I was thinking ahead and bought some extra food, just in case.

The new employee is calm, which be an essential trait for working in customer service. (In this sentence, "be" means to have the quality of being calm.) El nuevo empleado es sereno, lo que es una característica esencial para trabajar en atención al cliente. (En esta oración, "ser" significa tener la calidad de ser sereno.)

2. be identical to.

The two copies of the document be identical, making it impossible to determine which one is the original. Los dos ejemplares del documento sean idénticos, lo que hace imposible determinar cuál es el original.

3. occupy a certain position or area.

The new restaurant will be located on the corner of Main Street and Elm Avenue, right next to the city's famous fountain. El nuevo restaurante se ubicará en la esquina de calle Main y Avenida Elm, justo al lado de la famosa fuente de la ciudad.

4. have an existence, be extant.

The ancient city of Pompeii still be on the Italian coast, despite being buried under volcanic ash for centuries. La ciudad antigua de Pompeya sigue estando en la costa italiana, a pesar de estar enterrada bajo cenizas volcánicas durante siglos.

5. happen, occur, take place.

The storm was expected to be severe, so we stocked up on supplies and boarded up the windows. La tormenta se esperaba que fuera severa, por lo que nos aprovisionamos de suministros y acristalamos las ventanas.

6. be identical or equivalent to.

The new smartphone **be** a clone of the latest iPhone model, sharing many of its features and design elements. El nuevo smartphone **será** una copia del último modelo de iPhone, compartiendo muchos de sus características y elementos de diseño.

7. form or compose.

The songwriter spent hours be-ing the melody, carefully crafting each note to create a haunting harmony. El compositor pasó horas siendo la melodía, cuidadosamente labrando cada nota para crear un armonía aterciopelada.

8. work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function.

As a freelance writer, she be based out of her home office to focus on her latest novel. Como escritora independiente, ella trabaja desde su oficina en casa para enfocarse en su última novela.

9. represent, as of a character on stage.

The actor will be Shakespeare's Hamlet in tonight's performance. El actor será Hamlet de Shakespeare en la representación de esta noche.

10. spend or use time.

I'll be watching the game all afternoon, so don't disturb me. Voy a estar viendo el partido toda la tarde, así que no me molestes.

11. have life, be alive.

The newborn baby was still learning to be, struggling to breathe and adjusting to its new life outside the womb. El bebé recién nacido todavía estaba aprendiendo a ser, luchando por respirar y adaptándose a su nueva vida fuera del útero.

12. to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form.

The hikers made sure to be off the trail by nightfall so they could be alone and enjoy their campsite without disturbance. Los senderistas se aseguraron de estar fuera del camino por la hora nocturna para poder estar solos y disfrutar de su acampada sin molestar.

13. be priced at.

The new smartphone will be $800, making it one of the most expensive models on the market. El nuevo smartphone costará $800, lo que lo hará uno de los modelos más caros en el mercado.

Conjugation

Pronoun	Conjugation
I	I am
You	You are
He/She/It	He/She/It is
We	We are
You	You are
They	They are

Complete conjugation.

think verb

1. judge or regard.

She thinks him to be one of the most talented musicians in the industry, and his latest album is no exception. Ella piensa que él es uno de los músicos más talentosos de la industria y su último álbum no es excepción.

2. expect, believe, or suppose.

I think it will rain tomorrow, so I'll bring an umbrella to the park. Pienso que llueva mañana, así que llevaré un paraguas al parque.

3. use or exercise the mind or one's power of reason in order to make inferences, decisions, or arrive at a solution or judgments.

After careful consideration, she thinks critically about the pros and cons of switching jobs before making a decision. Después de una cuidadosa consideración, ella piensa críticamente sobre los pros y contras de cambiar de trabajo antes de tomar una decisión.

4. recall knowledge from memory.

After studying all night, she thought back to the key concepts in her psychology textbook and was able to answer the exam questions confidently. Después de estudiar toda la noche, se acordó de los conceptos clave en su libro de texto de psicología y pudo responder las preguntas del examen con confianza.

5. imagine or visualize.

As I sat in the quiet forest, I liked to think of myself as a brave adventurer, exploring uncharted territories and discovering hidden treasures. Mientras me sentaba en el silencioso bosque, me gustaba pensar que era un valiente aventurero, explorando territorios no cartografiados y descubriendo tesoros escondidos.

