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Traducción & Definición

the pressure: la presión noun
a great deal of pressure mucha presión
to pressure: presionar verb
They're trying to pressure me into signing the contract. Están tratando de presionarme para que firme el contrato.

Ejemplos

  • "There is a great deal of pressure for American companies to adhere to international human rights standards."
  • "I'm being pressured by my colleagues at City Hall to ignore those applications and simply build some government offices..."
  • "There is a great deal of pressure for American companies to adhere to International Human Rights Standards."
Ejercicio 1
Kevin tells Mrs. Lee about the "great deal of pressure on American companies".
What does he mean by this?

Kevin tells Mrs. Lee about the "great deal of pressure on American companies".
What does he mean by this?
"To be under pressure" expresses that there are restrictions or constraints being imposed upon someone or something. A "great deal" is a common way of saying "very much", the phrase expresses that there is a large amount or quantity of something.
Although as a noun, a "deal" can refer to a contract or an agreement, in this case, a "great deal" refers to a large amount or quantity.
Although "a great deal" (as a noun) can refer to a good business move or discount, here it is being used to describe a large amount of pressure.
Do not confuse "pressure" with "pleasure"!
Ejercicio 2
It's time to get naked... and answer a few vocabulary questions with Dr. Loblaw!
Fill in the blanks below with the appropriate terms, most were used in the dialogue you just heard


This term refers to the rhythm or cadence of one of the most powerful internal organs in the body. "Okay, I'm going to put on my stethoscope to listen to your . Lub, Dub, mmkay!"

This term refers to written instructions from a doctor to a patient or pharmacist. "I'm going to write you a for anti-depressants, antibiotics, and some Viagra, just in case, mmkay?"

This 2-word term refers to the force exerted by the blood circulating in our bodies. "You have a history of high in your family, so you should avoid rich foods and stress, mmkay?"

This term refers to a pain located in the head. "You should take some aspirin if you have a , mmkay?"

This is one of the most common ailments encountered. It usually involves sneezing, coughing and a runny nose and can be caused by allergies, a virus or bacteria. This term was NOT used in the dialogue. "It seems you have a Mr. Jones. You should rest, drink a lot of fluids and stay warm, mmkay?"

It's time to get naked... and answer a few vocabulary questions with Dr. Loblaw!
Fill in the blanks below with the appropriate terms, most were used in the dialogue you just heard


This term refers to the rhythm or cadence of one of the most powerful internal organs in the body. "Okay, I'm going to put on my stethoscope to listen to your heartbeat 1. Lub, Dub, mmkay!"

This term refers to written instructions from a doctor to a patient or pharmacist. "I'm going to write you a prescription 2 for anti-depressants, antibiotics, and some Viagra, just in case, mmkay?"

This 2-word term refers to the force exerted by the blood circulating in our bodies. "You have a history of high blood 3 pressure 4 in your family, so you should avoid rich foods and stress, mmkay?"

This term refers to a pain located in the head. "You should take some aspirin if you have a headache 5, mmkay?"

This is one of the most common ailments encountered. It usually involves sneezing, coughing and a runny nose and can be caused by allergies, a virus or bacteria. This term was NOT used in the dialogue. "It seems you have a cold 6 Mr. Jones. You should rest, drink a lot of fluids and stay warm, mmkay?"
1 heartbeat: The "heartbeat" is the sound and movement produced by the heart. "Lub" and "dub" are the names given to the two-part process of the "heartbeat". In this dialogue, Dr. Loblaw listens to Brian's heartbeat, then tells him that it is normal.
2 prescription: A "prescription" refers to written indications for treatment or medication either from a doctor to a pharmacist, or directly from a doctor to a patient.
3 blood: "Blood" is the liquid of life. It courses through our body bringing oxygen to our system. In this scene, Dr. Loblaw states that Brian's blood pressure is normal. Blood pressure refers to the force exerted by the blood circulating in our bodies (against the arterial walls).
4 pressure: "Pressure" (both literally and figuratively) refers to the exertion of force upon a surface by an object, fluid, person, etc. In this case, "blood pressure" refers to the force exerted by the blood circulating in our bodies (against the arterial walls).
5 headache: A "headache" describes pain or hurting in the head. Example: The music was so loud it gave me a headache. In this dialogue, Dr. Loblaw asks Brian if he suffers from "headaches". Note that this term is made up of two words: "head" + "ache". An "ache" on its own describes a painful sensation, and is a common suffix used to describe many types of pain: stomach ache, back ache, ear ache etc.
6 cold: A "cold" is a viral condition which is often characterized by sneezing, coughing and a runny nose. This term wasn't used in the dialogue.
Ejercicio 3
Fill in the blanks below using terms from the conversation you just heard.

This term describes 'force' or 'persuasion'.
'I am receiving a lot of from my wife to stop smoking.'

This term shares a similar meaning with 'justly' or 'equitably'.
'The criminal demanded to be treated during the trial.'

This term shares a similar meaning with 'managing' or 'dealing with'.
'Susie is very good at her busy work schedule.'

Fill in the blanks below using terms from the conversation you just heard.

