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Nivel 1 — Fácil

Vocabulario básico, gramática esencial. Listening y Reading.
A1-A2
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Nivel 2 — Intermedio

Vocabulario intermedio, gramática compleja. Writing y Speaking.
B1
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Nivel 3 — Difícil

Vocabulario académico, gramática avanzada. Task 2 Writing.
B2+

📗 Nivel 1 — A1-A2 (Fácil)

Nivel A1-A2 — Vocabulario del día a día, gramática esencial, frases simples.

🧩 Vocabulario Básico

😊 Emociones y Sentimientos +
Happy
Feliz 😊
I'm happy today.
Sad
Triste 😢
She feels sad.
Excited
Emocionado 🎉
I'm excited!
Tired
Cansado 😴
I'm so tired.
Nervous
Nervioso 😰
I feel nervous.
Confident
Seguro 💪
She is confident.
Angry
Enojado 😠
He is angry.
Surprised
Sorprendido 😲
I was surprised.
Worried
Preocupado 😟
She is worried.
Proud
Orgulloso 🏆
I'm proud of you.

💡 Haz clic en cada tarjeta para ver la traducción y ejemplo.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con la emoción correcta:

1. I am very today because I passed the exam.

2. She feels because her friend left.

3. He is about the interview.

4. I'm about the trip to Australia!

🍽️ Comida y Restaurante +
Breakfast
Desayuno 🍳
I eat breakfast at 7am.
Lunch
Almuerzo 🍽️
We have lunch at noon.
Dinner
Cena 🌙
Dinner is at 8pm.
Order
Pedir 📋
Can I order a coffee?
Bill
Cuenta 💰
The bill, please.
Reservation
Reservación 📞
I have a reservation.
Menu
Menú 📖
Can I see the menu?
Tip
Propina 💵
I left a 10% tip.
Receipt
Recibo 🧾
Can I have the receipt?
Delicious
Delicioso 😋
This food is delicious!

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa:

1. Can I see the , please?

2. The food is very !

3. I have a for two people.

4. Can I have the ?

💼 Trabajos y Profesiones +
Teacher
Profesor 👨‍🏫
She is a teacher.
Doctor
Médico 👩‍⚕️
I need a doctor.
Engineer
Ingeniero ⚙️
He is an engineer.
Office
Oficina 🏢
I work in an office.
Meeting
Reunión 🤝
We have a meeting.
Salary
Salario 💰
What's your salary?
Colleague
Colega 👥
My colleague is nice.
Interview
Entrevista 📝
I have a job interview.
Boss
Jefe 👔
My boss is friendly.
Customer
Cliente 🛍️
The customer is happy.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa:

1. She is a at the school.

2. My is very friendly.

3. I have a job tomorrow.

4. The wants to buy a car.

🏙️ Direcciones y Lugares +
Turn left
Izquierda ⬅️
Turn left at the corner.
Turn right
Derecha ➡️
Turn right at the light.
Go straight
Derecho ⬆️
Go straight for 200m.
Next to
Al lado de 📍
The bank is next to the park.
Opposite
Enfrente de 🏦
The hotel is opposite.
Between
Entre 🏪🏬
It's between two shops.
Behind
Detrás de 🏠
The garden is behind the house.
In front of
Enfrente de 🚗
The car is in front of the house.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa la dirección:

1. at the traffic light.

2. The bank is the park.

3. Go for 200 metres.

🔢 Números y Horas +
Quarter past
Y cuarto (15)
It's quarter past three.
Half past
Y media (30)
It's half past five.
Quarter to
Para la hora (45)
It's quarter to nine.
O'clock
En punto 🕐
It's nine o'clock.
Hundred
Cien 🌟
It costs one hundred dollars.
Thousand
Mil 🌟🌟
There are two thousand students.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa la hora:

1. 3:15 = It's .

2. 5:30 = It's .

3. 8:45 = It's .

📐 Gramática Básica

Presente Simple +

Uso: Hábitos, rutinas, hechos generales.

Estructura: Sujeto + verbo (s/es en 3ra persona)

✅ I work from home. ✅ She plays tennis. ✅ The train leaves at 8am.

Adverbios de frecuencia: always, usually, often, sometimes, rarely, never

Posición: Antes del verbo principal, después de "be"

✅ I always wake up early. ✅ She is never late.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con presente simple:

1. She in a bank.

2. I breakfast at 7am.

3. He tennis every weekend.

4. The bus at 9am.

5. She like coffee. (negativo)

Pasado Simple +

Uso: Acciones terminadas en el pasado con momento definido.

Estructura: Sujeto + verbo pasado (-ed o irregular)

✅ I visited Cusco last year. ✅ She went to the bank yesterday. ✅ We watched a movie.

Verbos irregulares comunes:

PresentePasadoPresentePasado
gowenteatate
seesawbuybought
comecametaketook
havehadmakemade

✏️ Ejercicio — Pasado simple:

1. I Cusco last year.

2. She to the market yesterday.

3. We pizza last night.

4. He a new car last week.

Futuro (Going to / Will) +

Going to: Planes e intenciones futuras

I am going to study English this weekend. (plan)

Will: Decisiones espontáneas, predicciones

I will help you with that. (decisión espontánea)

¿Cuándo usar cada uno?

Plan: "I am going to travel to Australia next year."
Decisión: "The phone is ringing — I will answer it."

