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    Resources Translator The test of a first rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function.

The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function.

Translation result
La prueba de una inteligencia de primer nivel es la capacidad de mantener dos ideas opuestas en la mente al mismo tiempo y aún así conservar la capacidad de funcionar. The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function.


test noun

1. trying something to find out about it.

The scientist designed a rigorous test to investigate the effects of climate change on the ecosystem. El científico diseñó un ensayo riguroso para investigar los efectos del cambio climático en el ecosistema.

2. any standardized procedure for measuring sensitivity or memory or intelligence or aptitude or personality etc.

The teacher administered a series of tests to assess the students' understanding of the new math curriculum. El profesor administró una serie de pruebas para evaluar el entendimiento de los estudiantes sobre el nuevo plan de matemáticas.

3. a set of questions or exercises evaluating skill or knowledge.

The teacher administered a comprehensive test to assess the students' understanding of the new math curriculum. El profesor administró un examen integral para evaluar el conocimiento de los estudiantes sobre el nuevo currículo de matemáticas.

4. the act of undergoing testing.

The new employee was nervous about taking the test, but he felt confident in his abilities after months of preparation. El nuevo empleado estaba nervioso por tomar el examen, pero se sentía seguro de sus habilidades después de meses de preparación.

5. the act of testing something.

The quality control team conducted a series of tests to ensure that the new product met the company's high standards before releasing it to the market. El equipo de control de calidad realizó una serie de pruebas para asegurarse de que el nuevo producto cumpliera con los altos estándares de la empresa antes de lanzarlo al mercado.

6. a hard outer covering as of some amoebas and sea urchins.

The marine biologist carefully removed the test from the sea urchin's back to examine its internal structure. El biólogo marino cuidadosamente retiró la prueba del dorso de la erizo de mar para examinar su estructura interna.

first adjective

1. preceding all others in time or space or degree.

The first astronauts to walk on the moon were Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin. Los primeros astronautas que caminaron en la luna fueron Neil Armstrong y Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin.
This is my first day at the new job, and I'm still trying to figure out how everything works. Este es mi primer día en el nuevo trabajo y todavía estoy intentando descubrir cómo funciona todo.

2. highest in pitch or chief among parts or voices or instruments or orchestra sections.

The first violinist took center stage and began to play a beautiful melody, her instrument singing out with a clear and soaring tone. El primer violinista tomó el centro del escenario y comenzó a tocar una melodía bella, su instrumento cantando con un tono claro y ascendente".
In the grand symphony, the first trumpet blew its bright, piercing notes, setting the tone for the rest of the orchestra. En la gran sinfonía, el primer trompeta soplo sus notas brillantes y penetrantes, estableciendo el tono para el resto de la orquesta.

rate noun

1. a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit.

The company's customer service rate has improved significantly since they implemented new training programs for their representatives. La tasa de servicio al cliente de la empresa ha mejorado significativamente desde que implementaron nuevos programas de entrenamiento para sus representantes.

2. amount of a charge or payment relative to some basis.

The hotel's daily rate includes breakfast and Wi-Fi, making it an excellent value for the price. El tipo diario del hotel incluye desayuno y conexión WiFi, lo que la hace un valor excelente por el precio.

3. the relative speed of progress or change.

The rate at which the company is expanding has been impressive, with new offices opening in several cities within the past year. La tasa a la que la empresa está expandiéndose ha sido impresionante, con nuevos despachos abiertos en varias ciudades dentro del pasado año.

4. a quantity or amount or measure considered as a proportion of another quantity or amount or measure.

The company's profit rate was significantly higher this quarter compared to the same period last year, which was attributed to their new marketing strategy. El tipo de ganancia de la empresa fue significativamente más alto este trimestre en comparación con el mismo período del año pasado, lo que se debió a su nueva estrategia publicitaria.

intelligence noun

1. the ability to comprehend.

The professor praised the student's intelligence, noting that she was able to quickly grasp complex concepts and apply them to real-world problems. El profesor elogió la inteligencia del estudiante, destacando que era capaz de asimilar rápidamente conceptos complejos y aplicarlos a problemas del mundo real.

2. a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy.

The military commander relied heavily on the intelligence agency to provide accurate assessments of the enemy's troop movements and tactics. El comandante militar se apoyaba en gran medida en la agencia de inteligencia para obtener evaluaciones precisas sobre los movimientos y tácticas del ejército enemigo.

3. secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy).

The military received crucial intelligence from their spy network, revealing the enemy's planned invasion date. La milicia recibió inteligencia crítica de su red de espías, revelando la fecha programada de invasión del enemigo.

4. information about recent and important events.

The CIA's intelligence report revealed that the terrorist organization had been planning a major attack on several major cities. El informe de inteligencia del CIA reveló que la organización terrorista había estado planeando un ataque mayor en varias ciudades importantes.

