Curso de Inglés

Hang up — colgar, colgar una llamada

Proper — adecuado, correcto

Butler — mayordomo

Unavoidable — inevitable

Spoonful — cucharada

Belly button — ombligo

Pervert — pervertido

Boner — erección, término vulgar

Joint — articulación, porro

Survey — encuesta

Weedhead — persona que consume mucha marihuana

Crumb — miga

Gelish — gel para uñas, manicura en gel

Hustle — apresurarse, esforzarse, estafar

Jackpot — premio mayor, premio gordo

Buff — musculoso, pulido

Garbage truck — camión de basura

Cakewalk — algo muy fácil

Nipple — pezón

Sniff — olfatear

Foster — criar, acoger

Nude — desnudo

Skydiver — paracaidista

Shepherd — pastor

Boob — pecho, término informal

Breast — pecho, seno

Booty — trasero

Buttock — glúteo

Boink — tener relaciones sexuales, término vulgar

Handcuff — esposar, poner esposas

Cluster — grupo, conjunto

Bang someone — tener relaciones sexuales con alguien, expresión vulgar

Bang — golpear, hacer ruido, tener relaciones sexuales, término vulgar

Mailman — cartero

Stinky — apestoso

Unwind — relajarse, desconectarse

Spank — dar una nalgada

Bum — trasero, vagabundo

Cheek — mejilla

Patty — tortita, medallón de carne

Feud — disputa, rivalidad

Bun — trasero, nalgas

Layover — escala

Willing — dispuesto

Spotover — término no estándar, necesita contexto

Christen — bautizar, inaugurar

Wiener — pene, término informal, perro caliente

Whore — prostituta, insulto vulgar

Nightie — camisón

Pay

Pay — paid — paid

My father pays the bills every month.

The customer is paying for the groceries.

She has paid the rent already.

My brother has been paying attention in class lately.

I paid for dinner yesterday.

We were paying the workers when the manager arrived.

My mother had paid the bill before she left.

They had been paying for the service for several years.

You will pay the money tomorrow.

The customers will be paying by credit card tonight.

My sister will have paid the debt by next month.

By next year, the company will have been paying its employees for ten years.

Sit

Sit — sat — sat

My grandmother sits by the window every afternoon.

The students are sitting in the classroom.

He has sat in the same chair all morning.

My father has been sitting in the garden for an hour.

I sat next to my brother yesterday.

We were sitting outside when it started raining.

The doctor had sat with the patient before the nurse arrived.

They had been sitting in the waiting room for hours.

You will sit here during the meeting.

The guests will be sitting at the table tonight.

My sister will have sat there for two hours by noon.

By the end of the trip, we will have been sitting in the car for eight hours.

Speak

Speak — spoke — spoken

My teacher speaks English very clearly.

The doctor is speaking to the patient.

She has spoken to my mother.

My brother has been speaking English every day.

I spoke to my friend yesterday.

We were speaking about the new project.

My father had spoken to the manager before the meeting.

They had been speaking for more than an hour.

You will speak to the teacher tomorrow.

The president will be speaking on television tonight.

My sister will have spoken to everyone by tomorrow.

By next year, he will have been speaking English for five years.

Lie

Lie — lay — lain

My dog lies on the floor every afternoon.

The baby is lying on the bed.

She has lain there for an hour.

My grandfather has been lying down since lunch.

I lay on the sofa yesterday.

We were lying on the beach when it started raining.

My brother had lain in bed all morning.

They had been lying on the grass for an hour.

You will lie down after lunch.

The patient will be lying in bed tonight.

My father will have lain down by then.

By midnight, she will have been lying in bed for three hours.

Get the room clean before the guests arrive.

Get the car ready for the trip.

Get the children ready for school.

Get the kitchen clean before dinner.

Get the house warm before your family comes home.

Get the dog dry before you let him inside.

Get the tractor ready for work.

Get the tools organized before the workers arrive.

Get the food hot before you serve it.

Get the baby comfortable before you leave.

Get your clothes dry before you put them away.

Get the windows clean before the inspection.

Get the machine ready for tomorrow.

Get the garden clean before the weekend.

Get the floor dry before anyone walks on it.

Get the workers comfortable before the meeting starts.

Get your room quiet so you can study.

Get the water hot before you take a shower.

Get the truck clean before you return it.

Get the plants healthy again with proper care.

Get the office ready before the customers arrive.

Get the children quiet during the presentation.

Get the engine warm before you start working.

Get the table clean before you put the food on it.

Get your hands clean before you eat.

Get the equipment dry before you store it.

Get the house cool before everyone goes to sleep.

Get the clothes clean before you hang them up.