6. focus one's attention on a certain state.

As I sat in silence, I think about the beauty of nature and let my worries fade away. Mientras me senté en silencio, pienso en la belleza de la naturaleza y dejo que mis preocupaciones se desvanecen.

7. have in mind as a purpose.

She thinks to travel around the world after graduating from college, so she's been saving money and applying for scholarships. Ella piensa viajar por todo el mundo después de graduarse en la universidad, así que ha estado ahorrando dinero y solicitando becas.

8. decide by pondering, reasoning, or reflecting.

After weighing the pros and cons, she decided to think carefully about her next career move before making any changes. Después de ponderar los pros y contras, ella decidió pensar cuidadosamente en su próximo movimiento en carrera antes de hacer cualquier cambio.

9. ponder.

As I lay in bed, I couldn't help but think about the events of the day and how they had unfolded. Mientras yacía en la cama, no podía evitar pensar en los eventos del día y cómo se habían desarrollado.

10. dispose the mind in a certain way.

After reading the book, she thought deeply about the themes and symbolism to gain a deeper understanding of the author's message. Después de leer el libro, ella reflexionó profundamente sobre los temas y la simbología para obtener una comprensión más profunda del mensaje del autor.

11. have or formulate in the mind.

As she lay in bed, Sarah thought about all the possibilities of her future career. Mientras yacía en la cama, Sarah pensó en todas las posibilidades de su carrera futura.

12. be capable of conscious thought.

After a good night's sleep, I think clearly and am able to tackle complex problems with ease. Dospues de una buena noche de sueño, creo con claridad y puedo abordar problemas complejos con facilidad.

13. bring into a given condition by mental preoccupation.

The artist thought deeply about her next painting, trying to bring together the abstract shapes and colors in her mind. El artista pensó profundamente sobre su próxima pintura, tratando de unir las formas y colores abstractos en su mente.

Conjugation

Pronoun	Conjugation
I	I think.
You	You think.
He/She/It	He/She/It thinks.
We	We think.
You	You think.
They	They think.

Complete conjugation.

ahead adverb

1. at or in the front.

The pilot navigated the plane ahead, expertly avoiding turbulence and ensuring a smooth landing. El piloto navegó el avión hacia adelante, evitando con habilidad la turbulencia y asegurando un aterrizaje suave.

2. toward the future.

The company is looking ahead to its expansion plans, which will create new job opportunities in the coming years. La empresa se enfoca en sus planes de expansión, que crearán nuevas oportunidades laborales en los próximos años.

3. in a forward direction.

The pilot flew the plane ahead of schedule, arriving at our destination two hours earlier than expected. El piloto voló el avión con antelación con respecto al horario previsto y llegamos a nuestro destino dos horas antes de lo esperado.

4. ahead of time.

The team is working ahead to ensure that all projects are completed by the deadline, which will give them a head start in preparing for the next phase. El equipo está trabajando con anticipación para asegurarse de que todos los proyectos se completen dentro del plazo límite, lo que les dará un anticipo en la preparación para la próxima fase.

5. to a more advanced or advantageous position.

The company's decision to invest in renewable energy will put us ahead of our competitors in the market, giving us a significant advantage. La decisión de la empresa de invertir en energía renovable nos pondrá por delante de nuestros competidores en el mercado, otorgándonos una ventaja significativa.

6. to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward the future).

As technology continues to advance ahead of schedule, we're expecting significant improvements in our products by the end of the year. Mientras la tecnología continúa avanzando con anticipación, esperamos importantes mejoras en nuestros productos a fin de año.

7. leading or ahead in a competition.

The company's innovative approach has allowed them to stay ahead in the market, consistently outperforming their competitors. El enfoque innovador de la empresa les ha permitido mantenerse a la vanguardia del mercado, superando consistentemente a sus competidores.

buy verb

1. obtain by purchase.

She bought a new laptop online and had it delivered to her doorstep. Ella compró un nuevo portátil en línea y lo tuvo entregado en su puerta de entrada.

2. make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence.

3. be worth or be capable of buying.

