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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

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Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to career development & professional networking.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Career Development & Professional Networking

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

ascertain //

/ˌɑː.səˈteɪn/v
Definition:To find out certainly; to make sure of something through investigation.
Traducción:averiguar / determinar
Example:The committee needs to ascertain the long-term viability of the new remote-work policy before the next fiscal year.
Collocation:ascertain the facts
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    • corroborate //

    /kəˈrɒb.ə.reɪt/v
    Definition:To confirm or support a statement, theory, or finding with evidence.
    Traducción:corroborar
    Example:The data provided in the annual report serves to corroborate our strategic shift towards sustainable energy.
    Collocation:corroborate the findings
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    • elucidate //

    /iˈluː.sɪ.deɪt/v
    Definition:To make something clear; to explain.
    Traducción:dilucidar / aclarar
    Example:The CEO was asked to elucidate the company's vision regarding AI integration during the plenary session.
    Collocation:elucidate a concept
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    • paradigm shift //

    /ˈpær.ə.daɪm ʃɪft/n
    Definition:A fundamental change in approach or underlying assumptions.
    Traducción:cambio de paradigma
    Example:The transition to decentralized autonomous organisations represents a significant paradigm shift in corporate governance.
    Collocation:a fundamental paradigm shift
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    • empirical //

    /ɪmˈpɪr.ɪ.kəl/adj
    Definition:Based on, concerned with, or verifiable by observation or experience rather than theory.
    Traducción:empírico
    Example:We require empirical evidence of increased productivity before we commit to a permanent hybrid model.
    Collocation:empirical evidence
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    • comprehensive //

    /ˌkɒm.prɪˈhen.sɪv/adj
    Definition:Including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.
    Traducción:exhaustivo / integral
    Example:The candidate underwent a comprehensive assessment to evaluate their leadership potential.
    Collocation:a comprehensive review
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    • substantiate //

    /səbˈstæn.ʃi.eɪt/v
    Definition:To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of something.
    Traducción:sustentar / corroborar
    Example:It is difficult to substantiate the claims of growth without more transparent accounting practices.
    Collocation:substantiate a claim
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    • inherent //

    /ɪnˈher.ənt/adj
    Definition:Existing in something as a permanent, essential, or characteristic attribute.
    Traducción:inherente
    Example:There are inherent risks in diversifying our professional network across multiple industries.
    Collocation:inherent risk
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    • advocate //

    /ˈæd.və.keɪt/v
    Definition:To publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy.
    Traducción:abogar por
    Example:She continues to advocate for more inclusive hiring practices within the tech sector.
    Collocation:advocate for change
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    • ambiguous //

    /æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs/adj
    Definition:Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
    Traducción:ambiguo
    Example:The job description was somewhat ambiguous, leaving several key responsibilities undefined.
    Collocation:an ambiguous statement
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    • leverage //

    /ˈliː.vər.ɪdʒ/v
    Definition:To use something to maximum advantage.
    Traducción:aprovechar / potenciar
    Example:We must leverage our existing partnerships to expand into the Asian market by 2026.
    Collocation:leverage an opportunity
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    • streamline //

    /ˈstriːm.laɪn/v
    Definition:To make an organization or system more efficient and effective.
    Traducción:optimizar / agilizar
    Example:The new software was designed to streamline the recruitment process and reduce time-to-hire.
    Collocation:streamline operations
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    • incentivise //

    /ɪnˈsen.tɪ.vaɪz/v
    Definition:To provide someone with an incentive for doing something.
    Traducción:incentivar
    Example:The company plans to incentivise high performance through equity-based bonuses.
    Collocation:incentivise growth
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    • negotiate //

    /nəˈɡəʊ.ʃi.eɪt/v
    Definition:To try to reach an agreement or compromise by discussion with others.
    Traducción:negociar
    Example:He managed to negotiate a much more competitive salary package during the final interview.
    Collocation:negotiate a deal
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    • benchmark //

    /ˈbentʃ.mɑːk/n
    Definition:A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared.
    Traducción:punto de referencia / estándar
    Example:This successful project will serve as a benchmark for all future marketing campaigns.
    Collocation:set a benchmark
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    • feasibility //