Get the animals comfortable before the storm arrives.

Get the farm ready for the rainy season.

Get the door open before the delivery arrives.

Get the computer ready for the presentation.

Get the room dark before the movie starts.

Get the workers ready for the next task.

Get the floor clean before the visitors arrive.

Get your shoes dry before you put them on.

Get the coffee hot before the meeting starts.

Get the truck ready before the farmer leaves.

Get the office quiet before the interview begins.

Get the windows open before you clean the room.

Get the vegetables fresh before you cook them.

Get the classroom ready before the students arrive.

Get the baby warm before you take him outside.

Get the fence strong before the animals return.

Get the paint dry before you touch the wall.

Get the shelves clean before you put the books back.

Get the room bright enough to read.

Get the workers comfortable before they continue working.

Get the road clear before the trucks come through.

Get everything ready before the rain starts.

I used to work at a small grocery store.

She used to be very shy.

They used to live near a swamp.

My grandfather used to tell us stories about poverty.

He used to blame his failures on other people.

We used to swap books after school.

She used to have a small gap between her teeth.

I used to think that money was the most important asset.

He used to eat a lot of topping on his desserts.

They used to cross the river when the tide was low.

My brother used to snooze for an hour every morning.

She used to embrace every new challenge.

We used to walk through the swamp looking for frogs.

He used to wear a slick black jacket.

That vendor used to sell fruit near the highway.

I used to think that failure meant I wasn't good enough.

She used to have a rough relationship with her sister.

They used to build houses on soft topsoil.

He used to grin whenever someone made a joke.

My father used to give me guidance when I had problems.

We used to see giant waves during the rainy season.

She used to be afraid of invasive insects.

He used to think that bureaucracy was unavoidable.

I used to feel a strange sense of alienation at my old job.

They used to use gravel to cover the road.

She used to wear a precious necklace from her grandmother.

He used to shuffle the cards before every game.

My sister used to fluff up her pillow before going to bed.

Ultimately, I used to think that success was only about money.

Estructura #8 — Be in the mood for + sustantivo o -ing.

I'm in the mood for a rough hike today.

She's in the mood for a warm breakfast.

Are you in the mood for a short snooze?

I'm not in the mood for dealing with bureaucracy.

He's in the mood for something sweet with a topping.

We're in the mood for grilled frog legs tonight.

She's not in the mood for another argument.

Are you in the mood for a movie with lifelike characters?

I'm in the mood for a quiet walk by the swamp.

He wasn't in the mood for guidance after his failure.

We're in the mood for something different today.

She's in the mood for a rough adventure.

I'm not in the mood for talking about poverty.

Are you in the mood for a swim in the tide?

He's in the mood for a long drive.

I'm in the mood for something that will impress our guests.

She wasn't in the mood for taking the blame.

We're in the mood for exploring the gravel road.

I'm not in the mood for dealing with that threat.

Are you in the mood for a game of mousetrap?

He's in the mood for a big breakfast because of his hunger.

She's in the mood for trying something new.

I'm not in the mood for a persuasive speech.

We were in the mood for relaxing by the water.

He's in the mood for a rough workout.

Are you in the mood for swapping stories?

I'm in the mood for a quiet afternoon.

She isn't in the mood for another failure.

We're in the mood for watching the waves.

I'm not in the mood for hearing excuses.

He's in the mood for something worth remembering.

Are you in the mood for a walk through the topsoil?

She was in the mood for a lively conversation.

I'm in the mood for embracing a new challenge.

We're not in the mood for dealing with that gap.

He's in the mood for a meal with fresh toppings.

I'm not in the mood for blaming anyone.

Are you in the mood for taking a break from work?

She was ultimately in the mood for staying home.

I'm in the mood for doing something useful today.

I don't feel like talking to that gossiper today.

She feels like eating something savory.

Do you feel like going on a roller coaster?

I feel like having a pastry with my coffee.

He doesn't feel like obeying anyone right now.

We feel like taking a brief walk outside.

I don't feel like dealing with his criticism.

She feels like crying when she thinks about the funeral.

Do you feel like trying something related to your new hobby?

I feel like eating a carb-rich meal after work.

He doesn't feel like listening to that stuck-up guy.

I feel like watching a clown movie tonight.

She feels like taking a break after the sudden change.

Do you feel like riding your bike before the storm?

I don't feel like arguing with my opponent.

He feels like revealing the truth.

We feel like cooking something with a little browning.

She doesn't feel like talking about the accusation.

I feel like eating a snack because I have a craving.

Do you feel like learning how the brain works?

He doesn't feel like taking that risk.

I feel like watching the sunset before it gets dark.

