C2 Set 1 (First days + Education)

Convey

To mean or communicate something.

Daunting

Overwhelming or intimidating.

Gentrification

The process of renovating or improving a neighborhood, often resulting in the displacement of lower-income residents.

Entry test

A prueba de clasificación, a test taken to determine one's level or eligibility for a certain program or position.

Public servant examinations

Exams taken by individuals seeking employment in the public sector.

"National exam"

A standardized test administered nationwide.

Smooth

Having a flat, even surface.

Hurdle

An obstacle or challenge.

Journey

A trip or process of traveling from one place to another.

Knack

A natural skill or talent.

Strategy

A plan or approach for achieving a goal.

Undemanding

Not requiring much effort or difficulty.

Other

Something or someone different or distinct from what has been mentioned.

To be in the cards/on the cards

To be likely or possible.

Accommodate

To provide lodging or make adjustments for someone or something.

Enhance

To improve or make something better.

To shy away (from)

To avoid or stay away from something.

To loom ahead (on the horizon)

To be approaching or coming soon.

To drop off

To decrease or diminish.

To sink in

To be understood or comprehended.

Stand by

To support or be ready to help.

FANBOYS

Acronym for coordinating conjunctions (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So).

Lifelong learning

The concept of continuous learning throughout one's life.

At the forefront

Leading or in a prominent position.

To foresee

To predict or anticipate.

Glossy screen

A screen with a shiny or reflective surface.

Algorithm

A set of rules or steps used to solve a problem or perform a task.

Interact with their peers

To engage or communicate with others of the same age or status.

Hands-on tasks

Activities that involve practical experience or direct involvement.

Embed

To incorporate or integrate something into something else.

Natural way

A method or approach that is inherent or instinctive.

Slow-pace development

Progress or growth that occurs at a leisurely or gradual rate.

To lead

To guide or be in charge of.

Later in life

At a later stage or period of one's life.

Tenet

A principle or belief.

Cringe-worthy

Embarrassing or cringeworthy.

To make strides

To make progress or significant advancements.

Entrap

To catch or trap someone or something.

To be spot on

To be accurate or correct.

Rings true

Sounds honest or genuine.

Reassess

To evaluate or reconsider something.

To fly in the face of (popular opinion)

To go against or contradict.

Dwell

To live or reside.

Patently

Obviously or clearly.

Purportedly

Supposedly or apparently.

To be cut out to be a singer

To be suited or destined for a specific role or profession.

Struck a chord with me

Resonated or deeply affected me.

Galling

Irritating or frustrating.

Dire

Urgent or disastrous.

Food for thought

Something to think about or consider.

To change tack

To change strategies or approaches.

Lifelong employability

The ability to maintain employment throughout one's life.

Gaining new skills

Acquiring or learning new abilities.

Capabilities

Skills or abilities.

Thrive throughout their careers

To succeed or prosper in one's professional life.

Apprenticeship

A program or period of training under a skilled worker.

Train and retrain

To continuously train and update one's skills.

Innovative digital programs

Technologically advanced educational programs.

Executive coaching and mentoring

Guidance and support provided by experienced professionals.

Quality technical training

High-quality training in technical skills.

Appear some problems

Obstacles that arise or come up.

Hurdle

An obstacle or challenge.

Look for balance

To seek or strive for equilibrium.

Source of motivation

Something that inspires or drives motivation.

Information and communication technology (ICT)

Technology used for information processing and communication.

Thing

Point or aspect.

Limits

Boundaries or restrictions.

Control

To monitor or regulate.

Advantage/benefit

A positive outcome or advantage.

Because

Since or as.

Ignore

Neglect or disregard.

Speed up, coexist, praise, reward

Actions or behaviors.

It's not all sunshine and rainbows

It's not always easy or perfect.

Miraculously

In a miraculous or extraordinary manner.

Hinder

To obstruct or impede.

Evolved

Developed or progressed.

Profound

Deep or significant.

Expertise

Specialized knowledge or skill.

Employability

The ability to be employed or find work.

Enhances

Improves or enhances.

Pursuit

The act of seeking or striving for something.

Competitiveness

The quality of being competitive or driven.

Organically

Naturally or without artificial intervention.

Acquire

To obtain or gain.

Globalization

The process of international integration and interdependence.

Ultimately

In the end or eventually.

Firm

A company or business.

Capabilities

Skills or abilities.

Apprenticeship

A program or period of training under a skilled worker.

Ethical implications of

Moral considerations or consequences related to.

Cultural heritage

The practices, beliefs, and traditions of a particular culture.

To address social inequalities

To tackle or confront disparities in society.

Reliance on social media

Dependence or trust placed on social media platforms.

Genetic engineering and designer babies

Manipulation of genes and the creation of genetically modified babies.

To better prepare

To improve or enhance preparation.

Parenting

The act of raising and caring for children.

Thrown in the towel

To give up or surrender.

Hold sway

To have influence or control.

Using technology to enhance learning

Utilizing technology to improve the learning experience.

Feedback

Information or comments provided to improve performance or understanding.