    /ˌfiː.zəˈbɪl.ə.ti/n
    Definition:The state or degree of being easily or conveniently done.
    Traducción:viabilidad
    Example:We are currently conducting a feasibility study on remote work for international teams.
    Collocation:feasibility study
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    • strategic //

    /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/adj
    Definition:Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
    Traducción:estratégico
    Example:Building a strong professional network is a strategic move for long-term career growth.
    Collocation:strategic planning
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    • collaborate //

    /kəˈlæb.ə.reɪt/v
    Definition:To work jointly on an activity or project.
    Traducción:colaborar
    Example:The two departments decided to collaborate on the new digital transformation initiative.
    Collocation:collaborate closely
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    • synergy //

    /ˈsɪn.ə.dʒi/n
    Definition:The interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects.
    Traducción:sinergia
    Example:The merger was expected to create significant synergy between the two tech giants.
    Collocation:create synergy
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    • proactive //

    /ˌprəʊˈæktɪv/adj
    Definition:Creating or controlling a situation by causing something to happen rather than responding to it after it has happened.
    Traducción:proactivo
    Example:Taking a proactive approach to skill development is essential in a rapidly changing job market.
    Collocation:a proactive approach
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    • burnout //

    /ˈbɜːn.aʊt/n
    Definition:State of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
    Traducción:agotamiento / burnout
    Example:Many professionals are now prioritising mental health to avoid burnout in high-pressure roles.
    Collocation:suffer from burnout
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    • side hustle //

    /saɪd ˈhʌs.əl/n
    Definition:A job or way of making money that is done in addition to one's main job.
    Traducción:trabajo secundario / emprendimiento paralelo
    Example:She started a side hustle in freelance consulting to supplement her primary income.
    Collocation:start a side hustle
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    • pivot //

    /ˈpɪv.ət/v
    Definition:To fundamentally change the direction of a business or career path.
    Traducción:pivotar / cambiar de rumbo
    Example:After ten years in finance, he decided to pivot towards data science.
    Collocation:pivot towards something
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    • networking //

    /ˈnet.wɜː.kɪŋ/n
    Definition:The action of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional contacts.
    Traducción:red de contactos / networking
    Example:Attending industry conferences is a great way to engage in effective networking.
    Collocation:effective networking
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    • imposter syndrome //

    /ˈɪm.pɒs.tər ˈsɪn.drəʊm/n
    Definition:A psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their skills or accomplishments and has a fear of being exposed as a fraud.
    Traducción:síndrome del impostor
    Example:Even successful executives often struggle with imposter syndrome when taking on new roles.
    Collocation:struggle with imposter syndrome
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    • climb the ladder //

    /klaɪm ðə ˈlæd.ər/phrase
    Definition:To advance in one's career or social status.
    Traducción:ascender en la escala jerárquica
    Example:He is highly ambitious and is clearly focused on climbing the corporate ladder.
    Collocation:climb the corporate ladder
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    • game-changer //

    /ˈɡeɪmˌtʃeɪ.nər/n
    Definition:A person or thing that significantly alters the current way of doing or thinking about something.
    Traducción:algo que cambia las reglas del juego
    Example:The introduction of generative AI has been a total game-changer for the creative industries.
    Collocation:a real game-changer
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    • soft skills //

    /sɒft skɪlz/n
    Definition:Personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people.
    Traducción:habilidades blandas
    Example:In the age of automation, soft skills like empathy and leadership are becoming more valuable.
    Collocation:develop soft skills
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    • work-life balance //

    /wɜːk laɪf ˈbæl.əns/n
    Definition:The division of one's time and focus between working and between personal life.
    Traducción:equilibrio entre vida laboral y personal
    Example:Finding a healthy work-life balance is a top priority for the Gen Z workforce.
    Collocation:achieve a work-life balance
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    • thought leader //

    /θɔːt ˈliː.dər/n
    Definition:An individual or firm that is recognized as an authority in a specific field and whose ideas influence the industry.
    Traducción:líder de opinión / referente
    Example:By publishing insightful articles on LinkedIn, she has established herself as a thought leader in tech ethics.
    Collocation:become a thought leader
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