She feels like crying after hearing the sad story.

We don't feel like relying on anyone else.

Do you feel like trying that new pastry shop?

I feel like staying home because the weather is unpredictable.

He doesn't feel like being teased today.

She feels like taking a roller coaster ride for the thrill.

I don't feel like discussing that scheme right now.

Lección 18 y 19

18. didja = did you

Reducción informal de did you. Se usa mucho al hablar rápidamente.

Didja see that giant frog near the swamp?

Didja notice the gap in the fence?

Didja swap your old phone for a new one?

Didja get any guidance from the teacher?

Didja blame him for the failure?

Didja see the vendor near the market?

Didja feel faint after running?

Didja think the painting looked lifelike?

Didja impress your boss with that idea?

Didja hear the wave hit the rocks?

Didja find the mousetrap under the table?

Didja shuffle the cards before the game?

Didja take a short snooze this afternoon?

Didja notice the lack of fresh water?

Didja see the slick road after the rain?

Didja think the price was worth it?

Didja spot the arrow on the sign?

Didja avoid the invasive plant?

Didja see the rough gravel on the road?

Didja understand the persuasive argument?

Didja see that precious necklace?

Didja notice the stiff leaves on the plant?

Didja hear about the poverty in that region?

Didja see the tide coming in?

Didja fall into the trap?

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19. doncha = don’t you

Reducción informal de don’t you. Se usa especialmente en preguntas y frases donde buscamos confirmar algo.

Doncha think that frog is huge?

Doncha want some guidance?

Doncha see the gap between them?

Doncha think this asset is valuable?

Doncha remember the vendor?

Doncha feel the rough gravel under your shoes?

Doncha think that threat is serious?

Doncha like the topping on this cake?

Doncha hate dealing with bureaucracy?

Doncha think that argument is persuasive?

Doncha want to embrace the opportunity?

Doncha think this property is worth more?

Doncha notice the lack of topsoil?

Doncha think the tide is getting higher?

Doncha want to avoid that trap?

Doncha think poverty creates serious problems?

Doncha see the alienation in his face?

Doncha think that giant machine is dangerous?

Doncha like the way he grins?

Doncha think she has a sly smile?

Doncha want to take a snooze?

Doncha think the road is too rough?

Doncha think that failure taught him something?

Doncha think we should ultimately change the plan?

Doncha want to fluff up the pillow?

TAKE = hacer, realizar una acción

Take a look at this giant frog.

She took a quick glance at the vendor's table.

Take a seat while I finish the report.

He took a deep breath before speaking.

She took a short break after the rough morning.

Take a moment to think about the problem.

He took a bite of the savory pastry.

They took a walk along the river.

She took a closer look at the lifelike painting.

Take a chance if you think it is worth it.

He took a sip of water after the long walk.

She took a quick nap because of her exhaustion.

The farmer took a shovel and filled the gap.

He took a step back when the frog jumped.

Take a picture before the tide comes in.

TAKE = soportar, aguantar

I can't take this brutal heat anymore.

She couldn't take the criticism from her opponent.

He can take a lot of physical pain.

The old bridge can't take much more weight.

She couldn't take the pressure of the competition.

He took the failure better than I expected.

The machine can take rough treatment.

I can't take another sleepless night.

She took the bad news without complaining.

He couldn't take the embarrassment and walked away.

The small boat took the rough waves surprisingly well.

She can take a joke, so don't worry.

The building took serious damage during the storm.

He couldn't take the hunger anymore.

They took the risk despite the unpredictable weather.

TAKE = entender, interpretar

Don't take my criticism the wrong way.

She took his silence as a sign of anger.

He took the joke seriously.

Don't take that comment personally.

They took her smile as a sign of agreement.

I took his silence to mean no.

She took the warning seriously.

He took my question as an accusation.

Don't take his smirk as a sign of confidence.

She took the guidance as helpful advice.

He took the failure as a lesson.

They took the sudden silence as a bad sign.

I didn't take his comment as an insult.

She took the persuasive speech seriously.

He took the whole situation as a trap.

TAKE = conseguir, obtener

She took first place in the competition.

He took a good picture of the giant frog.

They took control of the situation.

She took the opportunity to impress the vendor.

He took the chance to prove his worth.

We took the information from a reliable source.

She took a valuable lesson from her failure.

He took a job despite the rough conditions.

They took advantage of the gap in the fence.

She took the time to learn from her mistake.

He took the money from the vendor.

They took several samples from the topsoil.

She took a closer look at the mousetrap.

He took the evidence to the police.

Ultimately, she took responsibility for the mistake.

She fainted after standing in the heat for too long.

The sound of music was faint in the distance.

