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Il libro Insight - Intermedio - Approfondimento del vocabolario 9

Here you will find the words from Vocabulary Insight 9 in the Insight Intermediate coursebook, such as "snail mail", "conversion", "emote", etc.

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text
[sostantivo]

anything that is in written form

testo

testo

Ex: The exhibit featured ancient Egyptian texts inscribed on papyrus scrolls .L'esposizione presentava antichi **testi** egiziani incisi su rotoli di papiro.
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snail mail
[sostantivo]

mail that is delivered physically by the postal system as opposed to email and other electronic means

posta tradizionale, posta cartacea

posta tradizionale, posta cartacea

Ex: If you need to send something urgently , snail mail is not the best option .Se hai bisogno di inviare qualcosa urgentemente, la **posta tradizionale** non è l'opzione migliore.
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karaoke
[sostantivo]

a form of entertainment in which people sing the words of popular songs while a machine plays only their music

karaoke

karaoke

Ex: Some people use karaoke as a form of self-expression and therapy , channeling their emotions through song .Alcune persone usano il **karaoke** come forma di autoespressione e terapia, canalizzando le proprie emozioni attraverso il canto.
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blend
[sostantivo]

a word created by joining two or more existing words together that combines their meanings

parola macedonia, miscela

parola macedonia, miscela

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loan
[sostantivo]

a word or phrase borrowed from another language and included into the vocabulary of a different language

prestito, parola presa in prestito

prestito, parola presa in prestito

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conversion
[sostantivo]

the act of changing a place's function or purpose

trasformazione, conversione

trasformazione, conversione

Ex: The conversion of the office building into a hotel improved the neighborhood .La **conversione** dell'edificio per uffici in un hotel ha migliorato il quartiere.
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teleshopping
[sostantivo]

the practice of selling products on a TV program or online

televendita

televendita

Ex: The teleshopping host was so enthusiastic that I almost bought a vacuum cleaner I didn’t need.Il presentatore del **televendite** era così entusiasta che ho quasi comprato un aspirapolvere di cui non avevo bisogno.
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blog
[sostantivo]

a web page on which an individual or group of people regularly write about a topic of interest or their opinions or experiences, usually in an informal style

blog

blog

Ex: They collaborated on a blog to discuss environmental issues and solutions .Hanno collaborato su un **blog** per discutere di problemi ambientali e soluzioni.
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camcorder
[sostantivo]

a portable device used to take pictures and videos

camcorder

camcorder

Ex: The camcorder has a zoom feature for capturing distant objects .La **videocamera** ha una funzione zoom per catturare oggetti distanti.
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technophobe
[sostantivo]

someone who is resistant or apprehensive towards technology, often avoiding or expressing fear or aversion towards its use or adoption

tecnofobo

tecnofobo

Ex: The technophobe refused to try online banking , fearing security risks .Il **tecnofobo** si è rifiutato di provare il banking online, temendo rischi per la sicurezza.
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email
[sostantivo]

a digital message that is sent from one person to another person or group of people using a system called email

posta elettronica

posta elettronica

Ex: She sent an email to her teacher to ask for help with the assignment .Ha inviato una **email** al suo insegnante per chiedere aiuto con il compito.
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malware
[sostantivo]

a software designed to disrupt or damage the computer without the user knowing

virus, malware

virus, malware

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netiquette
[sostantivo]

the proper or ethical way of communicating over the Internet

netiquette

netiquette

Ex: Netiquette also involves replying to emails in a timely manner, so others do not feel ignored.La **netiquette** implica anche rispondere alle email in modo tempestivo, in modo che gli altri non si sentano ignorati.
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website
[sostantivo]

a group of related data on the Internet with the same domain name published by a specific individual, organization, etc.

sito web

sito web

Ex: This website provides useful tips for learning English .Questo **sito web** fornisce utili consigli per imparare l'inglese.
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electronic
[aggettivo]

(of a device) having very small parts such as chips and obtaining power from electricity

elettronico

elettronico

Ex: The musician used a variety of electronic instruments to create unique sounds for the album.Il musicista ha utilizzato una varietà di strumenti **elettronici** per creare suoni unici per l'album.
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camera
[sostantivo]

a device or piece of equipment for taking photographs, making movies or television programs

camera

camera

Ex: The digital camera allows instant preview of the photos.La fotocamera digitale consente l'anteprima istantanea delle foto.
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the Internet
[sostantivo]

‌a global computer network that allows users around the world to communicate with each other and exchange information

Internet

Internet

Ex: The Internet is a vast source of knowledge and entertainment .**Internet** è una vasta fonte di conoscenza e intrattenimento.
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technology
[sostantivo]

the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry

tecnologia

tecnologia

Ex: The company is focused on developing new technology to improve healthcare .L'azienda è focalizzata sullo sviluppo di nuove **tecnologie** per migliorare l'assistenza sanitaria.
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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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travel
[sostantivo]

the act of going to a different place, usually a place that is far

viaggio

viaggio

Ex: They took a break from their busy lives to enjoy some travel through Europe .Hanno fatto una pausa dalle loro vite frenetiche per godersi un **viaggio** attraverso l'Europa.
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malicious
[aggettivo]

