Vocabulary Expansion Pack Flashcards
Here, you will find words that have been addressed during our sessions. The idea is for you to practice until you attain 100% all the time. How to use this tool: 1. Read the word you see aloud. 2. Say its ''translation'' (interpretation) aloud. * Difficulty LVL 2: Say a sentence aloud that contains such word. 3. Press ''reveal answer''. 4. Did what you say match the answer? Be humble. It should take you no less than 0.3 seconds for a 5. Rate yourself from 1 to 5. The more you know a word, th
Perspective
Synonyms English: Viewpoint, Outlook
Synonyms Spanish: Perspectiva, Punto de vista
“From my perspective, our negotiations look more like a tennis match, endlessly bouncing offers back and forth.”
“Changing your perspective on the deal is like finding the hidden discount tag during a sale: suddenly everything seems more appealing!”
To put it simply, …
Synonyms English: To simplify, In simple terms
Synonyms Spanish: Simplificando, En términos simples
“To put it simply, if our prices go any lower, we’ll have to start paying you to take our products!”
“When the supplier explains their pricing model, to put it simply is the only way I don’t end up more confused than when I started.”
To skyrocket / Skyrocketed
Synonyms English: Soar, Surge
Synonyms Spanish: Dispararse, Aumentar rápidamente
“Every time we conclude a deal, our spirits skyrocket, almost as high as our coffee consumption.”
“Watch our sales skyrocket once we clinch this deal—think of it as our prices on a space mission!”
To plummet
Synonyms English: Drop, Fall sharply
Synonyms Spanish: Desplomarse, Caer bruscamente
“If we can’t agree on the terms, our chances of success might plummet faster than my motivation on a Monday morning.”
“The only thing I want to see plummet today is the amount of coffee left in the pot, not our negotiation leverage.”
Straightforward
Synonyms English: Simple, Direct
Synonyms Spanish: Sencillo, Directo
“I appreciate straightforward answers; they’re as refreshing as finding an empty line at the supermarket checkout.”
“Negotiating should be straightforward, like a recipe for toast, not like assembling IKEA furniture.”
To emphasize sth
Synonyms English: Highlight, Stress
Synonyms Spanish: Enfatizar, Destacar
“I’d like to emphasize our need for a better price—think of it as me highlighting the most important part of a boring textbook.”
“We emphasize quality just as much as you emphasize that ‘final offer’, which we both know isn’t final.”
Trendy
Synonyms English: Fashionable, Stylish
Synonyms Spanish: De moda, Elegante
“Our new product line is as trendy as avocado on toast; you really don’t want to miss out.”
“Being trendy isn’t just for fashion—our prices are also cutting-edge, just without the runway.”
To arouse (enthusiasm, interest, curiosity, sympathy, excitement, concern.)
Synonyms English: Stimulate, Awaken
Synonyms Spanish: Estimular, Despertar
“I try to arouse interest in our new product line as subtly as a llama in a business meeting.”
“When we discuss payment terms, I aim to arouse enthusiasm as if announcing a surprise holiday bonus.”
To address sth
Synonyms English: Deal with, Tackle
Synonyms Spanish: Abordar, Enfrentar
“When addressing delays, I’m as direct as a spicy ceviche: quick to the point and unforgettable.”
“In meetings, I address cost concerns with the flair of a Peruvian chef adding the final touch to a perfect ceviche.”
To attempt to do sth
Synonyms English: Try, Endeavor
Synonyms Spanish: Intentar, Esforzarse
“Every time we negotiate, I attempt to keep prices low, like trying to squeeze into my high school jeans.”
“I attempt to explain our delivery schedules to suppliers with the patience of a saint teaching llamas to line dance.”
To assume sth
Synonyms English: Presume, Take for granted
Synonyms Spanish: Suponer, Dar por sentado
“Assuming we’ll get a discount from suppliers is like expecting a cat to pass up a sunny spot—optimistic but not always realistic.”
“I never assume the negotiations will be easy, much like I never assume the traffic in Lima will be light.”
On the other hand
English Synonyms: alternatively, conversely
Spanish Synonyms: por otro lado, en cambio
“I love the idea of exercising; on the other hand, I also love sitting down doing nothing.”