The town has a lack of clean water.

Some families lack access to good healthcare.

The house is one of their most valuable assets.

Her experience is a valuable asset to the company.

They swapped seats during the movie.

We made a quick swap of cars.

The company has millions of dollars in liabilities.

His lack of experience is a liability for the team.

The mother embraced her son when he came home.

The company decided to embrace new technology.

There is a small gap between the two doors.

There is a large gap between the rich and the poor.

The two teams have a significant gap in experience.

The painting is worth a lot of money.

This book is worth reading.

She impressed everyone with her performance.

The road is rough and full of small stones.

He had a rough day at work.

There were roughly one hundred people at the event.

The conditions were brutal during the storm.

He fired an arrow at the target.

Follow the arrow to find the exit.

Some invasive plants can damage local ecosystems.

A giant tree stood in the middle of the forest.

The small company managed to outcompete its larger rivals.

The man threatened to report the company.

The family visited their grandfather's grave.

The doctor said that his condition was grave.

The mistake could have grave consequences.

Cheese is a popular topping for pizza.

The new boots are stiff and uncomfortable.

His neck felt stiff after sleeping in an uncomfortable position.

The statue looked incredibly lifelike.

She gave a persuasive argument during the meeting.

Please shuffle the cards before the game.

The tired man shuffled across the room.

The psychiatrist talked with the patient about his concerns.

The floor became slick after the rain.

He arrived in a slick black suit.

The slick salesman convinced everyone to buy the product.

The vendor sells fresh fruit at the local market.

The tide was coming in when they arrived at the beach.

The sly fox found a way to get the food.

He gave a smirk after winning the argument.

The boy grinned when he opened his birthday present.

She fluffed up the pillows before the guests arrived.

The necklace was made with precious stones.

I took a quick snooze after lunch.

He hit the snooze button and went back to sleep.

Take an umbrella; otherwise, you might get wet.

They blamed the driver for the accident.

The manager took the blame for the mistake.

The students needed guidance from their teacher.

Hunger made it difficult for him to concentrate.

Many families struggle with poverty.

The mouse was caught in a trap.

The broken door trapped them inside the room.

Plants can die without enough water.

The project was a failure because it did not work.

The machine stopped because of a mechanical failure.

The farmer put a mousetrap in the storage room.

They used gravel to build the road.

The farmer added topsoil to improve the garden.

The road ended near a large swamp.

The frog jumped into the pond.

She waved at her friend from across the street.

Bureaucracy delayed the project for several months.

Moving to a new country can sometimes cause feelings of alienation.

Ultimately, the team decided to accept the offer.

One morning, a young farmer named Daniel felt faint while working outside in the heat. He realized there was a lack of water on the farm, so he decided to walk to a nearby town.

On the way, he found an old farm that was for sale. The house was an important asset, but the broken equipment was a liability. Daniel offered to swap some of his tools for the equipment, and the owner agreed.

There was a large gap in the fence, so Daniel had to walk around it. The road was rough, and the ground was covered with gravel. After a long walk, he reached a giant swamp where he saw a frog sitting on a rock.

Suddenly, Daniel noticed an arrow pointing toward an old building. He followed it and discovered a small market. A vendor was selling food with different toppings. Daniel bought some food because his hunger was getting stronger.

The vendor was a slick man. He looked elegant, but he was also very sly. He tried to impress Daniel with a persuasive story about a valuable machine. Daniel almost believed him, but ultimately decided not to buy it.

Outside the market, Daniel saw a mousetrap near a pile of topsoil. He carefully moved around it so he would not get caught in the trap. Then he noticed that one of his boots had become stiff from the mud.

The vendor came outside and gave him a smirk. Daniel simply grinned and waved goodbye. He did not want to argue.

Later, Daniel found an old house near the swamp. The furniture inside looked lifelike, almost as if someone had just left. Daniel decided to fluff up an old pillow and take a short snooze.

When he woke up, the tide had risen nearby, and the road was almost underwater. He knew he had to leave quickly. Otherwise, he could become trapped there.

Daniel remembered his grandfather's guidance: never ignore a dangerous situation and never blame others for your own mistakes. He followed the road back toward town.

Along the way, he saw a grave beside an old church. The situation suddenly felt grave because a storm was approaching. The wind became brutal, and Daniel realized that the small trees could die without enough water after the storm.

When he finally reached town, he learned that the farmer he had met earlier had experienced a serious failure with his business. Years of poverty and bureaucracy had caused many problems, and he felt a deep sense of alienation from the community.

Daniel understood that life can be difficult, but every problem can teach us something. The experience was worth the long walk because he had learned to be more careful, more independent, and more confident.