(of software or a code) intentionally designed to harm, damage, or disrupt computer systems, networks, or data

dannoso

dannoso

Ex: They were warned about a malicious email that could steal personal information .Sono stati avvertiti di un'email **maligna** che potrebbe rubare informazioni personali.
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mail
[sostantivo]

messages exchanged electronically on an email service

posta elettronica, email

posta elettronica, email

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etiquette
[sostantivo]

a set of conventional rules or formal manners, usually in the form of ethical code

etiquette

etiquette

Ex: Her etiquette at the meeting was impeccable .La sua **etichetta** durante la riunione era impeccabile.
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recorder
[sostantivo]

an electronic device used for capturing and storing audio or video signals onto a storage medium such as a digital memory card or a tape

registratore, registratore vocale

registratore, registratore vocale

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software
[sostantivo]

the programs that a computer uses to perform specific tasks

software

software

Ex: He uses accounting software to keep track of his business finances .Lui utilizza un **software** contabile per tenere traccia delle finanze della sua attività.
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monologue
[sostantivo]

a speech spoken to oneself, often as a way of expressing thoughts or emotions aloud

monologo, soliloquio

monologo, soliloquio

Ex: His monologue helped him sort through his emotions .Il suo **monologo** lo ha aiutato a ordinare le sue emozioni.
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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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phobia
[sostantivo]

an intense and irrational fear toward a specific thing such as an object, situation, concept, or animal

fobia

fobia

Ex: She has a phobia of spiders and feels extremely anxious whenever she sees one .Lei ha una **fobia** dei ragni e si sente estremamente ansiosa ogni volta che ne vede uno.
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to emote
[Verbo]

to express one's emotions through facial expressions, gestures, and tone of voice

esprimere emozioni, manifestare emozioni

esprimere emozioni, manifestare emozioni

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free
[aggettivo]

not requiring payment

gratuito

gratuito

Ex: The museum offers free admission on Sundays .Il museo offre l'ingresso **gratuito** la domenica.
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wireless
[aggettivo]

able to operate without wires

senza fili

senza fili

Ex: The wireless security cameras provide real-time monitoring without the need for extensive wiring .Le telecamere di sicurezza **senza fili** forniscono un monitoraggio in tempo reale senza la necessità di un cablaggio esteso.
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teen
[sostantivo]

someone between the ages of 13 and 19

adolescente

adolescente

Ex: Most teens are quite active on social media.La maggior parte degli **adolescenti** è piuttosto attiva sui social media.
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user
[sostantivo]

someone who uses a particular device or service

utente

utente

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ware
[sostantivo]

items or products that are of the same kind or made of the same material

merce, prodotto

merce, prodotto

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friendly
[aggettivo]

(of a person or their manner) kind and nice toward other people

amichevole

amichevole

Ex: Her friendly smile made the difficult conversation feel less awkward .Il suo sorriso **amichevole** ha reso la conversazione difficile meno imbarazzante.
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between
[avverbio]

in or through the space that separates two or more things or people

tra

tra

Ex: He divided his time between work and family commitments.Ha diviso il suo tempo **tra** il lavoro e gli impegni familiari.
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icon
[sostantivo]

(computing) a small picture on a computer screen, etc. representing a program that when clicked will start running

icona

icona

Ex: She customized the icon for her favorite app on the phone .Ha personalizzato l'**icona** della sua app preferita sul telefono.
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fidelity
[sostantivo]

the degree to which a reproduction, representation, or copy of something reflects the true nature of the original

fedeltà

fedeltà

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actually
[avverbio]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

effettivamente

effettivamente

Ex: The old building , believed to be abandoned , is actually a thriving art studio .Il vecchio edificio, ritenuto abbandonato, è **in realtà** uno studio d'arte fiorente.
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currently
[avverbio]

at the present time

correntemente

correntemente

Ex: The restaurant is currently closed for renovations .Il ristorante è **attualmente** chiuso per ristrutturazioni.
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latest
[aggettivo]

occurred, created, or updated most recently in time

più recente

più recente

Ex: His latest film has received critical acclaim worldwide .Il suo **ultimo** film ha ricevuto il plauso della critica in tutto il mondo.
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sympathetic
[aggettivo]

showing care and understanding toward other people, especially when they are not feeling good

comprensivo

comprensivo

Ex: The therapist provided a sympathetic environment for her clients to share their emotions .Il terapeuta ha fornito un ambiente **comprensivo** ai suoi clienti per condividere le loro emozioni.
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last
[aggettivo]

immediately preceding the present time

ultimo, precedente

ultimo, precedente

Ex: Last summer , we traveled to Italy for vacation .**L'estate scorsa**, abbiamo viaggiato in Italia per le vacanze.
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durable
[aggettivo]

able to last for a long time without breaking or wearing out easily

durevole,  resistente

durevole, resistente

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efficient
[aggettivo]

(of a system or machine) achieving maximum productivity without wasting much time, effort, or money

efficiente

efficiente

Ex: An efficient irrigation system conserves water while ensuring crops receive adequate moisture .Un sistema di irrigazione **efficiente** conserva l'acqua assicurando che le colture ricevano un'adeguata umidità.
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expensive
[aggettivo]

having a high price

caro, costoso

caro, costoso

Ex: The luxury car is expensive but offers excellent performance .L'auto di lusso è **costosa** ma offre prestazioni eccellenti.
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fragile
[aggettivo]

easily damaged or broken

fragile

fragile

Ex: The fragile relationship between the two countries was strained by recent tensions .La relazione **fragile** tra i due paesi è stata messa a dura prova dalle recenti tensioni.
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inexpensive
[aggettivo]

having a reasonable price

buon mercato

buon mercato

Ex: She found an inexpensive dress that still looked stylish .Ha trovato un vestito **economico** che sembrava ancora elegante.
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no longer useful or fashionable

obsoleto

obsoleto

Ex: The news article contains information that out of date, as the events it refers to have already taken place .
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travelog
[sostantivo]

a narrative or documentary that chronicles the experiences of a traveler, often including descriptions of the places visited, the people encountered, and the cultures experienced

diario di viaggio

diario di viaggio

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