C1 - Advanced Spanish
At the C1 Advanced level, students are able to communicate widely in different environments such as social, professional, and cultural settings.
Any written text is now expected to be clear, structured, and detailed.
membrete
letterhead
The Spanish word 'membrete' translates to 'letterhead' in English. A letterhead refers to the heading at the top of a sheet of letter paper. It usually includes the name, address, and logo of a company or organization. It's traditionally used in official correspondences to convey professionalism and authenticity.
memoria
memory
In Spanish, 'memoria' is used to refer to the mental capacity to remember things. It can be used in the same contexts as the English word 'memory'. For example, you can use it when talking about short-term or long-term memory ('memoria a corto plazo' or 'memoria a largo plazo'), or to refer to someone's ability to remember things ('tiene buena memoria').
Example sentences with memoria →memorias
memories
The Spanish word 'memorias' translates to 'memories' in English. This noun is used to refer to something that is remembered from the past. It is a cognate, meaning it has the same linguistic derivation as an English word and the two words have the same meanings. Thus, it can also relate to recalling information from memory or the mental capacity or faculty of retaining and reviving facts, events, impressions, etc., or of recalling or recognizing previous experiences.
Example sentences with memorias →menores
minors
The Spanish word 'menores' translates to 'minors' in English. It is commonly used in contexts related to law and human rights to refer to individuals who are under the age of legal maturity. This age varies depending on national legislation but is commonly 18 in many countries. However, it can also be used to simply refer to younger individuals in non-legal contexts.
mercado de dinero
money market
The phrase 'mercado de dinero' in Spanish translates to 'money market' in English. A money market is a section of the financial market in which financial instruments with high liquidity and short-term maturities are traded. The money market is used by participants as a means for borrowing and lending in the short term, with maturities that usually range from overnight to just under a year.
Example sentences with mercado de dinero →mercado negro
black market
The term 'mercado negro' in Spanish translates to 'black market' in English. It is used to refer to a type of economic activity where goods or services are sold illegally. These goods or services can be illegal in themselves; for example, drugs or weapons, or they could be legally available goods but sold in an illegal manner such as without paying taxes or surpassing government regulations. The term is used globally and is not unique to Spanish-speaking regions.
Example sentences with mercado negro →merecer la confianza de alguien
deserve the trust of someone
The Spanish phrase 'merecer la confianza de alguien' translates to 'deserve the trust of someone' in English. It is used when someone has done something to earn the trust of another individual. This phrase can be used in a variety of contexts, including personal, professional, or romantic relationships. In usage, it implies that trust is not given out freely, but must be earned through one's actions and behavior.
Example sentences with merecer la confianza de alguien →mesa auxiliar
side table
The Spanish term 'mesa auxiliar' translates to 'side table' in English. In terms of furniture, a side table, or mesa auxiliar, is often placed next to a main piece of furniture like a sofa or a bed. It's used as a convenient surface to place objects such as lamps, books, glasses, or decorative items. It's a versatile piece that can be found in many rooms of a house, assisting in both functionality and aesthetic appeal.
mesa de centro
center table
The Spanish term 'mesa de centro' translates to 'center table' in English. This is a type of table that is commonly placed in the center of a living room. It is often used to hold items like magazines, drinks, or decorative pieces. The table serves both a functional and decorative purpose. In some households, it may also be referred to as a coffee table.
mesa de comedor
dining table
The Spanish phrase 'mesa de comedor' directly translates to 'dining table' in English. A 'mesa de comedor' is a piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface for eating meals. This usually stands in a dining room where family members gather to eat meals together. In many homes, the dining table is also a center for activities like doing homework, crafting, and games, making it an essential piece of furniture in most houses.
meseta
plateau
The Spanish word 'meseta' translates to 'plateau' in English. A plateau is a flat or gently sloping elevated area that has been uplifted due to geological forces. Similarly, in Spanish, 'meseta' refers to an elevated, flat or slightly sloping region. It could be found between mountains or as high plains, and it's a term commonly used in geographic contexts.
Example sentences with meseta →metafísica
metaphysics
The Spanish word 'metafísica' translates to 'metaphysics' in English. Metaphysics is a branch of philosophy that explores the fundamental nature of reality, including the relationship between mind and matter, substance and attribute, potentiality and actuality. In other words, it is the study of what is truly real. The term 'metafísica' shares similar meanings in Spanish, often related to philosophical, existential or spiritual concepts.
Example sentences with metafísica →metáfora
metaphor
The Spanish word 'metáfora' translates to 'metaphor' in English. In both languages, this term refers to a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable. It helps in creating a comparison without the use of 'like' or 'as'. Examples of metaphors in English are phrases like 'Time is money' and 'Life is a rollercoaster'. Similarly, Spanish metaphors might include 'La vida es un sueño' (Life is a dream) or 'El tiempo es oro' (Time is gold). Metaphors are an important aspect of both English and Spanish languages as they add color and creativity to the language.
Example sentences with metáfora →meteorito
meteorite
The Spanish word 'meteorito' translates to 'meteorite' in English. This refers to a small piece of a meteor that survives its passage through the Earth's atmosphere and lands on its surface. Meteorites can vary in size, ranging from dust particles to massive rocks. They are mainly composed of rock and metal, and their study helps scientists understand more about our solar system and the universe beyond.