✏️ Ejercicio — Going to o Will:

1. I visit my family next week. (plan)

2. It's cold — I close the window. (decisión)

3. She start university in September. (plan)

Artículos y Singular/Plural +

A/An: indefinite (a book, an apple)

The: definite (the book on the table)

Plural: book→books, child→children, man→men, woman→women

I need a pen. The pen is on the table. I have two children.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con a/an/the:

1. I need pen.

2. sun is very hot today.

3. She is engineer.

🎧 Listening Básico

Sección 1: Conversaciones cotidianas — reservar hotel, preguntar por precios, hacer una cita.

Estrategia
  • Escucha palabras clave: números, nombres, fechas.
  • Respeta el límite de palabras: "NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS".
  • Si no escuchas algo, sigue adelante — no te quedes pensando.
🔊 Audio — Velocidad lenta
Reservar un hotel (Sección 1)
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Good morning. I would like to book a room for three nights, please. Could I have your surname and phone number? Of course. My surname is Garcia, and my phone number is nine one two, three four five, six seven eight. Thank you, Mr Garcia. The total cost, including breakfast, is one hundred and twenty pounds. And your room number is two zero five. Perfect. Thank you very much.
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✏️ Ejercicio — Completa basándote en el audio:

1. I'd like to book a room for nights.

2. Could I have your and phone number?

3. The total cost is pounds.

4. Your room number is .

🔊 Audio — Segunda conversación
Hacer una cita médica
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Hello, I need to make an appointment with the doctor, please. What is your name? My name is Maria Lopez. When would you like to come? Could I come on Tuesday morning? I am sorry, Tuesday morning is fully available. What about Wednesday afternoon? Yes, that works for me. Wednesday at three thirty. Thank you very much. You are welcome.
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✏️ Ejercicio 2 — Completa:

1. My name is .

2. I want to come on morning.

3. Wednesday at works for me.

📖 Reading Básico

Texto: "Maria works in a bank in Lima. She starts work at 9am and finishes at 5pm. She likes her job because she enjoys helping people. On weekends, she usually visits her family."

🗣️ Speaking — Part 1

Estrategia

Respuestas de 2-4 oraciones. Añade siempre una razón.

Pregunta: "What do you usually do in your free time?"
Respuesta modelo: "In my free time, I mostly work on personal projects and take photos. I find it really relaxing because it takes my mind off work."

Otras preguntas:

  • "Where are you from?" — "I'm from Lima, Peru. It's a big city with lots of traffic!"
  • "Do you like your job?" — "Yes, I do. I enjoy helping people every day."
  • "What did you do last weekend?" — "I visited my family and we had lunch together."

🎯 Práctica Final — Nivel 1

1. Presente Simple:

"She in a bank."

"I breakfast at 7am."

2. Lee y responde:

"Maria starts work at 9am."

3. Vocabulary Review:

Turn left
Izquierda
Delicious
Delicioso
Salary
Salario

📚 Sustantivos y Plurales

Reglas para formar plurales +

En ingles, los sustantivos se pluralizan siguiendo reglas especificas:

ReglaSingularPlural
Agregar -sbook, car, dogbooks, cars, dogs
Agregar -es (despues de s, sh, ch, x)bus, dish, watch, boxbuses, dishes, watches, boxes
Consonante + y - -iescity, baby, storycities, babies, stories
Vocal + y - -sboy, key, dayboys, keys, days
Algunos terminan en -vesknife, wife, leafknives, wives, leaves
Irregulares
SingularPluralSingularPlural
manmenwomanwomen
childchildrenfootfeet
toothteethmousemice
personpeoplefishfish
Ejemplo: "The children play with knives and forks at school."

Escribe el plural correcto:

1 box - | 2 baby - | 3 man - | 4 knife - | 5 tooth -

📰 Articulos: The, A, An

Cuando usar cada articulo +

Los articulos determinan si hablamos de algo especifico o general:

ArticuloUsoEjemplo
AAntes de sustantivos con consonante (indefinido)a book, a cat
AnAntes de sustantivos con vocal (indefinido)an apple, an hour
TheCuando ambos sabemos de que hablamos (definido)the book (el libro que mencionamos)
Sin articuloConceptos generales o abstractosI like music. / Water is important.
Comparacion: "I want a car" (cualquier carro) vs. "I want the car" (ese carro especifico).

Completa con a, an, the o nada:

1. She is engineer.

2. I like coffee.

3. Please close door.

4. He bought new phone.

👆 Pronombres Demostrativos

This, That, These, Those +

Se usan para senalar personas o cosas a distancia cercana o lejana:

CercanoLejano
SingularThis (este/esta)That (ese/esa)
PluralThese (estos/estas)Those (esos/esas)
Ejemplos:
"This is my book." (cerca de mi)
"Those are her shoes." (lejos, plural)
"I like these cookies." (cerca, plural)

Completa con this, that, these o those:

1. is my pen. (cerca)

2. are my friends. (lejos)

3. I dont like movie. (lejos)

🏠 There is / There are

Existencia y cantidad +

Se usan para indicar que algo existe o esta presente:

FormaUsoEjemplo
There isSingular o incontableThere is a cat on the table.
There arePluralThere are three cats.
There isntNegativo singularThere isnt any milk.
There arentNegativo pluralThere arent any books.
Is there...?Pregunta singularIs there a bank near here?
Are there...?Pregunta pluralAre there any restaurants?
Ejemplo: "In my house there is a big garden and there are two bathrooms."