This term describes 'force' or 'persuasion'.
'I am receiving a lot of pressure 1 from my wife to stop smoking.'

This term shares a similar meaning with 'justly' or 'equitably'.
'The criminal demanded to be treated fairly 2 during the trial.'

This term shares a similar meaning with 'managing' or 'dealing with'.
'Susie is very good at handling 3 her busy work schedule.'
1 pressure: 'Pressure' describes force or persuasion, either physical or moral. Kevin refers to 'pressure' that American companies are under to adhere to human rights standards. This means that companies are being strongly encouraged to respect human rights standards. Other example: Teenagers are under more and more pressure to start smoking.
2 fairly: 'Fairly' is a synonym of 'justly': both terms describe something 'suitable', 'appropriate' or 'decent'. Mrs Lee says that 'ChinaCorp treats their workers 'very fairly.' Note that in a different context, 'fairly' shares a similar meaning with 'moderately' and 'reasonably', as in: 'It's fairly cold today'.
3 handling: In this context, 'to handle' is a synonym of 'to manage': both terms describe the act of directing or 'dealing with' a person, problem or thing. Example: My sandwich shop is able to handle 1000 customers an hour. Mrs Lee says that ChinaCorp is 'capable of handling' Delavigne Corp's production demands.
Ejercicio 4
Philip and Icarus have arrived at a gas station! According to Philip, what is the plan?
Philip will:

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Icarus will:

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Philip and Icarus have arrived at a gas station! According to Philip, what is the plan?
Philip will:

•  buy some food 1

•  go to the toilet 2
Icarus will:

•  put gas in the car 3

•  check the tire pressure 4
1 buy some food: This is correct. Philip says that he is "going to go get some snacks". A "snack" refers to a light or quick meal or food that is eaten between meals. Philip probably means that he will buy chocolate, candy ("sweets" in UK English), or potato chips ("crisps" in UK English).
1 pay for the gas: This is incorrect. Philip says that he is "going to go get some snacks". This does not mean that he will pay for gas. "Gas" refers to fuel that is used for automobiles.
1 buy a road map: This is incorrect. Philip says that he is "going to go get some snacks". This does not mean that he will buy a road map. A "road map" is used by motorists and describes a plan that shows road details and distances.
1 hold up the store with a banana: This is incorrect. Philip says that he is "going to go get some snacks". This does not mean he will hold up the store with a banana. "To hold up (a bank)" is to "rob" it or demand money by theft.
2 go to the toilet: This is correct. Philip says that he will "use the rest room". A "rest room" is a room in a public building that contains toilets (or lavatories) and washing facilities.
2 have a rest: This is incorrect. Philip says that he will "use the rest room". This does not mean that he wants to have a rest.
2 repair the car: This is incorrect. Philip says that he will "use the rest room". This does not mean that he wants to repair the vehicle.
2 walk like an Egyptian: This is incorrect. Only the Bangles can walk like an Egyptian in the correct manner.
3 put gas in the car: This is correct. Philip asks Icarus to "fill up the tank". "To fill up (a car)" is to put fuel (gas or petrol) in it so that the fuel reservoir is full. A "tank" refers to the fuel reservoir of a vehicle that contains gas (or petrol).
3 check the oil level: This is incorrect. Philip asks Icarus to "fill up the tank". This does not mean that he wants Icarus to check the oil level. The "oil level" refers to the amount of lubricant remaining in the car engine.
3 clean the car interior: This is incorrect. Icarus asks an attendant to wash the "windshield", but Philip does not request Icarus to clean the interior of the car.
3 find a tank: This is incorrect. Philip asks Icarus to "fill up the tank". Philip is referring to the fuel reservoir of the vehicle, not an armoured car.
4 check the tire pressure: This is correct. Philip asks Icarus to "check the tires". This means that he wants Icarus to check the air pressure in the tires. A "tire" ("tyre" in UK English) refers to the ring of rubber that surrounds the wheels of a car. The "air pressure (in a tire)" generally refers to the amount of air in the tire, and more specifically to the exertion of force upon the surface of the tire.
4 check the lights: This is incorrect. Philip asks Icarus to "check the tires". This doesn't mean that Philip wants Icarus to check the lights of the car.
4 check the brakes: This is incorrect. Philip asks Icarus to "check the tires". This does not mean that Philip wants Icarus to check the brakes of the car. The "brakes" of a car refer to the mechanisms that reduce the speed of a vehicle.
4 check the state of his pants: This is incorrect. Icarus' pants are in perfect condition, but his little "Icky" is functioning badly.
Ejercicio 5
Which of the following statements is TRUE?

Which of the following statements is TRUE?
The mayor is being pressured by his colleagues to ignore applications, he himself is not pressuring anyone else.
The mayor is being pressured to ignore the applications for building permits, he himself is not being ignored.
The mayor is being pressured by his colleagues at City Hall to ignore applications for the space, not to apply for the space himself.
This is the best choice here. The mayor's colleagues are "pressuring" him to build government offices, and to ignore applications for building permits from anyone else.
This statement is false. On the contrary, the mayor is being pressured "to ignore" these applications, therefore he is being asked "not to accept" any applications.

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