The copy machine is down. You'll have to wait until it is repaired.

The teacher asked the student to bring a copy of their homework assignment so that she could review it. El profesor le pidió al estudiante que trajera una copia de su tarea para que ella la revisara.

2. a thing made to be similar or identical to another thing.

The designer spent hours creating a perfect copy of the ancient vase, paying close attention to every detail. El diseñador pasó horas creando una copia perfecta de la vetusta vasija, prestando mucha atención a cada detalle.

3. matter to be printed.

The marketing team is working on the final copy of the brochure, making sure it's free of errors before sending it to print. El equipo de marketing está trabajando en la versión final del folleto, asegurándose de que esté libre de errores antes de enviarlo a imprimir.

4. material suitable for a journalistic account.

The journalist spent hours gathering copy from various sources to write an in-depth exposé on corruption in the government. El periodista pasó horas recopilando información de diferentes fuentes para escribir un reportaje exhaustivo sobre la corrupción en el gobierno.

machine noun

1. any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks.

The industrial machine on the assembly line efficiently assembled the components into a complete product, reducing production time by half. La máquina industrial en la línea de ensamblaje ensambló eficientemente los componentes en un producto completo, reduciendo el tiempo de producción por la mitad.

2. an efficient person.

The new marketing manager is a machine when it comes to meeting deadlines and exceeding targets, consistently delivering high-quality results. El nuevo gerente de marketing es una máquina cuando se trata de cumplir plazos y superar metas, siempre entregando resultados de alta calidad.

3. an intricate organization that accomplishes its goals efficiently.

The well-oiled machine of the company's marketing department quickly adapted to the changing market trends, resulting in a significant increase in sales. El equipo bien engrasado del departamento de marketing de la empresa se adaptó rápidamente a los cambios en las tendencias del mercado, lo que llevó a un aumento significativo en las ventas.

4. a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point.

The industrial machine was able to lift and move heavy loads across the factory floor, thanks to its powerful hydraulic system. La máquina industrial fue capaz de levantar y mover cargas pesadas a través del suelo de la fábrica gracias a su sistema hidráulico potente.

5. a group that controls the activities of a political party.

The Democratic Party machine has been accused of rigging the primaries to favor their own candidates. La máquina del Partido Demócrata ha sido acusada de manipular las primarias para favorecer a sus propios candidatos.

6. a motor vehicle with four wheels.

The sleek black machine pulled out of the parking lot and sped down the highway. El máquina negra y elegante salió del estacionamiento y aceleró por la autopista.

be verb

1. have the quality of being.

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.

down adverb

1. spatially or metaphorically from a higher to a lower level or position.

As she walked down the stairs, her confidence began to wane with each step. Mientras descendía por las escaleras, su confianza comenzó a debilitarse con cada paso.

2. away from a more central or a more northerly place.

After leaving the bustling city center, we headed down to the coastal town for some relaxation. Después de dejar el centro de la ciudad bullicioso, nos dirigimos hacia el pueblo costero para disfrutar un poco de relajación.

3. paid in cash at time of purchase.

I paid down my tuition fees upfront, so I didn't have to worry about owing money later on. Pagué mis cuotas de matrícula con anticipación, por lo que no tuve que preocuparme por adeudar dinero más tarde.

4. from an earlier time.

The ancient civilization flourished down in the fertile valleys of Mesopotamia, where agriculture had been practiced for thousands of years. La antigua civilización floreció en las valles fértiles de Mesopotamia, donde la agricultura se había practicado durante miles de años.

5. to a lower intensity.

The music gradually went down, and the crowd began to disperse quietly. La música fue gradualmente bajando y la multitud comenzó a dispersarse tranquilamente.

6. in an inactive or inoperative state.

The team went down after losing their star player, and they failed to score a single goal for the rest of the game. El equipo descendió después de perder al jugador estelar y no logró marcar un solo gol para el resto del partido.

have verb

1. have or possess, either in a concrete or an abstract sense.

She has a beautiful garden with a variety of flowers and trees that she tends to every weekend. Ella tiene un jardín hermoso con una variedad de flores y árboles que atiende cada fin de semana.

2. have as a feature.

The new smartphone has a sleek design, making it stand out in the market. El nuevo teléfono inteligente tiene un diseño elegante, lo que lo hace destacarse en el mercado.

3. go through (mental or physical states or experiences).

After a long illness, she has been through a lot of physical therapy to regain her strength and mobility. Después de una larga enfermedad, ha pasado por mucho terapia física para recuperar su fuerza y movilidad.

4. have ownership or possession of.

She has inherited her grandmother's antique jewelry, which is now on display in her living room. Ella ha heredado el joyería antigua de su abuela, que ahora se exhibe en su sala de estar.

5. cause to move.

The strong winds had the trees swaying gently in the orchard, causing them to creak and groan under their own weight. Los fuertes vientos tenían los árboles balanceándose suavemente en el huerto, lo que les hacía crujir y gemir bajo su propio peso.

6. serve oneself to, or consume regularly.

She likes to have a cup of coffee every morning to get her going for the day. Ella le gusta tener un tazón de café cada mañana para despertarse y estar lista para el día.

7. have a personal or business relationship with someone.

She has been working with John at the same company for five years, and they have developed a strong professional bond. Ella ha estado trabajando con John en la misma empresa durante cinco años y han desarrollado un vínculo profesional fuerte.