5. the operation of gathering information about an enemy.

The military relies heavily on intelligence gathered from reconnaissance missions to anticipate the enemy's next move. El ejército se apoya en gran medida en la inteligencia recopilada durante las misiones de reconocimiento para anticipar el próximo movimiento del enemigo.

place noun

1. a point located with respect to surface features of some region.

The map indicated that the ancient ruin was situated at a remote place in the mountains, accessible only by a narrow trail. El mapa indicó que la antigua ruina se encontraba en un lugar remoto en las montañas, accesible solo por un sendero estrecho.

2. any area set aside for a particular purpose.

The new park in town has become a popular place for families to have picnics and enjoy the outdoors. El nuevo parque en el pueblo se ha convertido en un lugar popular para que las familias pasen meriendas y disfruten del exterior.

3. an abstract mental location.

In her mind, she had a special place where she could escape from the stresses of daily life and feel at peace. En su mente, tenía un lugar especial donde podía escapar de los estrés del día a día y sentirse en paz.

4. a general vicinity.

The park is one of my favorite places to read a book on a sunny afternoon. El parque es uno de mis lugares favoritos para leer un libro en una tarde soleada.

5. the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another.

After her boss's sudden departure, Sarah found herself in the place of team leader and had to make some tough decisions to keep the project on track. Después de la repentina partida del jefe, Sarah se encontró en el lugar de líder del equipo y tuvo que tomar algunas decisiones difíciles para mantener el proyecto en camino.

6. a particular situation.

She found herself in a difficult place after losing her job and struggling to pay bills. Se encontró en un lugar difícil después de perder su trabajo y luchar por pagar facturas.

7. where you live at a particular time.

She moved to a new place last year and is still getting settled in. Ella se mudó a un lugar nuevo el año pasado y todavía está acostumbrándose.

8. a job in an organization.

After completing her degree, Sarah landed a place at a prestigious consulting firm and started working on high-profile projects. Después de completar su título, Sarah consiguió un lugar en una firma consultora prestigiosa y comenzó a trabajar en proyectos de alta perfil.

9. the particular portion of space occupied by something.

The hotel room was located in a quiet place on the top floor, offering a stunning view of the city. El habitación del hotel estaba ubicada en un lugar tranquilo en el piso superior, ofreciendo una vista impresionante de la ciudad.

10. proper or designated social situation.

The wedding reception was held at a fancy hotel, and it was the perfect place for the happy couple to celebrate with their friends and family. La recepción de boda se celebró en un hotel lujoso y fue el lugar perfecto para que la pareja feliz celebrara con sus amigos y familiares.

11. a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane).

The usher showed us to our place in the orchestra section of the concert hall. El ushers nos llevó a nuestro lugar en la sección de ópera del salón de concierto.

12. the passage that is being read.

The teacher asked the students to mark the place in their books where they would stop reading for the day. La maestra preguntó a los estudiantes que marcassen el lugar en sus libros donde detendrían la lectura ese día.

13. proper or appropriate position or location.

The instructor carefully placed the delicate vase in its proper place on the shelf to avoid any damage. El instructor colocó con cuidado el vaso delicado en su lugar adecuado en la estantería para evitar cualquier daño.

14. a public square with room for pedestrians.

The town's central place is always bustling with activity, from street performers to vendors selling local goods. El lugar central del pueblo siempre está lleno de actividad, desde artistas callejeros hasta vendedores que venden productos locales.

15. an item on a list or in a sequence.

The travel agent asked me to specify my top three places to visit in Europe, and I put Paris first on the list. El agente de viajes me pidió que especificara mis tres lugares favoritos para visitar en Europa y puse París en primer lugar en la lista.

16. a blank area.

Can you fill in this place on the bingo card with the correct letter? Puedes llenar este lugar en la tarjeta de bingo con la letra correcta?

ability noun

1. the quality of being able to perform.

Her ability to speak multiple languages has been invaluable in her international business dealings, allowing her to communicate effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. La capacidad de hablar varios idiomas ha sido invaluable en sus negocios internacionales, lo que le permite comunicarse efectivamente con clientes de diferentes orígenes.
The coach praised the team's ability to adapt quickly to new plays and strategies, which gave them an edge over their opponents in the championship game. El entrenador elogió la capacidad del equipo para adaptarse rápidamente a nuevos jugadas y estrategias, lo que les dio una ventaja sobre sus rivales en el partido de campeonato.

2. possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done.

The company values employees who possess exceptional problem-solving ability, which has led to innovative solutions and increased productivity. La empresa valora a los empleados que poseen habilidad para resolver problemas excepcional, lo que ha llevado a soluciones innovadoras y un aumento en la productividad.
Her ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terms made her an effective teacher, and her students loved her classes. La capacidad de comunicar ideas complejas en términos sencillos la convirtió en una profesora efectiva, y sus estudiantes amaban sus clases.

unfaithful adjective

1. not true to duty or obligation or promises.