The new smartphone is so cheap that it buys itself, making it an excellent value for money. El nuevo teléfono inteligente es tan barato que se compra solo, lo que lo convierte en un valor excelente para el dinero.

4. acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange.

The farmer bought a new tractor from the local dealership to replace his old one, which had broken down after years of use. El agricultor compró un nuevo tractor en la tienda de repuestos locales para reemplazar el antiguo, que se había averiado después de años de uso.

5. accept as true.

The jury was asked to buy the defense's argument that the defendant was acting in self-defense, but ultimately decided against it. El jurado fue preguntado para comprar el argumento de la defensa de que el acusado estaba actuando en defensa propia, pero finalmente decidió en contra de él.

Conjugation

Pronoun	Conjugation
I	I buy.
You	You buy.
He/She/It	He/She/It buys.
We	We buy.
You	You buy.
They	They buy.

Complete conjugation.

extra adjective

food noun

1. any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue.

The hiker's backpack was filled with non-perishable food, including energy bars and trail mix, to sustain her for several days in the wilderness. La mochila del excursionista estaba llena de alimentos no perecederos, incluyendo barras energéticas y mezcla de camino, para mantenerla durante varios días en el bosque salvaje.

2. any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment.

The farmer's market offered a variety of fresh food, including organic fruits and vegetables, for sale to customers. El mercado del agricultor ofreció una variedad de alimentos frescos, incluyendo frutas y verduras ecológicas, para la venta a los clientes.

3. anything that provides mental stimulus for thinking.

The professor used complex mathematical concepts as food for thought, challenging his students to solve intriguing problems. El profesor utilizó conceptos matemáticos complejos como alimento para la reflexión, desafiando a sus estudiantes a resolver problemas intrigantes.

just adverb

1. and nothing more.

I've just finished my homework, so I'm ready to go out with friends tonight. (Here, "just" indicates that the speaker has completed their homework and is now free to do something else.) Hecho mi tarea recién, así que estoy listo para salir con amigos esta noche." (Note: The translation is literal, maintaining the same structure and meaning as the original sentence.)

2. indicating exactness or preciseness.

The scientist carefully measured the sample just to get the precise reading, ensuring accurate results in her research. El científico midió cuidadosamente la muestra solo para obtener la lectura precisa, asegurando resultados precisos en su investigación.

3. only a moment ago.

I just received a text message from my friend, and now I have to respond immediately. Acabo de recibir un mensaje de texto de mi amigo y ahora tengo que responder inmediatamente.

4. (used for emphasis) absolutely.

I just can't take it anymore Traducción de 'I just can't take it anymore'

He was just grand as romeo Traducción de 'He was just grand as romeo'

It's simply beautiful! Traducción de 'It's simply beautiful!'

5. only a very short time before.

I just arrived from the party and am still catching my breath; it was so crazy! Acabo de llegar desde la fiesta y estoy todavía recuperándome; fue tan loco!

6. possibly (indicating a slight chance of something being true).

It might just happen Traducción de 'It might just happen'

7. exactly at this moment or the moment described.

I just arrived, so I haven't had a chance to unpack yet. Acabo de llegar, así que todavía no he tenido tiempo para desempaquetar aún.

8. by a little.

I only just caught the bus Traducción de 'I only just caught the bus'

He finished the marathon in just under 3 hours Traducción de 'He finished the marathon in just under 3 hours'

It was barely 5 a.m. Traducción de 'It was barely 5 a.m.'

The network has barely 5 percent of viewers Traducción de 'The network has barely 5 percent of viewers'

The batter just missed being hit Traducción de 'The batter just missed being hit'

case noun

1. an occurrence of something.

The detective was investigating a high-profile case involving a wealthy businessman's murder. El detective estaba investigando un caso de perfil alto que involucraba el asesinato de un empresario adinerado.

2. a special set of circumstances.

The unusual weather patterns in this region have created a rare case of drought, affecting the local agriculture industry. Los patrones climáticos atípicos en esta región han creado un caso raro de sequía, lo que afecta la industria agrícola local.

3. a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy.

The lawyer spent hours reviewing the evidence to build a strong case against the defendant, determined to prove their guilt. El abogado pasó horas revisando la evidencia para construir un caso sólido contra el acusado, decidido a demostrar su culpabilidad.