8. organize or be responsible for.

As the project leader, Sarah will have to organize the team and ensure that all tasks are completed on time. Como líder del proyecto, Sarah tendrá que organizar al equipo y asegurarse de que todas las tareas se completan a tiempo.

9. have left.

After packing her bags, Sarah has left for the airport to catch her flight. Después de empacar sus maletas, Sarah se ha ido al aeropuerto para coger su vuelo.

10. be confronted with.

The detective had to have the suspicious evidence, which led her straight to the culprit's doorstep. El detective tuvo que tener la evidencia sospechosa, lo que la llevó directamente a la puerta del acusado.

11. undergo.

The new employee is going to have her first training session today, where she'll learn about company policies and procedures. El nuevo empleado tendrá su primera sesión de capacitación hoy, donde aprenderá sobre políticas y procedimientos de la empresa.

12. suffer from.

After the accident, she has been having chronic back pain and finds it difficult to perform daily activities. Después del accidente, ella ha estado sufriendo dolor de espalda crónico y encuentra difícil realizar actividades diarias.

13. cause to do.

The teacher decided to have the students write an essay on their summer vacation, and they spent hours crafting their stories. El profesor decidió que los estudiantes escribieran un ensayo sobre sus vacaciones de verano y pasaron horas construyendo sus historias.

14. receive willingly something given or offered.

The charity has received many donations from generous donors to help with disaster relief efforts. La caridad ha recibido numerosos donativos de donantes generosos para ayudar con esfuerzos de auxilio en casos de desastre.

15. get something.

I have finally gotten my hands on the new iPhone that I've been waiting for. Tengo finalmente en mis manos el nuevo iPhone que esperaba.

16. undergo (as of injuries and illnesses).

After the accident, Sarah had to have surgery to repair her broken leg. Después del accidente, Sarah tuvo que someterse a una cirugía para reparar su pierna rotura.

17. achieve a point or goal.

After months of hard work, she finally had her dream job offer and was overjoyed. Después de meses de duro trabajo, ella finalmente tuvo la oferta laboral de sus sueños y estaba eufórica.

18. cause to be born.

The parents had their first child after trying for several years, and they were overjoyed at the arrival of their little one. Los padres tuvieron su primer hijo después de intentarlo durante varios años y se sintieron extremadamente felices al llegar del pequeño".

19. have sex with.

Conjugation

Pronoun	Conjugation
I	I have.
You	You have.
He/She/It	He/She/It has.
We	We have.
You	You have.
They	They have.

Complete conjugation.

wait verb

1. stay in one place and anticipate or expect something.

The tourists waited patiently at the bus stop, expecting the shuttle to arrive any minute now. Los turistas esperaron pacientemente en la parada de autobús, esperando que el shuttle llegue en cualquier momento ahora.

2. wait before acting.

The coach told the team to wait before making their move, letting the defense make the first play. El entrenador les dijo al equipo que esperaran antes de hacer su movimiento, permitiendo que la defensa hiciera el primer juego.

3. look forward to the probable occurrence of.

I'm waiting for the new season of my favorite TV show to start, and I can't stop thinking about all the exciting plot twists that will come next. Estoy esperando el nuevo episodio de mi programa de televisión favorito para que comience y no puedo parar de pensar en todos los giros argumentales emocionantes que vendrán a continuación.

4. serve as a waiter or waitress in a restaurant.

Sarah decided to wait tables at the new bistro downtown to make some extra money during her summer break. Sarah decidió esperar mesas en el nuevo bistrot de la ciudad centro para ganar algo más de dinero durante su vacaciones de verano.

Conjugation

Pronoun	Conjugation
I	I wait.
You	You wait.
He/She/It	He/She/It waits.
We	We wait.
You	You wait.
They	They wait.

Complete conjugation.

be verb

1. have the quality of being.

2. be identical to.

3. occupy a certain position or area.

4. have an existence, be extant.

5. happen, occur, take place.

6. be identical or equivalent to.

7. form or compose.

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.

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

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.

repair verb

1. restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken.

After examining the damaged engine, the mechanic decided to repair it by replacing the cracked cylinder head and reassembling the rest of the components. Después de examinar el motor dañado, el mecánico decidió repararlo reemplazando la culata de cilindro partida y reensamblando el resto de los componentes.

2. make amends for.

After apologizing for his mistake, John made an effort to repair the damage he had caused to his friend's trust by being more considerate in their future interactions. Después de disculparse por su error, Juan se esforzó en reparar el daño que había causado a la confianza de su amigo mediante una mayor consideración en sus interacciones futuras.

3. move, travel, or proceed toward some place.

The repair crew had to navigate through the dense forest to reach the stranded hikers. El equipo de reparación tuvo que navegar a través del bosque denso para llegar a los excursionistas varados.

4. set straight or right.

The carpenter was hired to repair the damaged floorboards in the old mansion. El carpintero fue contratado para reparar los tablones de madera dañados en la antigua mansión.

5. give new life or energy to.

After a long illness, the doctor's treatment managed to repair her frail body, and she was able to resume her active lifestyle. Después de una larga enfermedad, el tratamiento del médico logró reparar su cuerpo débil y pudo reincorporarse a su estilo de vida activo.