Completa con is, are, isnt o arent:

1. There a hospital near my house.

2. There any supermarkets in this street.

3. There five students in the classroom.

📍 Preposiciones de Lugar

On, in, at, between, behind, next to +
PreposicionSignificadoEjemplo
OnSobre (superficie)The book is on the table.
InDentro deThe cat is in the box.
AtEn (punto especifico)Im at home / at school.
UnderDebajo deThe dog is under the bed.
BehindDetras deThe garden is behind the house.
Next toAl lado deThe bank is next to the supermarket.
BetweenEntreThe school is between the park and the library.
In front ofEnfrente deTheres a car in front of the building.

Completa con la preposicion correcta:

1. The cat is the sofa.

2. The school is the bank and the park.

3. My keys are the table.

📙 Nivel 2 — B1 (Intermedio)

Nivel B1 — Vocabulario amplio, gramática compleja, textos más largos.

🧩 Vocabulario Intermedio

🎓 Educación +
Curriculum
Plan de estudios
The school updated its curriculum.
Tuition fees
Matrícula
Tuition fees are expensive.
Critical thinking
Pensamiento crítico
Teach critical thinking.
Rote learning
Memorización
Rote learning is not effective.
Academic pressure
Presión académica
Students feel academic pressure.
Lifelong learning
Aprendizaje continuo
Lifelong learning is essential.
Distance learning
Educación a distancia
Distance learning is popular.
Scholarship
Beca 🎓
She won a scholarship.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. The school updated its last year.

2. She won a to study abroad.

3. Students feel a lot of .

💼 Trabajo y Sociedad +
Workforce
Fuerza laboral
The workforce is ageing.
Remote work
Trabajo remoto
Remote work is popular.
Job security
Estabilidad laboral
People value job security.
Work-life balance
Equilibrio vida-trabajo
A good work-life balance.
Unemployment
Desempleo
Unemployment is rising.
Freelancer
Freelancer 💻
She works as a freelancer.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. has become very popular.

2. Young people value .

3. She works as a from home.

🌍 Medio Ambiente +
Carbon footprint
Huella de carbono
Reduce your carbon footprint.
Renewable energy
Energía renovable
We need renewable energy.
Sustainability
Sostenibilidad
Focus on sustainability.
Deforestation
Deforestación
Deforestation destroys habitats.
Biodiversity
Biodiversidad
Protect biodiversity.
Climate change
Cambio climático
Climate change affects everyone.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. We need more .

2. destroys natural habitats.

3. Companies must focus on .

💻 Tecnología +
Artificial Intelligence
Inteligencia artificial 🤖
AI is transforming healthcare.
Digital divide
Brecha digital 📱
The digital divide is growing.
Automation
Automatización ⚙️
Automation reduces manual work.
Data privacy
Privacidad de datos 🔒
Data privacy is important.
Innovation
Innovación 💡
Technology drives innovation.
Cutting-edge
De vanguardia 🚀
This is cutting-edge technology.
Algorithm
Algoritmo 🔢
The algorithm suggests videos.
Cybersecurity
Ciberseguridad 🛡️
Cybersecurity is a growing field.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. is changing many industries.

2. The affects rural communities.

3. We need better to protect our data.

4. This company uses technology.

🏥 Salud y Bienestar +
Sedentary lifestyle
Estilo de vida sedentario 🪑
A sedentary lifestyle causes health problems.
Life expectancy
Esperanza de vida 📈
Life expectancy has increased.
Mental well-being
Bienestar mental 🧠
Exercise improves mental well-being.
Preventive medicine
Medicina preventiva 🩺
Preventive medicine saves lives.
Chronic disease
Enfermedad crónica ⚠️
Diabetes is a chronic disease.
Immune system
Sistema inmunológico 🛡️
Vitamins boost your immune system.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. A can lead to obesity.

2. is better than cure.

3. Exercise improves your .

✈️ Viajes y Turismo +
Itinerary
Itinerario 📋
Here is your itinerary.
Accommodation
Alojamiento 🏨
The accommodation is included.
Destination
Destino 📍
Our destination is Melbourne.
Excursion
Excursión 🥾
We booked an excursion.
Souvenir
Recuerdo 🎁
I bought a souvenir.
Embassy
Embajada 🏛️
Go to the embassy for your visa.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. Our is Sydney.

2. The hotel provides for three nights.

3. I need to go to the for my visa.

💬 Expresar Opiniones +
In my opinion
En mi opinión 🗣️
In my opinion, this is correct.
I believe that
Creo que 💭
I believe that education is key.
I agree with
Estoy de acuerdo ✅
I agree with your point.
I disagree
No estoy de acuerdo ❌
I disagree with that view.
On the other hand
Por otro lado ↔️
On the other hand, there are risks.
To be honest
Siendo honesto 🤷
To be honest, I prefer coffee.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con la expresión:

1. , technology is very useful.

2. I with your opinion.

3. , I don't like the idea.

📐 Gramática Intermedia

Present Perfect vs Past Simple +
Present PerfectPast Simple
I have visited Australia. (experiencia)I visited Australia in 2023. (momento)
She has lived here for 3 years. (duración)She lived in Lima for 2 years. (terminó)
Regla: Present Perfect = sin momento definido. Past Simple = con momento definido (yesterday, last week, in 2020).

✏️ Ejercicio — Present Perfect o Past Simple:

1. I Australia. (experiencia)

2. I Australia in 2023. (momento)

3. She here for 3 years. (duración)

4. We to the beach last Sunday.

Condicionales 1 y 2 +

1er condicional (posible): If + presente, will + infinitivo

If it rains tomorrow, I will stay home.

2do condicional (hipotético): If + pasado, would + infinitivo

If I had more money, I would travel to Australia.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. If it , I will stay home.