An unfaithful lover Traducción de 'An unfaithful lover'

2. having sexual relations with someone other than your husband or wife, or your boyfriend or girlfriend.

Her husband was unfaithful Traducción de 'Her husband was unfaithful'

oppose verb

1. be against.

Express opposition to Traducción de 'Express opposition to'
We oppose the ban on abortion Traducción de 'We oppose the ban on abortion'

2. fight against or resist strongly.

The senator said he would oppose the bill Traducción de 'The senator said he would oppose the bill'
Don't fight it! Traducción de 'Don't fight it!'

3. contrast with equal weight or force.

4. set into opposition or rivalry.

Let them match their best athletes against ours Traducción de 'Let them match their best athletes against ours'
Pit a chess player against the russian champion Traducción de 'Pit a chess player against the russian champion'
He plays his two children off against each other Traducción de 'He plays his two children off against each other'

5. act against or in opposition to.

She reacts negatively to everything i say Traducción de 'She reacts negatively to everything i say'

6. be resistant to.

The board opposed his motion Traducción de 'The board opposed his motion'

idea noun

1. the content of cognition.

The artist's idea for the new sculpture was inspired by the beauty of nature, and it quickly gained popularity in the art world. La idea del artista para la nueva escultura fue inspirada en la belleza de la naturaleza y rápidamente ganó popularidad en el mundo del arte.

2. your intention.

She had an idea to start her own business, and she spent months planning and preparing before finally taking the leap. Ella tuvo la idea de lanzar su propio negocio y pasó meses planeando y preparándose antes de tomar finalmente el salto.

3. a personal view.

After reading the article, she formed an idea that the government's new policy was unfair to small businesses. Después de leer el artículo, ella formó la idea de que la nueva política del gobierno era injusta para las pequeñas empresas.

4. an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth.

The real estate agent gave me an idea of the property's value, which was higher than I had expected. El agente inmobiliario me dio una idea del valor de la propiedad, que era más alto de lo que yo había esperado.

5. (music) melodic subject of a musical composition.

The composer's new idea for a symphony was inspired by the beauty of nature, with soaring melodies and intricate harmonies. La nueva idea del compositor para una sinfonía se inspiró en la belleza de la naturaleza, con melodías que ascendían y armonías intricadas.

something' noun


same adjective

1. same in identity.

The twin sisters looked the same, with their identical features and hairstyles making it difficult to tell them apart. Las gemelas idénticas parecían la misma, con sus características y peinados idénticos que las hacían difíciles de distinguir entre sí.

2. closely similar or comparable in kind or quality or quantity or degree.

The two companies have been competing with each other for years, but their products and services are essentially the same. Las dos empresas han estado compitiendo entre sí durante años, pero sus productos y servicios son esencialmente los mismos.

3. equal in amount or value.

The same amount of money was donated by each person, ensuring that everyone contributed equally to the charity. La misma cantidad de dinero fue donada por cada persona, lo que garantizó que todos contribuyeran igualmente a la caridad.

time noun

1. an instance or single occasion for some event.

The concert was a once-in-a-lifetime time, and we'll always cherish the memories of that night. El concierto fue una experiencia única en la vida y siempre recordaremos los recuerdos de esa noche.

2. a period of time considered as a resource under your control and sufficient to accomplish something.

With only two hours left on my clock, I still had enough time to finish the project before the deadline. Con solo dos horas que me quedaban en el reloj, todavía tenía tiempo suficiente para acabar el proyecto antes de la fecha límite.

3. an indefinite period (usually marked by specific attributes or activities).

After graduating from college, I took some time to travel and explore Europe before starting my career. Después de graduarme de la universidad, pasé algún tiempo viajando y explorar Europa antes de empezar mi carrera.

4. a suitable moment.

She waited for what she considered to be the perfect time to make her move, and then she asked him to join her for dinner. Ella esperó lo que consideraba el momento perfecto para hacer su movimiento, y luego le pidió que se uniera a ella para cenar.

5. the continuum of experience in which events pass from the future through the present to the past.

The concept of time has been debated by philosophers for centuries, and its measurement has become increasingly precise over the years. El concepto del tiempo ha sido debatido por filósofos durante siglos y su medida se ha vuelto cada vez más precisa con el paso de los años.

6. a person's experience on a particular occasion.

The time I spent at summer camp was one of the most memorable experiences of my childhood, filled with laughter and adventure. El tiempo que pasé en el campamento de verano fue uno de los experiencias más memorables de mi infancia, lleno de risas y aventuras.

7. a reading of a point in time as given by a clock.

The clock struck 3:00 PM, marking the exact time for our meeting to start. La hora tocó las 3:00 de la tarde, marcando el momento exacto para que nuestro encuentro comenzara.