Example sentences with meteorito →meter el dobladillo
to tuck the hem
The Spanish phrase 'meter el dobladillo' literally translates to 'to put in the hem' but is used in context to mean 'to tuck the hem'. It often refers to the action of folding an edge over on itself and securing it, commonly in reference to fabrics or clothing items.
meter la cintura
to tuck in the waist
The Spanish phrase 'meter la cintura' directly translates to 'to tuck in the waist' in English. It is often used in the context of adjusting clothing for a better fit or to achieve a certain style. For example, when you tuck in a shirt or blouse into your pants, skirt or shorts, you are 'metiendo la cintura'. This phrase can be literal or metaphorical, meaning the act of toning or reducing one's waist size through exercise or dieting. As with all phrases, the specific context often determines the exact meaning.
meter la manga
Put your sleeve in
The Spanish phrase 'meter la manga' is a direct translation for 'put your sleeve in' in English. It is composed of 'meter' which means 'put' or 'insert', 'la' that translates to 'the', and 'manga' translates to 'sleeve'. It is typically used in contexts where you are referring to the action of inserting or putting a sleeve into something else such as a coat or jacket. However, its use can be extended to other similar contexts as well.
meter segunda
Second.
'Meter segunda' is a phrase in Spanish that is often used in the context of driving. It refers to the action of shifting into second gear. Although the literal translation of 'meter' is 'put' and 'segunda' is 'second', the phrase does not imply 'put second' in English. It's specific to the action of changing gears in a vehicle.
Example sentences with meter segunda →meter tercera
Third.
The phrase 'meter tercera' is not directly translated as 'third' in English. It's an idiomatic expression in Spanish, specifically used in the context of driving a vehicle. It metaphorically means 'to step it up' or 'to take it to the next level' by referring to shifting to the third gear in driving. Just like how shifting to a higher gear in driving accelerates the speed, 'meter tercera' implies increasing pace, intensity or making more effort in a situation. Though 'tercera' means 'third', the whole expression 'meter tercera' holds a different implicit meaning.
Example sentences with meter tercera →meterse en el papel
get in the paper
The phrase 'meterse en el papel' in Spanish does not directly translate to 'get in the paper' in English. Instead, it is an idiomatic expression meaning 'to get into character' or 'to empathize'. This phrase is typically used in the context of performing arts, where actors are required to 'get into character' to portray their roles convincingly.
Example sentences with meterse en el papel →meterse en el personaje
get into the character
The Spanish phrase 'meterse en el personaje' translates to 'get into the character' in English. It is often used in arts and drama context, and it implies that someone is preparing and portraying a character so convincingly that it appears as if they have become the character. It's about totally immersing oneself in a role, adopting and internalizing the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors of the character one is tasked to represent.
Example sentences with meterse en el personaje →meterse en la película
Get in the movie
'Meterse en la película' is a Spanish phrase rather than a single word, often used in colloquial speech. It roughly translates to 'get in the movie' in English, but it doesn't mean literally entering into a film. In context, it's used to depict someone who is deeply involved or absorbed in a situation or a problem. It's as though they're not merely observing a situation as an outsider, but they're actively participating, absorbed in it just like a character in a movie.
Example sentences with meterse en la película →método de aprendizaje
learning method
The term 'método de aprendizaje' is Spanish for 'learning method'. It refers to the particular way in which an individual absorbs, comprehends, and retains information or skills. Learning methods are often categorized into types such as visual, auditory, reading/writing, and kinesthetic (VARK), and they may differ greatly between individuals based on their unique cognitive styles and capabilities.
método enseñanza
method of teaching
The term 'método enseñanza' in Spanish translates to 'method of teaching' in English. It refers to a systematic way, a procedural approach or a series of steps used to facilitate and enhance learning. This might include strategies, techniques, or styles employed by an educator to convey knowledge, guide the learning process, and support learners in mastering new skills or grasping information effectively.
metralleta
machine
The word 'metralleta' in Spanish translates to 'machine gun' in English. 'Metralleta' comes from the combination of the Spanish words 'metralla', meaning shrapnel, and the diminutive ending '-eta'. While it could be assumed that 'metralleta' refers to 'machine', it is specificaly used for the term 'machine gun', which is a rapid-fire, automatic firearm designed for the tactical role of suppressing enemy troops.
Example sentences with metralleta →metropolitano
Metropolitan
The term 'metropolitano' in Spanish translates to 'metropolitan' in English. In many contexts, it often refers to something that pertains or belongs to a large, capital, or important city, that has a high degree of urbanization and concentration of services. For example, a metropolitan area, a metropolitan museum. It can also mean pertaining to the see or province of a metropolitan, in ecclesiastical terms.
Example sentences with metropolitano →mezclarse con alguien
mixing with someone
The Spanish phrase 'mezclarse con alguien' translates to 'mixing with someone' in English. It can refer to becoming involved with a person or group, blending in with a crowd, or simply interacting with others. This can be in a physical, social, or metaphorical context. The phrase invokes a sense of integration or combination, suggesting a seamless joining or blending together.
mina (antipersona)
mine (anti-person)
The Spanish word 'mina (antipersona)' is translated as 'mine (anti-person)' in English. It refers to a specific type of explosive device that is used primarily in warfare, designed to detonate when a person or vehicle comes into contact with it, hence the 'anti-person' specification. This term is commonly found in military discourse and can refer to both land and sea mines. The usage in everyday language, however, may vary depending on context.
Example sentences with mina (antipersona) →ministerial
Ministerial
The word 'ministerial' in Spanish translates to 'ministerial' in English. It is an adjective that is used to describe something pertaining to a minister or the ministry. This could refer to any sort of high authority in a government, religious, or other organization. It is often used in contexts relating to power, leadership, and management.
Example sentences with ministerial →mirar de frente
look in front
The Spanish term 'mirar de frente' translates to 'look in front' in English. It is a phrase often used to indicate the action of directing one's gaze straight ahead, or to confront a situation directly without avoidance. Its usage can be both literal, as in looking in the frontal direction, or metaphorical, as in facing a problem head-on. This concept encompasses a broader scope in the Spanish language culture, often used in telenovelas and literature.