2. If I more time, I would travel.

3. If she harder, she would pass.

Voz Pasiva +

Estructura: Sujeto + be + pasado participio

Active: They built the bridge in 1998.
Passive: The bridge was built in 1998.

✏️ Ejercicio — Activa o Pasiva:

1. The bridge in 1998. (pasiva)

2. English in many countries. (pasiva)

3. They a new school. (activa)

Reported Speech +

"I am tired," she said. → She said she was tired.

Cambios: am→was, will→would, can→could, today→that day, tomorrow→the next day

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. "I happy." → She said she happy.

2. "I help you." → He said he help me.

🎧 Listening Intermedio

Estrategia
  • Identifica la actitud del hablante.
  • Cuidado con los distractores.
  • Presta atención a señales de corrección: "sorry, I mean..."
🔊 Audio — Sección 2
Guía turística del City Museum
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Good morning, everyone. Welcome to the City Museum. My name is Sarah, and I will be your guide today. The museum was established in nineteen eighty-five, and it houses over five thousand artefacts from around the world. We will start our tour in the ancient Egypt gallery, which is on the ground floor. Please do not touch any of the exhibits, and feel free to ask questions at any time. The tour will last approximately two hours. If you need to use the restroom, they are located near the main entrance. Let us begin.
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✏️ Ejercicio — Completa basándote en el audio:

1. The museum was established in .

2. It houses over artefacts.

3. The tour starts in the gallery.

4. The tour will last approximately .

🔊 Audio — Sección 3
Cambio de horario de reunión
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I am writing to inform you about a change in our meeting schedule. The original meeting, which was planned for Monday at ten o'clock, has been moved to Wednesday at two thirty. Unfortunately, the conference room B is no longer available, so we will use room one zero one instead. I apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Please confirm your attendance by replying to this email. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your understanding.
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✏️ Ejercicio 2 — Completa:

1. The meeting was moved to at .

2. We will use room instead.

📖 Reading Intermedio

Texto: "Urban green spaces have been shown to reduce stress levels among city residents, although researchers note that the effect varies depending on the size and accessibility of the park."

✍️ Writing — Task 1

Objetivo

Describe gráficos objetivamente — sin opinión.

Lenguaje útil
  • Tendencias: rise, increase, fall, decline
  • Velocidad: sharply, steadily, gradually
  • Comparación: compared to, whereas
Reported Speech (Estilo Indirecto) +

Estructura: Sujeto + verbo reporting + (pronombre) + frase (cambiando tiempo/pronombre)

Direct SpeechReported Speech
"I am tired," she said.She said she was tired.
"I have finished," he said.He said he had finished.
"I will call you," she said.She said she would call me.
"I can help," he said.He said he could help.
"I must go," she said.She said she had to go.
"I went home," he said.He said he had gone home.

Verbos de reporting comunes: said, told, asked, explained, replied, mentioned, suggested

Cambios de pronombre: I→she, you→I/he, we→they, my→her, here→there, now→then, today→that day, tomorrow→the next day

Direct: "I will visit you tomorrow," she said.
Reported: She said she would visit me the next day.

✏️ Ejercicio — Convierte a reported speech:

1. "I am happy." She said she happy.

2. "I have eaten." He said he .

3. "I will help you." She said she help me.

4. "I can swim." He said he swim.

Modales de Obligación y Permiso +
ModalUsoEjemplo
mustObligación fuerte (reglas, leyes)You must wear a seatbelt.
have toObligación externaI have to wake up early.
mustn'tProhibiciónYou mustn't park here.
don't have toNo es necesarioYou don't have to come.
canPermiso / habilidadYou can leave early.
couldPermiso pasado / posibilidadWe could go to the beach.
shouldRecomendaciónYou should exercise more.
mightPosibilidad débilIt might rain later.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con el modal correcto:

1. You stop at a red light. (obligación)

2. I work on Sundays. (no necesario)

3. You eat more vegetables. (recomendación)

4. She be late today. (posibilidad)

Comparativos y Superlativos +
TipoEstructuraEjemplo
Comparativomore + adj + than / adj+er + thanSydney is more expensive than Lima.
Superlativothe most + adj / the + adj+estThis is the best restaurant.
Igualdadas + adj + asHe is as tall as his father.
Desigualdadnot as + adj + asThis is not as good as I expected.

Adverbios intensificadores: much, far, a lot, slightly, a little

Australia is much bigger than Peru. This is by far the best option.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. Sydney is than Lima.

2. This is interesting book I've read.

3. He is his brother.

Futuro Perfecto y Conectores +

Futuro Perfecto: will + have + participio (acción completada antes de un momento futuro)

By next year, I will have saved enough money. (para明年)
By 2030, scientists will have discovered new treatments.

Conectores importantes:

FunciónConectores
Añadirfurthermore, moreover, in addition, besides
Contrastehowever, nevertheless, on the other hand, although
Causabecause, since, due to, as a result of
Consecuenciatherefore, consequently, as a result, thus
Ejemplofor instance, for example, such as, to illustrate

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. By December, I the course.

2. , there are some disadvantages.

3. She was tired, she went to bed early.

Adverbios y Formación de Palabras +
SustantivoAdjetivoAdverbio
educationeducationaleducationally
environmentenvironmentalenvironmentally
successsuccessfulsuccessfully
importanceimportantimportantly
differencedifferentdifferently

Prefijos comunes:

PrefijoSignificadoEjemplo
un-no/opuestounhappy, unusual, unable
re-de nuevorebuild, recycle, review
dis-no/opuestodisagree, disappear, dislike
mis-malmisunderstand, mislead
over-demasiadooverwork, overeat, overcome
pre-antes depredict, prevent, preview

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. She was in her exam. (sustantivo: success)

2. I with this idea. (prefijo: dis-)

3. We should plastic. (prefijo: re-)

🗣️ Speaking — Part 2

1 min preparación + 1-2 min hablando.