8. the fourth coordinate that is required (along with three spatial dimensions) to specify a physical event.

The physicists needed to account for both space and time in their calculations of the black hole's trajectory, ensuring accuracy in their predictions. Los físicos necesitaban tener en cuenta tanto el espacio como el tiempo en sus cálculos del trazo del agujero negro, asegurando la precisión en sus predicciones.

9. rhythm as given by division into parts of equal duration.

The jazz band's complex time signature made it challenging for new members to keep up with the tempo. El complejo tiempo de firmas del grupo de jazz lo hizo difícil para los nuevos miembros mantener el ritmo con la velocidad.

10. the period of time a prisoner is imprisoned.

The judge sentenced the convicted felon to serve ten years' time for the murder he committed. El juez condenó al delincuente convicto a cumplir diez años de prisión por el asesinato que cometió.

still adverb

1. with reference to action or condition.

The hikers were still climbing up the mountain at midnight, despite the freezing temperatures and dense fog. Los excursionistas todavía estaban subiendo la montaña a medianoche, pese a los temperaturas congelantes y niebla densa.

2. despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession).

Although i'm a little afraid, however i'd like to try it Traducción de 'Although i'm a little afraid, however i'd like to try it'
While we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed Traducción de 'While we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed'
He was a stern yet fair master Traducción de 'He was a stern yet fair master'
Granted that it is dangerous, all the same i still want to go Traducción de 'Granted that it is dangerous, all the same i still want to go'

3. to a greater degree or extent.

The new employee is still learning the ropes, but she's picking up skills at a rapid pace and is already handling complex tasks with ease. El nuevo empleado todavía está aprendiendo el oficio, pero está adquiriendo habilidades a un ritmo rápido y ya maneja tareas complejas con facilidad.

4. without moving or making a sound.

The hikers moved quietly through the forest, still as statues, trying not to startle any wildlife. Los senderistas se movían silenciosamente a través del bosque, tan inmóviles como estatuas, tratando de no asustar cualquier vida silvestre.

retain verb

1. hold back within.

To retain her emotions, Sarah took a few deep breaths before responding to the news. Para retener sus emociones, Sarah tomó unos pocos respiros profundos antes de responder a la noticia.

2. allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature.

The company has decided to retain its headquarters in New York City, despite the temptation to relocate to a more affordable region. La empresa ha decidido retener sus sedes en la ciudad de Nueva York, a pesar del llamativo para trasladarse a una región más asequible.

3. secure and keep for possible future use or application.

The company decided to retain its top talent by offering competitive salaries and benefits, in order to maintain its edge in the industry. La empresa decidió retener a su talento más destacado ofreciendo salarios y beneficios competitivos, con el fin de mantener su ventaja en la industria.

4. keep in one's mind.

After reading the instructions carefully, she tried to retain the steps in her mind so she could remember them for future reference. Después de leer las instrucciones con cuidado, trató de retener los pasos en su mente para poder recordarlos para referencia futura.

ability noun

1. the quality of being able to perform.

Her ability to speak multiple languages has been invaluable in her international business dealings, allowing her to communicate effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. La capacidad de hablar varios idiomas ha sido invaluable en sus negocios internacionales, lo que le permite comunicarse efectivamente con clientes de diferentes orígenes.
The coach praised the team's ability to adapt quickly to new plays and strategies, which gave them an edge over their opponents in the championship game. El entrenador elogió la capacidad del equipo para adaptarse rápidamente a nuevos jugadas y estrategias, lo que les dio una ventaja sobre sus rivales en el partido de campeonato.

2. possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done.

The company values employees who possess exceptional problem-solving ability, which has led to innovative solutions and increased productivity. La empresa valora a los empleados que poseen habilidad para resolver problemas excepcional, lo que ha llevado a soluciones innovadoras y un aumento en la productividad.
Her ability to communicate complex ideas in simple terms made her an effective teacher, and her students loved her classes. La capacidad de comunicar ideas complejas en términos sencillos la convirtió en una profesora efectiva, y sus estudiantes amaban sus clases.

function verb

1. perform as expected when applied.

The new software functioned seamlessly, allowing us to process data twice as fast as before. La nueva función del software funcionó sin problemas, lo que nos permitió procesar datos dos veces más rápido de lo antes.

2. serve a purpose, role, or function.

The new employee was tasked with functioning as the team leader for the project, which meant coordinating meetings and delegating tasks to other team members. El nuevo empleado fue asignado para funcionar como líder del equipo en el proyecto, lo que implicaba coordinar reuniones y delegar tareas a otros miembros del equipo.

3. perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function.

The mayor will function as the chairperson of the meeting and guide the discussion. El alcalde funcionará como presidente de la reunión y guiará la discusión.