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    Resources Translator Life is too short to waste one's time.

Life is too short to waste one's time.

Translation result
La vida es demasiado corta para perder el tiempo. Life is too short to waste one's time.


life noun

1. a characteristic state or mode of living.

The nomadic lifestyle has been her life for decades, and she wouldn't have it any other way. El estilo de vida nómada ha sido su vida durante décadas y no lo cambiaría por nada del mundo.

2. the experience of being alive.

She reflected on her life and realized that she had accomplished more than she thought possible. Ella reflexionó sobre su vida y se dio cuenta de que había logrado más de lo que pensaba posible.

3. the course of existence of an individual.

She reflected on her life, thinking about all the milestones she had achieved and the challenges she had overcome. Ella reflexionó sobre su vida, pensando en todos los hitos que había alcanzado y los desafíos que había superado.

4. the condition of living or the state of being alive.

After the near-fatal accident, Sarah was grateful for her life and made a conscious effort to appreciate every moment. Después del accidente cerca de mortal, Sarah se sintió agradecida por su vida y hizo un esfuerzo consciente para apreciar cada momento.

5. the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death).

The new smartphone had a limited life before its battery started to drain quickly, requiring frequent recharges. El nuevo teléfono inteligente tenía una vida limitada antes de que su batería empezara a agotarse rápidamente, lo que requería recargas frecuentes.

6. the period between birth and the present time.

After living through a lifetime of ups and downs, she reflected on her life and felt grateful for all the experiences she had. Después de vivir una vida llena de altibos y bajos, ella reflexionó sobre su vida y se sintió agradecida por todos los experiencias que había tenido.

7. the period from the present until death.

After her diagnosis, Sarah began to reevaluate her priorities and make the most of her remaining life, cherishing time with loved ones. Después de su diagnóstico, Sarah comenzó a reevaluar sus prioridades y hacer lo mejor con el resto de su vida, apreciando el tiempo con seres queridos.

8. a living person.

The doctor saved the life of the injured hiker who was trapped on the mountain. El médico salvó la vida del excursionista herido que estaba atrapado en la montaña.

9. animation and energy in action or expression.

The artist poured her life into every brushstroke, imbuing the painting with an undeniable vitality that seemed to pulse with energy. La artista vertió su vida en cada pincelada, infundiendo la pintura con una vitalidad innegable que parecía latir con energía.

10. living things collectively.

The diversity of life on Earth is truly remarkable, with millions of species ranging from tiny bacteria to massive blue whales. La diversidad de la vida en la Tierra es verdaderamente impresionante, con millones de especies que van desde bacterias diminutas hasta grandes ballenas azules.

11. the organic phenomenon that distinguishes living organisms from nonliving ones.

The discovery of water on Mars has sparked new hope for finding signs of life beyond our planet. El descubrimiento de agua en Marte ha generado nueva esperanza para encontrar indicios de vida más allá de nuestro planeta.

12. an account of the series of events making up a person's life.

The biographer spent years researching her subject's life, pouring over old letters and diaries to get a comprehensive understanding of her experiences. La biógrafa pasó años investigando la vida de su objeto de estudio, repasando viejos cartas y diarios para obtener una comprensión integral de sus experiencias.

13. a motive for living.

After her diagnosis, she found new purpose in life and dedicated herself to raising awareness about cancer research. Después de su diagnóstico, encontró un nuevo propósito en la vida y se dedicó a concienciar sobre investigación del cáncer.

14. a prison term lasting as long as the prisoner lives.

The doctor told the patient that his new medication would improve the quality of his life. El médico le dijo al paciente que su nueva medicación mejorarla la calidad de su vida.

doughnut noun

1. a toroidal shape.

A ring of ships in the harbor Traducción de 'A ring of ships in the harbor'
A halo of smoke Traducción de 'A halo of smoke'

2. a small ring-shaped friedcake.


too adverb

1. to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits.

The new policy has been implemented too aggressively, causing widespread confusion among employees. La nueva política ha sido implementada de manera demasiado agresiva, lo que está causando confusión generalizada entre los empleados.
She spent too much money on her birthday party, and now she's struggling to pay off the credit card debt. Ella gastó demasiado dinero en la fiesta de su cumpleaños y ahora está luchando para pagar el saldo del débito de tarjeta de crédito.

2. in addition.

I'm going to the store, and too I'll pick up some milk on my way back home. Me voy al tienda y también me llevaré leche en el camino de regreso a casa.
She's studying for her exam, but too she's been practicing her presentation skills to feel more confident. Ella está estudiando para su examen, pero también ha estado practicando sus habilidades de presentación para sentirse más segura.

short adjective

1. primarily temporal sense.

