Travel & Pandemic Vocabulary: English-Spanish Glossary

Glossary: Travel and Pandemic Terms

  • PandemicPandemia – Epidemic.
  • WorldwideEn todo el mundo – Global, international.
  • BordersFronteras – Frontier.
  • Self-quarantineAutocuarentena – Self-imposed isolation.
  • BanningProhibir – Forbid.
  • ThreatAmenaza – Danger.
  • DesertedAbandonado/a – Abandoned.
  • CrowdedLleno de gente – Packed.
  • On a budgetCon un presupuesto (limitado) – With a restricted amount of money.
  • RucksacksMochilas – Backpacks.
  • Hitchhiking
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Road Travel & Transportation: Essential Vocabulary

Road Travel & Transportation Vocabulary

A comprehensive list of terms related to road travel and transportation:

  • A-road: A main road.
  • Alley: A narrow street or passage between buildings.
  • Alternative route: A different way to reach a destination.
  • Aqueduct: A structure carrying water over a valley or river.
  • Anti-clockwise: In the opposite direction to the hands of a clock.
  • Apply: To put something into effect.
  • Attendant: A person employed to provide a service.
  • Avenue: A wide street or road.
  • B-road: A minor
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Tourism & Travel: Advantages, Disadvantages & Economic Impact

Tourism and Travel: Advantages and Disadvantages

Tourism and travel are significant global industries with both positive and negative impacts. This document explores the advantages and disadvantages of tourism, covering economic, social, and environmental aspects.

General Arguments For and Against a Topic

Many people hold strong views on a given topic, and there are often arguments for and against it. Some may be in favor, citing benefits such as economic growth or cultural exchange. Others may be

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Poirot Investigates Murder on the Orient Express

Poirot’s Journey Begins

In Syria, **Hercule Poirot** boards the Taurus Express, returning from solving a case. On the train, he observes fellow passengers **Mary Debenham** and **Colonel Arbuthnot**, who share a table and appear acquainted from the journey.

Upon reaching Istanbul, Poirot plans a short stay but must cut it short due to an urgent telegram recalling him to London. While dining at his hotel, he encounters **Monsieur Bouc**, an old friend and the director of the Compagnie Internationale

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Personal Reflections on Life, Service, and Society

Why I Chose to Be a Sergeant

The first time I considered joining the Army, I was 17 years old. It was 2004, and I went to the recruitment center located on Fray Luis Street. I decided to become a Sergeant for different reasons that I will try to explain.

Firstly, I wanted to be a Sergeant because I loved the idea of contributing to creating an environment of good judgment, positivity, team building, and positive interactions among personnel and our future soldiers.

Secondly, I believe I have demonstrated

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Personal Letters, Spanish Phrases, and Vocabulary Lists

Letter to Anna: Friendship, Music, Family Life

Hi there Anna,

I don’t know if you got my first message. I’ve been having problems with my computer. Sometimes it’s a piece of junk… anyway, I decided to send the message again. Well, I have to tell you that I’m really excited about the beginning of our friendship. I’m sure it’s going to be really fun; maybe we could become BFF!

I’d like to tell you a little bit more about me. To begin, I’ll tell you that I love music – most kinds of

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