B1 - Intermediate Spanish
At the B1 Intermediate level, students can understand and express themselves in higher level discussions.
Example situations might include expressing your opinion, asking for clarification, and understanding longer texts about familiar topics.
ginecólogo
gynecologist
The word 'ginecólogo' is a masculine noun in Spanish, deriving from Greek roots. It refers to a medical doctor specialized in the female reproductive system, who often provides care to women throughout their pregnancy period as well. This medical specialist can diagnose and treat various women-related health issues such as menstrual problems, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, and others. In English, the term for 'ginecólogo' is 'gynecologist'.
Example sentences with ginecólogo →girar
turn
The Spanish word 'girar' is used in the same context as the English word 'turn'. It can refer to the action of changing direction. For example, 'girar a la derecha' means 'turn to the right'. However, it can also be used in a figurative sense, such as 'girar en torno a' which means 'revolve around' something metaphorically.
Example sentences with girar →globo
balloon
The Spanish word 'globo' translates to 'balloon' in English. Apart from its most common usage to denote a helium or hot-air filled spherical object often used for decoration purposes or transportation in certain situations, it may also refer to a comic strip or the dialogue box in a comic strip in an extended sense. Moreover, in a colloquial context, 'globo' may mean an idea that is impractical or unrealistic, much like the English phrase 'an air balloon idea'. However, the appropriate meaning is usually determined by the context.
Example sentences with globo →gobernar
to govern
The Spanish verb 'gobernar' translates to 'to govern' in English. It pertains to the exercise of authority in controlling an organization, country or state. The term is commonly used in the context of political power. In use, an example could be: 'El presidente gobierna el país', which translates as 'The president governs the country'.
Example sentences with gobernar →gorro de baño
bath cap
The Spanish phrase 'gorro de baño' translates to 'bath cap' in English. This refers to a cover worn over the hair while showering or bathing to prevent the hair from getting wet. It is particularly used by women to protect styled or processed hair from water. Bath caps are also used in swimming to reduce drag and increase speed. In strict terms, 'gorro' translates to 'cap' or 'hat' in English, while 'baño' refers to 'bath' or 'bathroom'. Therefore, when combined, 'gorro de baño' means 'bath cap'.
Example sentences with gorro de baño →gorro de ducha
shower cap
The Spanish term 'gorro de ducha' translates to 'shower cap' in English. It is a term commonly used to refer to a cover made from plastic or waterproof material that is worn over the hair to keep it dry while taking a shower. In many Spanish-speaking countries, it can be found in stores where personal care or hygiene products are sold.
Example sentences with gorro de ducha →gotas
drops
The word 'gotas' in Spanish translates to 'drops' in English. This word can be used in several contexts. In the physical sense, it can refer to the small particles of a liquid that fall, for example, 'gotas de lluvia' would mean 'raindrops'. Furthermore, it can be used in a medicinal environment when referring to liquid medication that is administered in droplet form, such as 'gotas para los ojos', meaning 'eye drops'. It's a common word used in various situations in Spanish language.
Example sentences with gotas →granizo
hail
The Spanish word 'granizo' translates to 'hail' in English. It is a noun that refers to the pellets of frozen rain which fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds. In the context of weather, when we talk about hail, we're referring to balls or lumps of ice that fall from the sky. Thus, 'granizo' in Spanish communicates the same meteorological phenomenon.
Example sentences with granizo →grupo (musical)
group (musical)
The Spanish term 'grupo (musical)' translates to 'group (musical)' in English. In the context of music, it is used to designate a collection of individuals who play music together. They form what is referred to as a band in everyday English language. It may consist of musicians playing a variety of musical instruments and often includes vocalists as well. The word 'grupo' translates to 'group' and '(musical)' is added to specify the context of the group being referred to.
Example sentences with grupo (musical) →grupo terrorista
terrorist group
The Spanish term 'grupo terrorista' translates to 'terrorist group' in English. A terrorist group refers to a political group that employs violent measures and intimidation in pursuit of a particular aim. These groups pose a global threat and their activities can have international ramifications, leading to tragic loss of life, substantial damage to properties, and compromising national security. Please note that this is a general explanation, actual definitions could vary based on contextual usage.