Ejemplo: "Describe a piece of technology you find useful."

🎯 Práctica Final — Nivel 2

1. Present Perfect o Past Simple:

"I Australia." (experiencia)

"I in 2023." (momento)

2. Condicional:

"If I more time, I would travel."

3. Reading:

🔧 Do vs Make

Cuando usar cada verbo +

Ambos significan "hacer" pero se usan en contextos diferentes:

DO - Actividades generales, tareas, rutinas
  • do homework (hacer la tarea)
  • do the dishes (lavar los platos)
  • do exercise (hacer ejercicio)
  • do the laundry (lavar la ropa)
  • do business (hacer negocios)
  • do a favor (hacer un favor)
MAKE - Crear, producir, fabricar
  • make a cake (hacer/preparar un pastel)
  • make a decision (tomar una decision)
  • make a mistake (cometer un error)
  • make money (ganar dinero)
  • make a plan (hacer un plan)
  • make friends (hacer amigos)
Ejemplo: "I need to do my homework and then make dinner."

Completa con do o make:

1. Can you a phone call?

2. I need to the dishes.

3. She made a yesterday.

4. He does every morning.

⏳ Presente Perfecto vs Pasado Simple

Cuando usar cada tiempo +
TiempoUsoSenalesEjemplo
Pasado SimpleAccion terminada en el pasadoyesterday, ago, last week, in 2019I went to Paris last year.
Presente PerfectoExperiencia pasada con conexion al presenteever, never, already, yet, since, forI have been to Paris twice.
Comparacion:
"I lost my keys yesterday." (momento exacto en el pasado)
"I have lost my keys." (no las encuentro ahora mismo)
Since vs For
  • Since + punto en el tiempo: since 2020, since Monday, since I was a child
  • For + duracion: for 3 years, for 2 hours, for a long time

Completa con el tiempo verbal correcto:

1. I Japan three times. (experiencia)

2. She to Lima last year. (momento especifico)

3. We each other ten years.

📝 Forma -ing (Gerundios y Participios)

Reglas de formacion y uso +

Para formar la forma -ing, sigue estas reglas:

ReglaVerboForma -ing
Regla general: agregar -ingwork, play, eatworking, playing, eating
Quitar e silenciosa + -ingmake, write, dancemaking, writing, dancing
Consonante-vocal-consonante: duplicarrun, swim, sitrunning, swimming, sitting
-ie cambia a -yingdie, lie, tiedying, lying, tying
Usos principales
  • Despues de preposiciones: "I enjoy reading." / "She is good at singing."
  • Despues de ciertos verbos: enjoy, finish, avoid, mind, keep, suggest, practice
  • Como sujeto: "Swimming is good exercise."
  • Presente continuo: "I am reading a book."

Escribe la forma -ing:

1 make - | 2 swim - | 3 write - | 4 die - | 5 run -

🔄 Voz Pasiva

Estructura y usos +

Se usa cuando la accion es mas importante que quien la realiza:

Estructura: Sujeto + BE + PASADO PARTICIPLE
TiempoActivaPasiva
Presente SimpleThey make cars.Cars are made (by them).
Pasado SimpleShe wrote the book.The book was written (by her).
Presente PerfectoThey have built a bridge.A bridge has been built.
FuturoThey will open the store.The store will be opened.
Presente ContinuoThey are painting the house.The house is being painted.
Ejemplo: "English is spoken in many countries." / "The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889."

Cambia a voz pasiva:

1. They clean the office every day. - The office every day.

2. She wrote three books. - Three books by her.

⏰ Futuro: Will vs Going to

Diferencias y usos +
FormaUsoEjemplo
WillDecisiones espontaneas, promesas, predicciones"Ill help you." / "It will rain tomorrow."
Going toPlanes, intenciones, predicciones con evidencia"Im going to study medicine."
Comparacion:
"Im going to travel to Australia." (ya lo planeé, tengo el pasaje)
"Ill travel to Australia someday." (idea general, sin plan concreto)

🗣️ Reported Speech (Discurso Indirecto)

Cambios en tiempo y pronombres +

Cuando reportamos lo que alguien dijo, ajustamos tiempos y pronombres:

DirectoIndirecto
"I am tired."She said (that) she was tired.
"I have finished."He said (that) he had finished.
"I will call you."She said (that) she would call me.
"I can swim."He said (that) he could swim.
Cambios de pronombres
  • I - he/she, my - his/her, me - him/her
  • you - I/me, your - my, we - they, here - there

📕 Nivel 3 — B2+ (Difícil)

Nivel B2+ — Vocabulario académico, gramática avanzada, textos complejos.

🧩 Vocabulario Académico

🔬 Ciencia y Tecnología +
Artificial intelligence
IA
AI is transforming industries.
Digital divide
Brecha digital
The digital divide affects rural areas.
Cutting-edge
De vanguardia
Cutting-edge technology.
Automation
Automatización
Automation is replacing jobs.
Innovation
Innovación
Companies need innovation.
Data privacy
Privacidad de datos
Data privacy is a concern.
Breakthrough
Avance 🚀
A scientific breakthrough.
Revolutionise
Revolucionar
AI will revolutionise healthcare.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. is transforming industries.

2. The company uses technology.

3. is replacing many jobs.

