always wears her headphones while working out at the gym .Indossa sempre le sue **cuffie** mentre si allena in palestra.
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headline
[sostantivo]

the large words in the upper part of a page of a newspaper, article, etc.

titolo

titolo

Ex: As soon as the headline was published , social media exploded with reactions from readers around the world .Non appena il **titolo** è stato pubblicato, i social media sono esplosi con le reazioni dei lettori di tutto il mondo.
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headway
[sostantivo]

the forward movement or advancement made despite difficulties or obstacles

progressi

progressi

Ex: The new policy helped the company gain headway in the market .La nuova politica ha aiutato l'azienda a guadagnare **avanzamento** nel mercato.
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textbook
[sostantivo]

a book used for the study of a particular subject, especially in schools and colleges

libro di testo

libro di testo

Ex: Textbooks can be expensive , but they are essential for studying .I **libri di testo** possono essere costosi, ma sono essenziali per studiare.
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text message
[sostantivo]

a written message that one sends or receives using a mobile phone

SMS

SMS

Ex: After the interview , she sent a text message to thank the hiring manager .Dopo il colloquio, ha inviato un **messaggio di testo** per ringraziare il responsabile delle assunzioni.
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open air
[sostantivo]

an outdoor or unenclosed space that is exposed to the elements

all'aria aperta

all'aria aperta

Ex: We spent the evening chatting in the open air under the stars .Abbiamo passato la serata chiacchierando all'**aria aperta** sotto le stelle.
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business line
[sostantivo]

a specific set or range of products or merchandise offered by a business, often with a common theme, category, or market focus

linea di business

linea di business

Ex: The company ’s food packaging business line complements its agricultural services .La **linea di business** del packaging alimentare dell'azienda integra i suoi servizi agricoli.
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businessman
[sostantivo]

a man who does business activities like running a company

uomo d'affari

uomo d'affari

Ex: Thomas , the businessman, started his career selling newspapers .Thomas, **l'uomo d'affari**, ha iniziato la sua carriera vendendo giornali.
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firehouse
[sostantivo]

a building or facility used by firefighters as a station for fire-fighting equipment and personnel

caserma dei pompieri

caserma dei pompieri

Ex: The firehouse responded quickly to the emergency downtown .La **caserma dei vigili del fuoco** ha risposto rapidamente all'emergenza in centro.
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fire alarm
[sostantivo]

a device that gives warning of a fire, by making a loud noise

allarme antincendio

allarme antincendio

Ex: The fire alarm in the school activated , prompting an orderly evacuation drill .L'**allarme antincendio** della scuola si è attivato, provocando un'esercitazione di evacuazione ordinata.
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sleeping pill
[sostantivo]

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

sonnifero

sonnifero

Ex: The doctor recommended lifestyle changes along with a sleeping pill to improve her overall sleep quality .Il medico ha raccomandato cambiamenti nello stile di vita insieme a un **sonnifero** per migliorare la qualità complessiva del suo sonno.
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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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air conditioning
[sostantivo]

a system that controls the temperature and humidity in a house, car, etc.

aria condizionata

aria condizionata

Ex: The air conditioning in the car was a lifesaver during the long road trip .L'**aria condizionata** in macchina è stata una salvezza durante il lungo viaggio.
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crowd
[sostantivo]

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

folla

folla

Ex: The street was packed with a crowd of excited fans waiting for the celebrity to arrive at the movie premiere .La strada era piena di una **folla** di fan entusiasti in attesa che la celebrità arrivasse alla prima del film.
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horde
[sostantivo]

a large moving crowd or mass of people, often in a disorderly or unruly manner

orda

orda

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to know something's meaning, particularly something that someone says

capire

capire

Ex: After reading the explanation a few times , I finally understand the concept .Dopo aver letto la spiegazione alcune volte, finalmente **capisco** il concetto.
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to grasp
[Verbo]

to mentally understand information or concepts

cogliere

cogliere

Ex: Reading the article multiple times helped me to grasp the author 's main argument and supporting points .Leggere l'articolo più volte mi ha aiutato a **afferrare** l'argomento principale dell'autore e i punti di supporto.
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lucky
[aggettivo]

having or bringing good luck

fortunato

fortunato

Ex: You 're lucky to have such a caring family .Sei **fortunato** ad avere una famiglia così premurosa.
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to have great success with something, particularly something that brings one a lot of money

riuscire

riuscire

Ex: Winning the lottery felt striking gold; they could n't believe their luck .
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nap
[sostantivo]

a short period of sleep, typically taken during the day to refresh or rest

pisolino

pisolino

Ex: The couch in the office has become a popular spot for employees to take a quick nap during their lunch breaks .Il divano in ufficio è diventato un punto popolare per i dipendenti per fare un **pisolino** veloce durante le pause pranzo.
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to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety

prendersi cura di, badare a

prendersi cura di, badare a

Ex: The company looks after its employees by providing them with a safe and healthy work environment .L'azienda **si prende cura** dei suoi dipendenti fornendo loro un ambiente di lavoro sicuro e salutare.
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to take care of oneself, especially in a challenging or difficult situation, without the help or support of others

cavarsela, arrangiarsi

cavarsela, arrangiarsi

Ex: As a single parent , she worked hard to ensure her family could fend for their basic necessities .Come genitore single, ha lavorato duramente per assicurarsi che la sua famiglia potesse **provvedere** alle proprie necessità di base.
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to sleep outdoors or in a place that is not intended for accommodation, such as on the streets or in a park, usually without proper bedding or shelter

sonno duro

sonno duro

Ex: They will have to sleep rough tonight if they don't find a shelter soon.
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accustomed
[aggettivo]

familiar with something, often through repeated experience or exposure

abituati

abituati

Ex: After years of practice, she was accustomed to playing the piano for long hours.Dopo anni di pratica, era **abituata** a suonare il piano per lunghe ore.
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to move from a standing or active position to a seated and more relaxed state

stabilirsi

stabilirsi

Ex: The family decided to settle down on the picnic blankets for a relaxing afternoon in the park .La famiglia ha deciso di **sistemarsi** sulle coperte da picnic per un pomeriggio rilassante nel parco.
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crime
[sostantivo]

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

crimine

crimine

Ex: The increase in violent crime has made residents feel unsafe .L'aumento della **criminalità** violenta ha fatto sentire i residenti insicuri.
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foul play
[sostantivo]

unfair or dishonest behavior, often implying criminal activity or violence

fallo di gioco

fallo di gioco

Ex: The insurance company investigated the claim for potential foul play.La compagnia assicurativa ha indagato sul reclamo per un possibile **gioco sleale**.
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star-studded
[aggettivo]

consisting of multiple famous entertainers, performers, etc.

stellato

stellato

Ex: The premiere was a star-studded event with actors and directors from all over the world .
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homemade
[aggettivo]

having been made at home, rather than in a factory or store, especially referring to food

fatto in casa

fatto in casa

Ex: The homemade jam was made from freshly picked berries from the backyard .La marmellata **fatta in casa** era fatta con bacche appena raccolte dal giardino.
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homework
[sostantivo]

schoolwork that students have to do at home

compiti a casa

compiti a casa

Ex: We use textbooks and online resources to help us with our homework.Utilizziamo libri di testo e risorse online per aiutarci con i nostri **compiti**.
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