“Coffee helps me do stupid things faster; on the other hand, without it, I might not do them at all.”
Salesman
English Synonyms: salesperson, sales representative
Spanish Synonyms: vendedor, representante de ventas
“The salesman said the car was perfect for me, especially if I didn’t plan to drive it.”
“A good salesman can sell ice to Eskimos, and my brother could probably convince them it’s their idea.”
Scammer
English Synonyms: fraudster, con artist
Spanish Synonyms: estafador, timador
“I met a scammer online who promised to teach me how to avoid scammers.”
“A scammer once told me I could make a fortune in pyramids, it turns out he meant schemes, not Egypt.”
Crook
English Synonyms: criminal, swindler
Spanish Synonyms: delincuente, estafador
“The only exercise some crooks get is running from the law.”
“Our local crook is so bad at his job, he once tried to steal a free sample.”
Sell
English Synonyms: market, trade
Spanish Synonyms: vender, comercializar
“I tried to sell my parrot, but he knew too much and kept saying, ‘No deal!’’
“They say money can’t buy happiness, but nobody’s selling sadness either.”
Sale
English Synonyms: discount, offer
Spanish Synonyms: venta, oferta
“Big sale in the shoe store: buy one, get one on your conscience.”
“During the mattress sale, customers were encouraged to sleep on their decisions.”
Abrupt
English Synonyms: sudden, unexpected
Spanish Synonyms: repentino, brusco
“The meeting came to an abrupt end when the boss entered the room on a hoverboard.”
“My diet ended as abruptly as it started, courtesy of a chocolate cake sighting.”
To focus on sth
English Synonyms: concentrate on, zero in on
Spanish Synonyms: concentrarse en, enfocarse en
“I told myself to focus on my diet, but my eyes were on a wider horizon—like the dessert menu.”
“Sometimes I focus so hard on avoiding mistakes, I trip over my own success.”
To award sth
English Synonyms: grant, bestow
Spanish Synonyms: otorgar, conceder
“I’d like to award my dog the ‘best vacuum cleaner’ title for his work on kitchen spills.”
“The city awarded me a parking ticket, their way of saying ‘nice parking job’.”
(To be) Stubborn
English Synonyms: obstinate, unyielding
Spanish Synonyms: terco, obstinado
“I’m not stubborn, I just refuse to acknowledge I’m wrong—like ever.”
“My GPS is as stubborn as I am; it took me on a scenic tour instead of the shortest route.”
To regulate sth
English Synonyms: control, govern
Spanish Synonyms: regular, controlar
“They regulate internet usage in ourhouse, but I’m convinced my cat is the only law around here.”
“I tried to regulate my coffee intake, but my brain didn’t get the memo.”
Cramps
English Synonyms: spasms, contractions
Spanish Synonyms: calambres, contracciones
“I got cramps in my leg during yoga, and now I’m a pretzel.”
“Whenever I think about exercise, my muscles get sympathetic cramps.”
Give or take
Synonyms:
English: Approximately, Roughly
Spanish: Aproximadamente, Más o menos
Sentences:
“I’ll be at the meeting in an hour, give or take a few minutes, depending on how long it takes me to find my other sock.” *
“The project will cost us $500, give or take, which is still cheaper than my last shopping spree. Aproximadamente.”
Be that as it may
Synonyms:
English: Nevertheless, Regardless
Spanish: No obstante, A pesar de
Sentences:
“Be that as it may, I still think wearing pajamas to a Zoom meeting is a bad idea, even if it’s comfortable. No obstante.” *
“Be that as it may, we have to finish this report by tomorrow. A pesar de the fact that we’re all exhausted.”
To have a lot on one’s plate
Synonyms:
English: To be overwhelmed, To be swamped
Spanish: Estar abrumado, Estar atareado
“I have so much on my plate right now, I might need a buffet table instead. Estoy abrumado.” *
“She’s got a lot on her plate with work and her new puppy, who thinks the couch is a chew toy. Estar atareado.”
Detrimental
Synonyms:
English: Harmful, Damaging
Spanish: Perjudicial, Dañino
“Skipping your morning coffee could be detrimental to your colleagues’ safety. Perjudicial.” *
“Using your phone during meetings is detrimental to productivity and my ability to keep a straight face. Dañino.”