🏥 Salud y Bienestar +
Sedentary lifestyle
Estilo sedentario
A sedentary lifestyle causes problems.
Life expectancy
Esperanza de vida
Life expectancy has increased.
Mental well-being
Bienestar mental
Exercise improves mental well-being.
Preventive medicine
Medicina preventiva
Preventive medicine saves lives.
Obesity rates
Tasas de obesidad
Obesity rates are rising.
Chronic disease
Enfermedad crónica
Chronic diseases are increasing.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. A causes health problems.

2. has increased in recent decades.

3. Exercise improves .

🔗 Conectores Académicos +
FunciónPalabrasEjemplo
Añadirfurthermore, moreover, in addition"Furthermore, technology helps."
Contrastehowever, nevertheless, on the other hand"However, some disagree."
Causa/Efectoconsequently, as a result, therefore"Therefore, action must be taken."
Ejemplosfor instance, such as, to illustrate"For instance, in Japan..."
Conclusiónin conclusion, to sum up, overall"In conclusion, benefits outweigh drawbacks."

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con el conector:

1. , some people disagree with this view.

2. , technology has improved communication.

3. , the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.

🏛️ Sociedad y Política +
Globalisation
Globalización 🌐
Globalisation has both benefits and drawbacks.
Democracy
Democracia 🗳️
Democracy requires active participation.
Inequality
Desigualdad ⚖️
Economic inequality is a major issue.
Poverty
Pobreza 🏚️
Millions live in poverty.
Immigration
Inmigración ✈️
Immigration shapes diverse societies.
Corruption
Corrupción 🚫
Corruption undermines trust.
Welfare
Bienestar social 🏥
The government provides welfare.
Censorship
Censura 🤐
Censorship limits free speech.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. connects economies worldwide.

2. Economic is growing in many countries.

3. brings cultural diversity.

4. undermines public trust in institutions.

💰 Negocios y Economía +
Entrepreneurship
Emprendimiento 🚀
Entrepreneurship drives innovation.
Revenue
Ingresos 💵
The company's revenue increased.
Investment
Inversión 📈
Foreign investment benefits the economy.
Stakeholder
Parte interesada 🤝
All stakeholders must agree.
Market share
Cuota de mercado 📊
They increased their market share.
Sustainability
Sostenibilidad 🌱
Sustainability is key for long-term growth.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. creates new jobs.

2. The company's grew by 20%.

3. All were invited to the meeting.

🎓 Expresiones Académicas Avanzadas +
It is widely believed that
Se cree ampliamente que 📚
It is widely believed that education reduces poverty.
There is a growing concern
Hay una preocupación creciente ⚠️
There is a growing concern about climate change.
To what extent
En qué medida 📏
To what extent do you agree?
It is often argued that
Se argumenta frecuentemente 🗣️
It is often argued that technology isolates people.
A compelling case
Un caso convincente 💪
There is a compelling case for reform.
Take into account
Tomar en cuenta 🧮
We must take into account all factors.
The merits outweigh
Los beneficios superan ⚖️
The merits outweigh the drawbacks.
In light of
A la luz de 🔦
In light of recent events...

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa con la expresión:

1. exercise improves health.

2. There is about air pollution.

3. We must cultural differences.

🎧 Listening Avanzado

Estrategia
  • Identifica la posición del hablante sobre un tema académico.
  • Presta atención a datos y cifras — suelen ser respuestas.
  • La sección 4 es un monólogo continuo — no hay pausas.
🔊 Audio — Sección 4
IA en la industria de la salud
📝 Ver transcript / Ocultar
Today I would like to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on the healthcare industry. According to recent studies, AI has the potential to reduce diagnostic errors by up to thirty percent. Machine learning algorithms can now detect certain types of cancer with accuracy rates that surpass those of human radiologists. However, there are significant concerns regarding data privacy and the ethical implications of automated diagnosis. Critics argue that over-reliance on technology could lead to a dehumanisation of patient care. Nevertheless, the consensus among researchers is that AI should be viewed as a tool to augment, rather than replace, medical professionals.
🔊 Listo para reproducir

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa basándote en el audio:

1. AI can reduce diagnostic errors by up to percent.

2. AI can detect certain types of .

3. Concerns include and ethical implications.

4. AI should be viewed as a tool to , not replace doctors.

Inversión (Énfasis) +

Uso: Para enfatizar o dar un tono formal/literario.

TipoEstructuraEjemplo
Adverbio inicialAdverbio + aux + sujeto + verboRarely does he arrive on time.
SoloOnly + complemento + aux + sujeto + verboOnly by studying can you succeed.
NeverNever + aux + sujeto + verboNever have I seen such a beautiful place.
HardlyHardly + aux + sujeto + verbo + whenHardly had I arrived when it started raining.
Rarely do students fail when they study regularly.
Not only is she intelligent, but she is also kind.

✏️ Ejercicio — Reescribe con inversión:

1. I have never seen such a big city. → such a big city.

2. He rarely goes to the gym. → to the gym.

Cleft Sentences (Frases Escindidas) +

Uso: Para enfatizar un elemento de la oración.

TipoEstructuraEjemplo
It is/was... that/whoIt + be + énfasis + that/who + restoIt was Maria who solved the problem.
What... is/wasWhat + sujeto + verbo + be + énfasisWhat I need is more time.
It was in 2020 that I moved to Australia.
What matters most is your health.

✏️ Ejercicio — Completa:

1. John broke the window.

2. is more practice.

3. in 2019 I started learning English.

Nominalisation (Nominalización) +

Uso: Convertir verbos/adjetivos en sustantivos para texto académico más formal.

