Centro de Estudio Multidioma

1. ¿Cuál es el ejemplo correcto para la regla: "Demostrativos (This / That / These / Those)"?

This/These refieren a objetos cercanos; That/Those refieren a objetos lejanos.

Much as I respect his expertise, I cannot agree with his conclusion. 🔊 By the time the meeting started, she had reviewed all the documents. 🔊 We regret to inform you that your application was unsuccessful. 🔊 These books on my desk are very interesting. 🔊

2. ¿Cuál es el ejemplo correcto para la regla: "Agentless Passives in Scientific Writing"?

Uso de la voz pasiva omitiendo el agente para enfatizar la objetividad del procedimiento experimental.

These books on my desk are very interesting. 🔊 The compound was heated to 80 degrees Celsius and monitored for two hours. 🔊 Close the door, will you? / Let's begin the presentation, shall we? 🔊 I was cooking dinner when the doorbell rang. 🔊

3. ¿Cuál es el ejemplo correcto para la regla: "Present Continuous: Estructura Básica"?

Se usa para describir acciones que ocurren en el preciso momento de hablar.

This database is faster than the old version. 🔊 They are testing the new application right now. 🔊 Granted that the initial investment is high, the long-term ROI is substantial. 🔊 The company is expanding its operations into Asia. 🔊

4. ¿Cuál es el ejemplo correcto para la regla: "In lieu of (Substitution)"?

Expresión formal que significa "en lugar de" o "en sustitución de".

Had we been informed of the supply chain disruption earlier, we would have taken immediate action. 🔊 I haven't reviewed the revised clauses yet. — Neither have I. 🔊 Seldom have I witnessed such dedication. 🔊 Employees were granted extra vacation days in lieu of overtime pay. 🔊

5. ¿Cuál es el ejemplo correcto para la regla: "Causative Get + Adjective"?

Expresa transformación o cambio de estado gradual o inducido.

It is easy to get confused when reading complex legal contracts. 🔊 He must have forgotten about the meeting because he didn't show up. 🔊 Inflation rose sharpely. Consequently, central banks raised interest rates. 🔊 He has been researching this topic for three months. 🔊