Example sentences with grupo terrorista →guantes de boxeo
Boxing gloves
The Spanish phrase 'guantes de boxeo' translates to 'boxing gloves' in English. These are special gloves that boxers wear during their matches to protect their hands and to cushion the impact when they hit their opponents. They can be made of various materials, such as leather or synthetic materials, and come in different weights and sizes. Apart from professional boxing, these gloves are also widely used in other martial arts and fitness training activities.
guardar un documento
save a document
The Spanish phrase 'guardar un documento' translates to 'save a document' in English. This phrase is commonly used in the context of computer technology, particularly saving digital files. It can refer to the process of storing a text file, image, video, or other types of data in a secure location on a storage device, such as a computer hard drive or cloud storage. This allows the data to be retrieved and accessed at a later time. Just like in English, 'guardar un documento' can also mean to keep a physical paper document for future reference.
Example sentences with guardar un documento →guardería
Kindergarten
The Spanish word 'guardería' translates to 'kindergarten' in English. In many cultures, this is the place where children who are too young to start formal education are usually taken care of. They can learn basic skills, play, socialize, and prepare for formal schooling. 'Guardería' can also be used to refer to a day care center in certain contexts, where working parents leave their children during the day.
guerra civil
Civil war
The Spanish term 'guerra civil' translates to 'civil war' in English. This usually refers to a war between organized groups within the same country or state. Such wars are often characterized by intense violence, social disruption, and economic destruction, often impacting civilians more than traditional wars. Countries usually go into civil war due to political, ethnic, religious, or socio-economic disagreements or issues.
Example sentences with guerra civil →guerra de independencia
war of independence
The phrase 'guerra de independencia' in Spanish translates to 'war of independence' in English. This term is widely used in history and signifies a conflict in which an entity, often a country or a nation, fights to gain independence from the controlling power. Throughout history, many countries around the world have experienced such wars in their quest for freedom and sovereignty. 'Guerra de independencia' underscore the concepts of struggle, liberty, and nationalism.
Example sentences with guerra de independencia →guerra mundial
World War
The Spanish term 'guerra mundial' translates to 'world war' in English. This phrase is typically used in a historical context, referring to significant military conflicts that involved many of the world's countries, namely World War I and World War II.
Example sentences with guerra mundial →guía telefónica
phone book
The term 'guía telefónica' in Spanish translates to 'phone book' in English. A phone book, also known as a telephone directory, is a listing of telephone subscribers in a geographical area or subscribers to services provided by the organization that publishes the directory. It allows individuals to look up the phone number of a specific person or business by their name.
guisantes
peas
The Spanish word 'guisantes' translates to 'peas' in English. It is a noun and refers to small spherical green vegetables which is a seed of a plant from the legume family. They are commonly used in a variety of culinary contexts including soups, stews, and salads. They are also considered beneficial for health due to their high nutritional content that includes vitamins and protein.
guitarrista
guitarist
The word 'guitarrista' is a Spanish term that translates to 'guitarist' in English. This term is often used to refer to someone who plays the guitar, whether as a hobby or professionally. Known for its versatility, the guitar is a popular musical instrument across the globe, which makes the term 'guitarrista' widely recognized in many Spanish-speaking cultures. In the grammatical aspect, 'guitarrista' is a common noun and it's predominantly used in musical contexts.
Example sentences with guitarrista →haber (un) atasco
there is (a) jam
The Spanish phrase 'haber (un) atasco' translates to 'there is (a) jam' in English. It is often used to describe traffic situations where the vehicles cannot move due to congestion, similar to a jam or blockage. Note that 'hay' is commonly used for 'there is' while 'un' is 'a' and 'atasco' is 'jam'. Apart from traffic context, it can also be metaphorically used for any kind of hindrance or obstruction. It's a handy phrase to remember when you find yourself in a crowded or halted situation.