To entail
Synonyms:
English: To involve, To require
Spanish: Implicar, Requerir
“Starting a new business entails a lot of paperwork and caffeine. Implicar.” *
“Being a manager entails making tough decisions, like who gets the last donut. Requerir.”
From day one
Synonyms:
English: From the start, From the beginning
Spanish: Desde el primer día, Desde el principio
“From day one, I’ve known that my dog would be the boss of me. Desde el primer día.” *
“She was a natural leader from day one, organizing the office supplies like a pro. Desde el principio.”
High strung
Synonyms:
English: Tense, Nervous
Spanish: Nervioso, Tenso
“My cat is so high strung, even a feather can send him running. Nervioso.” *
“He was high strung before the presentation, pacing back and forth like a caffeinated squirrel. Tenso.”
All the same
Synonyms:
English: Nevertheless, Regardless
Spanish: No obstante, A pesar de
“She didn’t win the award, but she was happy all the same. No obstante.” *
“I didn’t get much sleep, but I’ll join the meeting all the same. A pesar de.”
Uproar
Synonyms:
English: Commotion, Chaos
Spanish: Alboroto, Caos
“There was an uproar in the office when they announced free donuts. Alboroto.” *
“The new policy caused an uproar among the employees, who were already dealing with enough chaos. Caos.”
Over and done
Synonyms:
English: Finished, Completed
Spanish: Terminado, Completado
“Once this project is over and done, I’m taking a long vacation. Terminado.” *
“She was glad the meeting was over and done, so she could finally relax. Completado.”
Aftermath
Synonyms:
English: Consequence, Result
Spanish: Consecuencia, Resultado
“The aftermath of the party was a kitchen full of dirty dishes. Consecuencia.” *
“The aftermath of the merger included several new policies and a lot of confusion. Resultado.”
A hard nut to crack
Synonyms:
English: Difficult problem, Tough challenge
Spanish: Duro de roer, Difícil de resolver
“Convincing my boss to give us a day off is a hard nut to crack. Duro de roer.” *
“Getting the software to work properly has been a hard nut to crack. Difícil de resolver.”
A predicament
Synonyms:
English: Dilemma, Quandary
Spanish: Predicamento, Dilema
“I’m in a real predicament—should I go to the meeting or finish this pizza? Predicamento.” *
“Choosing between two job offers is a nice predicament to have. Dilema.”
Make-believe (noun)
Synonyms:
English: Fantasy, Pretend
Spanish: Fantasía, Ficción
“As a kid, I spent hours in a world of make-believe, fighting dragons with a stick. Fantasía.” *
“Her stories are pure make-believe, but they’re entertaining. Ficción.”
Sleep on it
Synonyms:
English: Mull over, Think about
Spanish: Pensar en ello, Reflexionar
“I’m not sure if I should take the job offer, so I’ll sleep on it. Pensar en ello.” *
“Instead of making a hasty decision, just sleep on it and decide tomorrow. Reflexionar.”
Relative (family member)
Synonyms:
English: Family member, Kin
Spanish: Pariente, Familiar
“My aunt is that relative who insists on showing baby photos at every family gathering. It’s a special kind of torture. *
“My cousin is the relative who always brings the best food to the potluck, making everyone else look bad. Pariente.”
Bachelor party
Synonyms:
English: Stag party, Guys’ night out
Spanish: Despedida de soltero, Fiesta de despedida
“His bachelor party involved more inflatable flamingos than I’d ever seen in one place. Despedida de soltero.”
- “We lost the groom at his own bachelor party, only to find him hours later in a giant piñata costume. Fiesta de despedida.”
“A lot of angles to this!”
Synonyms:
English: Many perspectives, Various aspects
Spanish: Muchos ángulos, Varias perspectivas
“Planning a wedding has a lot of angles to this—it’s like herding cats but with more flowers. Muchos ángulos.” *
“There are a lot of angles to this new job offer, including the free snacks in the break room. Varias perspectivas.”
Appealing
Synonyms:
English: Attractive, Enticing
Spanish: Atractivo, Tentador
“The idea of a weekend in Paris is appealing, especially if it involves croissants. Atractivo.”
- “That new movie is so appealing that even my cat might want to watch it. Tentador.”
