Lista de vocabulario · Adolescentes y adultos
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- Edad
- A partir de 13 años
- Nivel
- B1–C1
- Habilidad
- Vocabulario
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- Interactivo
- Escritura y debate
- 28 palabras
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adverbio
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however
adverbio · B1
used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what was just said
The hotel was expensive. However, the service was excellent.
Traducción: sin embargo
although
conjunción · B1
used to introduce a fact that makes the main idea surprising
Although it was raining, we went for a long walk.
Traducción: aunque
despite
preposición · B1
without being stopped by something; followed by a noun or -ing form
Despite the heavy traffic, we arrived on time.
Traducción: a pesar de
whereas
conjunción · B2
used to compare two facts that are different
My brother loves sport, whereas I prefer reading.
Traducción: mientras que
therefore
adverbio · B1
for that reason; used to introduce a logical result
The company lost money for three years. Therefore, it had to close two shops.
Traducción: por lo tanto
as a result
frase · B1
because of what has just been mentioned
The main road was closed. As a result, many people were late for work.
Traducción: como resultado, en consecuencia
in addition
frase · B1
used to add another fact or idea
The job offers a good salary. In addition, you get 25 days of holiday.
Traducción: además
furthermore
adverbio · B2
used to add a further, often stronger, point
The plan is too expensive. Furthermore, it would take years to complete.
Traducción: además, asimismo
for instance
frase · B1
for example
Some jobs, for instance nursing, can be very stressful.
Traducción: por ejemplo
such as
frase · B1
used before giving examples of the thing just mentioned
Bring a few basic things, such as water, bread and a torch.
Traducción: como, tales como
in contrast
frase · B2
used to show that two things are very different
Summers in the north are short and cool. In contrast, the south is hot for six months.
Traducción: en cambio, por el contrario
on the other hand
frase · B1
used to give a different or opposite side of a situation
Living in the city is exciting. On the other hand, it's very expensive.
Traducción: por otro lado
firstly
adverbio · B1
used to introduce the first point in a list
Firstly, I'd like to thank everyone for coming tonight.
Traducción: en primer lugar
finally
adverbio · B1
used to introduce the last point in a list
Finally, check your spelling before you hand in your essay.
Traducción: por último, finalmente
in conclusion
frase · B1
used to introduce the final summary of a text or talk
In conclusion, I believe the benefits are greater than the risks.
Traducción: en conclusión
due to
preposición · B2
because of; followed by a noun
The flight was cancelled due to bad weather.
Traducción: debido a
unless
conjunción · B1
except if
You won't pass the exam unless you study more.
Traducción: a menos que
in order to
frase · B1
with the purpose of; followed by a verb
She moved to London in order to improve her English.
Traducción: para, con el fin de
nevertheless
adverbio · B2
despite what has just been said
The task was very difficult. Nevertheless, we finished it on time.
Traducción: no obstante
even though
conjunción · B1
despite the fact that; stronger than 'although'
Even though he was exhausted, he stayed up to finish the report.
Traducción: aunque, a pesar de que
consequently
adverbio · B2
as a result
Prices rose sharply. Consequently, sales fell.
Traducción: por consiguiente
as long as
conjunción · B2
only if
You can borrow my car as long as you bring it back by Sunday.
Traducción: siempre que, con tal de que
to sum up
frase · B1
used to introduce a short summary of the main points
To sum up, the new system is cheaper and easier to use.
Traducción: en resumen
on the contrary
frase · B2
used to say that the opposite of what was just said is true
The film wasn't boring. On the contrary, it was exciting from start to finish.
Traducción: al contrario
meanwhile
adverbio · B2
at the same time, while something else is happening
I'll book the hotel. Meanwhile, you can look for cheap flights.
Traducción: mientras tanto
provided that
conjunción · B2
only if a particular thing happens
You can work from home provided that you finish your tasks on time.
Traducción: siempre y cuando
albeit
conjunción · C1
(formal) although; usually followed by an adjective or adverb
The plan worked, albeit more slowly than we had hoped.
Traducción: aunque, si bien
hence
adverbio · C1
(formal) for this reason; often followed by a noun
The bridge is closed for repairs, hence the long queues.
Traducción: de ahí, por eso
Úsalo: actividad oral
Para parejas o grupos pequeños, unos diez minutos. La consigna está en inglés, lista para tus alumnos.
Mini-talk. Choose a topic and speak for one minute to your partner. Use at least five linking words: one to add, one to contrast, one to give a result, one to give an example and one to conclude. Your partner counts them.
- Living in a big city or in the countryside
- Working from home
- Learning a language with an app or with a teacher
- Should school start later in the morning?
Hoja de trabajo imprimible
Una página con emparejar, completar espacios y la actividad oral, y las respuestas en una página aparte.
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Name: ______________________ Date: ____________
A. Match each word with its meaning.
- 1. however ____
- 2. despite ____
- 3. therefore ____
- 4. in addition ____
- 5. for instance ____
- 6. in contrast ____
- 7. firstly ____
- 8. in conclusion ____
- 9. unless ____
- 10. nevertheless ____
- a) for that reason; used to introduce a logical result
- b) without being stopped by something; followed by a noun or -ing form
- c) despite what has just been said
- d) used to add another fact or idea
- e) used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what was just said
- f) used to show that two things are very different
- g) for example
- h) used to introduce the final summary of a text or talk
- i) used to introduce the first point in a list
- j) except if
B. Complete the sentences with words from the box.
Although · As a result · due to · Even though · Finally · Furthermore · in order to · On the other hand · such as · whereas
- 1. it was raining, we went for a long walk.
- 2. My brother loves sport, I prefer reading.
- 3. The main road was closed. , many people were late for work.
- 4. The plan is too expensive. , it would take years to complete.
- 5. Bring a few basic things, water, bread and a torch.
- 6. Living in the city is exciting. , it's very expensive.
- 7. , check your spelling before you hand in your essay.
- 8. The flight was cancelled bad weather.
- 9. She moved to London improve her English.
- 10. he was exhausted, he stayed up to finish the report.
C. Use it: speak
Mini-talk. Choose a topic and speak for one minute to your partner. Use at least five linking words: one to add, one to contrast, one to give a result, one to give an example and one to conclude. Your partner counts them.
- Living in a big city or in the countryside
- Working from home
- Learning a language with an app or with a teacher
- Should school start later in the morning?
Answer key
A. 1e · 2b · 3a · 4d · 5g · 6f · 7i · 8h · 9j · 10c
- B.
- 1. Although (also: Even though)
- 2. whereas
- 3. As a result (also: Therefore, Consequently)
- 4. Furthermore (also: In addition)
- 5. such as (also: for instance)
- 6. On the other hand (also: However)
- 7. Finally (also: Firstly)
- 8. due to
- 9. in order to
- 10. Even though (also: Although)