Example sentences with haber (un) atasco →haber caravana
have a caravan
The Spanish term 'haber caravana' directly translates to 'have a caravan' in English. However, in Spanish, this phrase is often used in an idiomatic context to indicate a traffic jam or a situation where a long line of cars has formed on the road, similar to a caravan of vehicles. The use of this phrase may vary by region and context.
Example sentences with haber caravana →haber instalaciones para minusválidos
facilities for disabled persons
The Spanish phrase 'haber instalaciones para minusválidos' translates to English as 'facilities for disabled persons'. This phrase can be used in various contexts such as public buildings, transportation, or events. It refers to structures or services designed to aid persons with disabilities enjoy their rights and freedoms equally with others. These can be ramps for wheelchairs, special restrooms, elevators among other modifications intended to ease mobility and accessibility for disabled persons.
Example sentences with haber instalaciones para minusválidos →haber plazas libres
there are free places
The Spanish phrase 'haber plazas libres' is translated to English as 'there are free places'. It is often used to denote availability of spaces or spots in a specific context, such as in an event, a venue, an institution, etc. It can also imply unoccupied job positions in a professional scenario. The verb 'haber' here is used in its existential sense, literally meaning 'there is/are'. 'Plazas' translates to 'places', and 'libres' means 'free' or 'unoccupied'.
Example sentences with haber plazas libres →haber rebajas
there are sales
The Spanish phrase 'haber rebajas' translates to 'there are sales' in English. It is often used in the context of shopping, particularly in retail, to indicate that items' prices have been reduced for a limited time. Both 'haber rebajas' in Spanish and 'there are sales' in English are likely to be seen on signs or advertisements intended to attract customers. In Spain specifically, there are two official sales seasons recognized by the government: once after Christmas and once during the summer, though sales may certainly occur at other times as well.
haber sala de reuniones
meeting room
The Spanish term 'haber sala de reuniones' directly translates into English as 'there is a meeting room'. Typically, in Spanish, you would see 'sala de reuniones' to represent 'meeting room'. 'Haber' is a verb that is often used to express the existence of something in a place, so 'haber sala de reuniones' could be loosely understood as 'there is a meeting room'.
Example sentences with haber sala de reuniones →haber servicio de habitaciones
room service
The Spanish phrase 'haber servicio de habitaciones' translates to 'room service' in English. It's a common term used in hotels and accommodations, referring to services provided in guest rooms, examples of which include meal delivery, cleaning, or other requests made by guests during their stay. The phrase literally translates to 'there is room service', with 'haber' meaning 'there is', 'servicio' meaning 'service', and 'de habitaciones' meaning 'of rooms'.
Example sentences with haber servicio de habitaciones →haber un accidente
There was an accident.
The Spanish phrase 'haber un accidente' translates to 'there was an accident' in English. This phrase uses the verb 'haber' which is used to indicate the existence of an event or a condition. The noun 'accidente' indicates any unexpected event causing damage or harm. So when these are put together, they are usually referring to an unfortunate event that has already happened.
Example sentences with haber un accidente →haber un embotellamiento
there's a bottleneck
The Spanish phrase 'haber un embotellamiento' translates to 'there's a bottleneck' in English. It is usually used to describe a situation where the flow of traffic is severely constrained in a particular area, similar to how liquid is limited by the narrow neck of a bottle, hence the term 'bottleneck'. It could also be used metaphorically to describe any situation where progress or productivity is slowed down due to a hindrance or restriction at one point in a process or system.
Example sentences with haber un embotellamiento →hablador
Speaker
The Spanish term 'hablador' typically translates to 'speaker' in English. It is a noun which is primarily used in reference to someone who talks or speaks. Unlike the English term which may refer to both a person who speaks or a device that emits sound, 'hablador' in Spanish is usually used to describe a person who communicates by speaking. Therefore, it is a commonly used term in contexts related to communication and conversation.
hablar sobre un tema
talk about a topic
The Spanish phrase 'hablar sobre un tema' translates to 'talk about a topic' in English. In a conversational setting, this phrase is commonly used when someone is asked to elaborate or express their thoughts, ideas or opinions on a specific subject or issue.