4. the actual state of things.

After conducting an investigation, the detective presented her findings to reveal the true case: the businessman had been embezzling funds from his company for years. Después de realizar una investigación, la detective presentó sus hallazgos para revelar el verdadero caso: el empresario había estado desviando fondos de su empresa durante años.

5. a portable container for carrying several objects.

She packed her makeup case with all the essentials before heading out for a night on the town. Ella empacó su maleta de maquillaje con todos los esenciales antes de salir para pasar la noche en la ciudad.

6. a person requiring professional services.

The lawyer spent hours reviewing the case, preparing to defend her client in court. El abogado pasó horas revisando el caso, preparándose para defender a su cliente en la corte.

7. a person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures.

The researchers carefully selected 100 cases for their study on the effects of meditation on mental health. Los investigadores seleccionaron con cuidado 100 casos para su estudio sobre los efectos de la meditación en la salud mental.

8. a problem requiring investigation.

The detective was tasked with solving the murder case, which had gone cold several years prior. El detective fue encargado de resolver el caso de asesinato, que había ido frío varios años antes.

9. a statement of facts and reasons used to support an argument.

In her opening statement, the lawyer presented a strong case against the defendant, citing eyewitness testimony and forensic evidence. En su declaración inicial, el abogado presentó un caso fuerte contra el acusado, citando testimonio de testigos y evidencia forense.

10. the quantity contained in a case.

The wine shop is offering a special deal on cases of our finest Cabernet Sauvignon, with each case containing six bottles. La tienda de vinos ofrece un trato especial en casos de nuestro Cabernet Sauvignon de mejor calidad, con cada caso que contiene seis botellas.

11. nouns or pronouns or adjectives (often marked by inflection) related in some way to other words in a sentence.

The verb's case is singular because it agrees with the singular subject "cat". In this sentence, "case" refers to the grammatical form of the verb that matches the number of the subject. La caso del verbo es singular porque se ajusta al sujeto singular "gato". En esta oración, "caso" se refiere a la forma gramatical del verbo que coincide con el número del sujeto.

12. a specific state of mind that is temporary.

After a few hours of meditation, she slipped into a peaceful case, where her worries seemed to melt away. Después de varias horas de meditación, se sumió en un estado pacífico, donde sus preocupaciones parecían fundirse.

13. a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities).

The millionaire was a case, known for his flamboyant fashion sense and outrageous spending habits. El millonario era un caso conocido por su sentido de moda llamativo y sus hábitos de gasto desorbitados.

14. a specific size and style of type within a type family.

The graphic designer carefully selected the Garamond case for the title font to give it a classic, elegant look. El diseñador gráfico seleccionó cuidadosamente el caso Garamond para la tipografía del título con el fin de darle un aspecto clásico y elegante.

15. an enveloping structure or covering enclosing an animal or plant organ or part.

The bee's honeycomb cell has a delicate case of wax that protects its contents from external damage. La celda de abeja tiene un delgado caso de cera que protege su contenido contra daños externos.

16. the housing or outer covering of something.

The laptop's case was scratched and dented, but the internal components were still functional. El caso del portátil estaba rayado y dentado, pero los componentes internos seguían siendo funcionales.

17. the enclosing frame around a door or window opening.

The architect carefully designed the case to ensure it blended seamlessly with the rest of the building's façade. El arquitecto diseñó con cuidado el caso para asegurarse de que se integrara perfectamente en la fachada del resto del edificio.

18. (printing) the receptacle in which a compositor has his type, which is divided into compartments for the different letters, spaces, or numbers.

The typesetter carefully lifted the case off the press, revealing the perfectly set lines of text. El corretor de tipos levantó con cuidado el caso del prensa, revelando las líneas de texto perfectamente establecidas.

19. bed linen consisting of a cover for a pillow.

The hotel room was well-equipped with a comfortable bed and a set of crisp, white pillow cases. El cuarto de hotel estaba bien equipado con una cama cómoda y un conjunto de fundas de almohadas blancas y crujientes.

20. a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home.

The antique dealer carefully placed each piece of jewelry into its velvet-lined case to preserve its beauty. El anticuario colocó con cuidado cada pieza de joyería en su estuche forrada de terciopelo para preservar su belleza.