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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 workplace diversity, equity & inclusion.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Workplace Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

marginalisation //

/ˌmɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/n
Definition:The process of treating a person or group as insignificant or peripheral.
Traducción:marginación
Example:Sociological studies highlight how systemic marginalisation can hinder talent acquisition in tech hubs.
Collocation:social marginalisation
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    • hegemony //

    /hɪˈɡɛməni/n
    Definition:Leadership or dominance, especially by one social group or nation over others.
    Traducción:hegemonía
    Example:The critique of corporate hegemony explores how traditional leadership structures exclude minority voices.
    Collocation:cultural hegemony
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    • stratification //

    /ˌstrætɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/n
    Definition:The arrangement or classification of something into different groups or layers.
    Traducción:estratificación
    Example:Social stratification often dictates the unequal distribution of opportunities within professional networks.
    Collocation:social stratification
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    • ubiquitous //

    /juːˈbɪkwɪtəs/adj
    Definition:Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
    Traducción:ubicuo / omnipresente
    Example:The ubiquitous influence of globalised corporate culture can sometimes suppress local cultural nuances.
    Collocation:ubiquitous presence
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    • paradigm //

    /ˈpærədaɪm/n
    Definition:A typical example or pattern of something; a model.
    Traducción:paradigma
    Example:We need a paradigm shift in how we approach gender equity in executive roles.
    Collocation:paradigm shift
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    • intersectionality //

    /ˌɪntəˈsekʃənæləti/n
    Definition:The interconnected nature of social categorisations such as race, class, and gender.
    Traducción:interseccionalidad
    Example:An intersectional approach ensures that DEI policies address the unique challenges of overlapping identities.
    Collocation:intersectional perspective
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    • disenfranchisement //

    /ˌdɪsɪnˈfræntʃaɪzmənt/n
    Definition:The state of being deprived of a right or privilege.
    Traducción:privación de derechos / marginación
    Example:Systemic disenfranchisement remains a significant barrier to achieving true workplace equity.
    Collocation:political disenfranchisement
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    • nuanced //

    /ˈnjuːɑːnst/adj
    Definition:Characterised by subtle shades of meaning or expression.
    Traducción:matizado / sutil
    Example:A nuanced understanding of cultural differences is vital for global team cohesion.
    Collocation:nuanced approach
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    • asymmetry //

    /əˈsɪmətri/n
    Definition:Lack of equality or equivalence between parts or aspects of something.
    Traducción:asimetría
    Example:Information asymmetry between management and staff can lead to perceived inequities.
    Collocation:information asymmetry
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    • perpetuate //

    /pəˈpɛtʃueɪt/v
    Definition:To make (something, typically an undesirable situation) continue indefinitely.
    Traducción:perpetuar
    Example:Unconscious biases can inadvertently perpetuate inequality within recruitment processes.
    Collocation:perpetuate a myth
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    • meritocracy //

    /ˌmɛrɪˈtɒkrəsi/n
    Definition:A system in which promotion is based on individual ability or achievement.
    Traducción:meritocracia
    Example:Critics argue that a pure meritocracy is impossible without addressing historical disadvantages.
    Collocation:true meritocracy
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    • unconscious bias //

    /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs ˈbaɪəs/n phrase
    Definition:Social stereotypes about certain groups of people that individuals form outside their own conscious awareness.
    Traducción:sesgo inconsciente
    Example:Training sessions are designed to help managers recognise and mitigate unconscious bias.
    Collocation:mitigate unconscious bias
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    • equity //

    /ˈɛkwɪti/n
    Definition:The quality of being fair and impartial; justice according to needs.
    Traducción:equidad
    Example:The company is committed to equity, ensuring resources are distributed based on specific needs.
    Collocation:social equity
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    • retention //

    /rɪˈtɛnʃn/n
    Definition:The continued possession, use, or control of something; keeping employees in a company.
    Traducción:retención
    Example:Diversity initiatives are crucial for the long-term retention of diverse talent.
    Collocation:employee retention
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    • inclusive //

    /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/adj
    Definition:Including all the kinds of people one would want to have.
    Traducción:inclusivo
    Example:We aim to foster an inclusive culture where every employee feels they belong.
    Collocation:inclusive environment
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    • attrition //