Verbo/AdjetivoSustantivoEjemplo académico
destroydestructionThe destruction of forests is alarming.
improveimprovementThere has been a significant improvement.
decidedecisionThe decision was made by the committee.
importantimportanceThe importance of education cannot be overstated.
developdevelopmentRapid development has environmental costs.
contributecontributionShe made a valuable contribution to the field.
❌ People say that technology is important.
It is widely recognised that technology plays an important role. (more formal)

✏️ Ejercicio — Nominaliza:

1. The city destroyed many buildings. → The of buildings was devastating.

2. They improved the system significantly. → There was a significant in the system.

3. Education is very important. → The of education is well known.

Subjunctive & Wish/If only +

Wish + pasado simple: Deseo sobre el presente

I wish I had more free time. (ahora no tengo)

Wish + past perfect: Arrepentimiento sobre el pasado

I wish I had studied harder. (pero no lo hice)

If only: Énfasis en el deseo

If only I could speak English fluently!

Subjunctive: Mandatos formales, deseos, dudas

It is essential that every student have access to education.
I suggest that he study more.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. I wish I more money. (presente)

2. I wish I harder for the exam. (pasado)

3. It is important that she on time. (subjunctive)

Phrasal Verbs Avanzados +
Phrasal VerbSignificadoEjemplo
come up withidear/inventarShe came up with a great idea.
get rid ofdeshacerse deWe need to get rid of old furniture.
look forward toesperar con ansiasI look forward to meeting you.
put up withtolerarI can't put up with the noise.
run out ofquedarse sinWe ran out of time.
turn downrechazarShe turned down the job offer.
bring upcriar/mencionarHe was brought up in Peru.
figure outdescubrir/resolverI can't figure out this problem.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. She a brilliant solution.

2. We milk yesterday.

3. He was by his grandparents.

📐 Gramática Avanzada

3er Condicional y Mixed +

3er condicional: If + pasado perfecto, would have + participio

If I had studied harder, I would have passed the exam.

Mixed conditional: Mezcla pasado y presente

If I had studied medicine (pasado), I would be a doctor now (presente).

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. If I harder, I would have passed.

2. If she earlier, she would have caught the bus.

3. If I that job, I would be richer now.

Cláusulas Relativas +
RelativoUsoEjemplo
whichCosasThe book, which I borrowed, is good.
who/whomPersonasThe scientist, who won the award.
whosePosesiónThe student whose essay won.
whereLugaresThe university where I studied.

✏️ Ejercicio:

1. The book, I borrowed, is interesting. (cosa)

2. The student essay won is here. (posesión)

3. The university I studied is in Sydney. (lugar)

Participle Clauses +
Having finished the report, she submitted it.
Influenced by globalisation, cultures are changing.
Located in the south, the city enjoys mild weather.

Estas estructuras hacen el texto más fluido y académico — útiles en Writing Task 2.

✍️ Writing — Task 2

Estructura
  • Introducción: Parafrasear + thesis statement.
  • Párrafo 1-2: Ideas + ejemplos específicos.
  • Conclusión: Resumen sin repetir literalmente.
Conectores
  • furthermore, however, consequently, for instance

🗣️ Speaking — Part 3

Preguntas analíticas. Usa: opinión → razón → ejemplo → matización.

Pregunta: "Has technology made people more isolated?"
Respuesta: "To some extent, yes. While it has made communication more convenient, it could be argued that it has reduced face-to-face interaction."
🎤 Cue Card Practice (Part 2) +

Practice Task: Describe a person who has influenced you.

You should say:

  • who this person is
  • how you know them
  • what they have done
  • and explain why they have influenced you.
Model answer: "I'd like to talk about my university professor, Dr. Martinez, who has had a profound impact on my career. He taught me economics for two years, and what struck me most was his ability to make complex concepts accessible. He came up with innovative teaching methods that kept us engaged. What I admire most is his dedication to research — he has published over 30 papers. Rarely does one encounter such a passionate educator. His influence merits recognition because he inspired many students to pursue academic careers."

✏️ Práctica — Completa la respuesta:

1. I'd like to talk about my teacher, taught me for three years.

2. most is his dedication.

3. one meet such a dedicated person.

🗣️ Discussion Practice (Part 3) +

Discussion questions:

Q1: Do you think technology has made people more isolated? +
Model answer: "To some extent, yes. While technology has made communication more convenient, it could be argued that it has also reduced face-to-face interaction, especially among younger generations. That said, it really depends on how people choose to use it. It is often argued that social media creates a false sense of connection. However, a compelling case can be made that technology also enables people to maintain relationships across distances."

Key expressions used: to some extent, it could be argued that, that said, it is often argued that, a compelling case

Q2: How has globalisation affected local cultures? +
Model answer: "Globalisation has had both positive and negative effects on local cultures. On the one hand, it is widely believed that cultural exchange enriches societies. On the other hand, there is a growing concern that local traditions are being eroded by dominant cultures. In light of recent trends, I think governments should take into account the need to preserve cultural heritage while embracing progress."

Key expressions used: it is widely believed that, there is a growing concern, in light of, take into account

Q3: Should education be free for everyone? +
Model answer: "It is often argued that education is a fundamental right and should be accessible to all. I largely agree with this view because the merits of universal education outweigh the costs. In my opinion, when people have access to quality education, they can contribute more effectively to society. However, to what extent this is feasible depends on each country's economic situation."