The short duration of the meeting left little time for discussion, so we had to focus on the most critical issues. La duración breve de la reunión dejó poco tiempo para la discusión, por lo que tuvimos que enfocarnos en los asuntos críticos más importantes.

2. (primarily spatial sense) having little length or lacking in length.

The short road led to a secluded beach, perfect for a quiet afternoon of reading and relaxation. El camino corto llevó hasta una playa solitaria, perfecta para un tarde tranquila de lectura y relajación.

3. low in stature.

The short man had to stand on his tiptoes to reach the top shelf in the grocery store, struggling to find a pair of pants that fit him comfortably. El hombre bajo tuvo que pararse en sus puntos para alcanzar la estantería superior del supermercado, luchando por encontrar un par de pantalones que se ajustaran cómodamente a él.

4. (of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range.

The professor warned her students that they would need to review their notes regularly, as she had noticed that John was having trouble retaining information due to his short memory. El profesor advirtió a sus estudiantes que necesitarían revisar regularmente sus apuntes, ya que había notado que Juan tenía dificultades para retener la información debido a su memoria breve.

5. not holding securities or commodities that one sells in expectation of a fall in prices.

The trader took a short position on the stock market, betting that the value would decline in the coming weeks. El comerciante tomó una posición corta en el mercado de valores, apostando por que el valor disminuiría en las próximas semanas.

6. of speech sounds or syllables of relatively short duration.

The phonologist studied the characteristics of short vowels in many languages, noting their unique acoustic properties. El fonólogo estudió las características de los vocales breves en muchos idiomas, observando sus propiedades acústicas únicas.

waste verb

1. spend thoughtlessly.

She tends to waste her money on expensive clothes and accessories, neglecting to save for more important things. Ella tiende a despilfarrar su dinero en ropa y accesorios caros, descuidando ahorrar para cosas más importantes.

2. use inefficiently or inappropriately.

The company wasted its resources by investing in a project that failed to generate any returns. La empresa desperdicio sus recursos al invertir en un proyecto que no generó ninguno de los resultados esperados.

3. get rid of.

The company decided to waste its old inventory by holding a clearance sale to make room for new products. La empresa decidió desperdiciar su inventario viejo al organizar una venta de liquidación para hacer sitio para productos nuevos.

4. run off as waste.

The new water filter was designed to prevent the wastewater from wasting into the nearby stream. El nuevo filtro de agua fue diseñado para prevenir que el agua residual se desechara en la corriente de agua cercana.

5. get rid of (someone who may be a threat) by killing.

6. spend extravagantly.

The company wasted millions of dollars on lavish parties and unnecessary renovations, causing financial strain for years to come. La empresa derrochó millones de dólares en fiestas lujosas y renovaciones innecesarias, lo que causó estrés financiero durante años por venir.

7. lose vigor, health, or flesh, as through grief.

After losing his beloved wife in a tragic accident, John began to waste away from the inside out, struggling to find the will to eat or care for himself. Después de perder a su esposa querida en un accidente trágico, John comenzó a desmejorarse desde dentro hacia fuera, luchando por encontrar la voluntad para comer o cuidar de sí mismo.

8. cause to grow thin or weak.

The disease began to waste away John's once-strong body, leaving him frail and exhausted. La enfermedad comenzó a desgastar el cuerpo robusto de Juan, dejándolo débil y exhausto.

9. cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly.

The devastating earthquake wasted the entire city, leaving only rubble and debris in its wake. El devastador terremoto arrasó toda la ciudad, dejando solo escombros y desechos en su rastro.

10. become physically weaker.

After months of illness, John's body began to waste away, leaving him gaunt and exhausted. Después de meses de enfermedad, el cuerpo de John comenzó a descomponerse, dejándolo flaco y agotado.

late adjective

1. being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time.

The late evening sun cast a warm glow over the beach, creating a romantic atmosphere for our dinner date. El sol de la tarde tardía proyectó un brillo cálido sobre la playa, creando un ambiente romántico para nuestra cita de comida.

2. of a later stage in the development of a language or literature.

The late Middle English period saw the rise of Chaucerian influences on poetry, characterized by a more complex and nuanced use of language. El período de la tardía Edad Media inglesa vio el auge de influencias chaucierianas en la poesía, caracterizadas por un uso más complejo y nuanciado del lenguaje.

3. at or toward an end or late period or stage of development.

The company's financial reports were always late, causing investors to worry about the firm's stability. Los informes financieros de la empresa siempre llegaban tarde, lo que hacía inquietar a los inversores sobre la estabilidad de la firma.