    /əˈtrɪʃn/n
    Definition:The gradual reduction of a workforce by employees leaving and not being replaced.
    Traducción:desgaste / rotación de personal
    Example:High attrition rates among minority groups suggest a failure in our inclusion strategies.
    Collocation:natural attrition
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    • advocate //

    /ˈædvəkeɪt/v
    Definition:To publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy.
    Traducción:abogar / defender
    Example:Leaders must actively advocate for policies that support work-life balance.
    Collocation:advocate for change
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    • accountability //

    /əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti/n
    Definition:The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.
    Traducción:rendición de cuentas / responsabilidad
    Example:Establishing accountability is key to ensuring DEI goals are actually met.
    Collocation:hold someone to accountability
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    • benchmarking //

    /ˈbɛntʃmɑːkɪŋ/n
    Definition:Evaluating something by comparison with a standard.
    Traducción:evaluación comparativa
    Example:We are benchmarking our diversity metrics against industry leaders.
    Collocation:rigorous benchmarking
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    • pipeline //

    /ˈpaɪplaɪn/n
    Definition:A sequence of stages through which something is developed or processed.
    Traducción:flujo / canal de talento
    Example:The talent pipeline must be widened to include candidates from non-traditional backgrounds.
    Collocation:talent pipeline
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    • glass ceiling //

    /ɡlɑːs ˈsiːlɪŋ/n phrase
    Definition:An unacknowledged barrier to advancement in a profession, especially affecting women and minorities.
    Traducción:techo de cristal
    Example:Despite progress, many women still encounter a glass ceiling in corporate leadership.
    Collocation:break the glass ceiling
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    • microaggression //

    /ˌmaɪkrəəˈɡrɛʃn/n
    Definition:A subtle, often unintentional, slight or insult directed at a member of a marginalised group.
    Traducción:microagresión
    Example:Workshops help staff identify microaggressions that can damage team morale.
    Collocation:subtle microaggression
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    • allyship //

    /ˈælaɪʃɪp/n
    Definition:The practice of those in positions of privilege supporting marginalised groups.
    Traducción:aliadismo / solidaridad
    Example:Effective allyship requires active listening and taking action to support colleagues.
    Collocation:active allyship
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    • performative //

    /pəˈfɔːrmətɪv/adj
    Definition:Relating to an action done to increase one's social standing rather than out of genuine conviction.
    Traducción:performativo / de fachada
    Example:The company was criticised for performative activism that lacked real policy changes.
    Collocation:performative gestures
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    • burnout //

    /ˈbɜːrnaʊt/n
    Definition:State of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive stress.
    Traducción:agotamiento / burnout
    Example:Lack of support for diverse employees can lead to higher rates of burnout.
    Collocation:severe burnout
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    • neurodiversity //

    /ˌnjʊərəʊdaɪˈvɜːrsəti/n
    Definition:The range of differences in individual brain function and thought processes.
    Traducción:neurodiversidad
    Example:Embracing neurodiversity allows companies to tap into unique cognitive strengths.
    Collocation:celebrate neurodiversity
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    • safe space //

    /seɪf speɪs/n phrase
    Definition:A place where a person can feel confident that they will not be exposed to discrimination.
    Traducción:espacio seguro
    Example:The meeting was designed to be a safe space for honest dialogue.
    Collocation:create a safe space
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    • vibe check // (n phrase (informal/slang))

    /vaɪb tʃɛk/formal
    Definition:An assessment of the emotional atmosphere or the 'feeling' of a situation or person.
    Traducción:evaluación de la energía/ambiente
    Example:The team did a quick vibe check to ensure everyone felt comfortable with the new hybrid policy.
    Collocation:perform a vibe check
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    • gatekeeping //

    /ˈɡeɪtkiːpɪŋ/n
    Definition:Controlling access to something, often in a way that excludes certain people.
    Traducción:control de acceso / exclusión
    Example:We must ensure that senior leadership isn't gatekeeping opportunities from junior staff.
    Collocation:unconscious gatekeeping
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    • clout //

    /klaʊt/n
    Definition:Influence or power, especially in social media or political contexts.
    Traducción:influencia / poder
    Example:The CEO used her social media clout to promote the company's new diversity initiative.
    Collocation:political clout
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