Key expressions used: it is often argued that, the merits outweigh, in my opinion, to what extent

🎯 Writing Task 2 — Model Essay +

Topic: Some people believe that technology has made our lives more complex. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Model essay:

It is often argued that modern technology has made our lives unnecessarily complex. While I acknowledge that technology can be overwhelming, I believe its benefits far outweigh its drawbacks.

On the one hand, there is a growing concern that technology creates dependency. Many people feel they cannot function without their smartphones, and the constant need to update software and learn new systems can be frustrating. Furthermore, digital divide means that not everyone has equal access to technology, which can deepen existing inequalities.

On the other hand, it is widely believed that technology has improved quality of life in numerous ways. For instance, artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, enabling earlier diagnosis of diseases. Moreover, renewable energy technology offers solutions to climate change. What matters most is how we adapt to these changes.

In conclusion, while technology presents challenges, the merits outweigh the drawbacks. We must take into account that progress is inevitable, and focus on ensuring that everyone can benefit from it.

✏️ Práctica — Completa el ensayo:

1. modern technology has made our lives complex.

2. that technology creates dependency.

3. technology has improved quality of life.

4. We must that progress is inevitable.

🎯 Práctica Final — Nivel 3

1. 3er Condicional:

"If I harder, I would have passed."

2. Cláusula relativa:

"The book, I borrowed, is good."

3. Escribe una thesis: "Universities should focus on practical skills."

🔬 Voz Pasiva Avanzada

Voz pasiva con modales y tiempos compuestos +
EstructuraEjemplo
Modal + be + past participleThis problem can be solved easily.
Have to + be + past participleThe forms have to be signed by tomorrow.
Should + be + past participleMore attention should be paid to safety.
Must + be + past participleAll rules must be followed.
Ejemplo: "The new bridge will have been completed by December."

🔄 Condicionales con Unless

Unless, as long as, provided that +

Unless = Si no (equivalente a "if not"):

"Unless you study, you will fail." = "If you don't study, you will fail."
Otras expresiones condicionales
ExpresionSignificadoEjemplo
UnlessA menos que / Si noIll go unless it rains.
As long asMientras que / Siempre queYou can stay as long as you want.
Provided thatSiempre que / Con la condicion de queIll lend you the money provided that you pay me back.
In caseEn caso de queTake an umbrella in case it rains.
Even ifIncluso siI would go even if it snowed.

Completa con unless, as long as o provided that:

1. You can borrow my car you drive carefully.

2. I wont call you its urgent.

3. You can pass the exam you study hard.

🔗 Conectores Avanzados

Although, despite, however, nevertheless +
ConectorTipoEjemplo
Although / Even thoughConcesion (con oracion)Although it was cold, we went out.
Despite / In spite ofConcesion (con sustantivo/gerundio)Despite the rain, we had fun.
HoweverContrasteIt was expensive. However, it was worth it.
Nevertheless / NonethelessContraste fuerteHe was tired. Nevertheless, he continued working.
Therefore / ThusConsecuenciaHe studied hard. Therefore, he passed the exam.
Furthermore / MoreoverAdicionThe hotel is cheap. Furthermore, its near the beach.

🎭 Phrasal Verbs Comunes

200+ phrasal verbs esenciales +
Phrasal verbs con GET
Phrasal VerbSignificadoEjemplo
get upLevantarseI get up at 7 AM.
get along withLlevarse bien conI get along with my coworkers.
get overSuperarShe got over the breakup quickly.
get rid ofDeshacerse deI need to get rid of old clothes.
get away withSalirse con la suyaHe got away with cheating.
Phrasal verbs con TAKE
Phrasal VerbSignificadoEjemplo
take offDespegar / QuitarseThe plane took off on time.
take overHacerse cargoShe took over the project.
take upEmpezar (hobby)He took up photography.
take afterParecerse aShe takes after her mother.
take placeOcurrirThe event took place last Friday.
Phrasal verbs con PUT
Phrasal VerbSignificadoEjemplo
put offPosponerDont put off until tomorrow.
put up withSoportarI cant put up with the noise.
put outApagarThey put out the fire quickly.
put onPonerse (ropa)Put on your jacket.
Phrasal verbs con TURN
Phrasal VerbSignificadoEjemplo
turn downRechazar / Bajar (volumen)She turned down the offer.
turn upAparecer / Subir (volumen)He turned up late to the party.
turn outResultarIt turned out to be a great day.
turn intoConvertirse enThe caterpillar turned into a butterfly.

Completa con el phrasal verb correcto:

1. I need to these old newspapers.

2. She the job offer.

3. The plane will in 30 minutes.

🧩 Prefijos Comunes

Prefijos que cambian el significado +
PrefijoSignificadoEjemplo
un-No / opuestounhappy, unable, unusual
re-Otra vez / de nuevoredo, rebuild, reread
pre-Antes depreview, predict, prevent
dis-No / opuestodisagree, disappear, dishonest
mis-Mal / incorrectamentemisunderstand, mistake, mislead
over-Demasiado / encimaoverwork, overcome, overlook
under-Bajo / insuficienteunderstand, underestimate, underpaid
inter-Entre / mutuamenteinternational, interview, interact
trans-A traves de / cambiartransport, translate, transform

📊 Escala de bandas

9 Expert8 Very Good7 Good6 Competent5 Modest4 Limited

Criterios

CriterioCómo mejorarlo
Task AchievementLee la pregunta 2 veces
CoherenceUn párrafo = una idea
Lexical ResourceUsa sinónimos
GrammarCombina tiempos

🗓️ Plan de estudio

  • Duerme bien la noche anterior.
  • Lleva documento válido.
  • Nunca dejes respuestas en blanco.
  • En Speaking, habla con confianza.
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