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Resources TranslatorThe pen is mightier than the sword.
The pen is mightier than the sword.
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La pluma es más poderosa que la espada. The pen is mightier than the sword.
1. a writing implement with a point from which ink flows.
She carefully selected her favorite pen to sign the important document, making sure the signature was bold and legible. Ella seleccionó con cuidado su pluma favorita para firmar el documento importante, asegurándose de que la firma fuera oscura y legible.
2. an enclosure for confining livestock.
The farmer carefully led the sheep into their new pen, making sure they had enough food and water. El granjero llevó con cuidado a las ovejas a su nuevo corral, asegurándose de que tuvieran suficiente alimento y agua.
3. a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play.
The new parents set up a pen for their little one at the park, so they could enjoy some fresh air while keeping an eye on their baby. Los nuevos padres montan un cochecito para su pequeño en el parque, de manera que puedan disfrutar del aire fresco mientras vigilan a su bebé.
4. a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes.
The notorious serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole and would be serving his time at a maximum-security pen. El asesino en serie notorio fue condenado a prisión perpetua sin libertad condicional y cumpliría su tiempo en una penitenciaria de alta seguridad máxima.
5. female swan.
The pen glided effortlessly across the lake's surface, its sleek feathers glistening in the sunlight. La pluma se deslizó sin esfuerzo por la superficie del lago, sus sedosas plumas brillaban en el sol.
be verb
1. have the quality of being.
The new employee is calm, which be an essential trait for working in customer service. (In this sentence, "be" means to have the quality of being calm.) El nuevo empleado es sereno, lo que es una característica esencial para trabajar en atención al cliente. (En esta oración, "ser" significa tener la calidad de ser sereno.)
2. be identical to.
The two copies of the document be identical, making it impossible to determine which one is the original. Los dos ejemplares del documento sean idénticos, lo que hace imposible determinar cuál es el original.
3. occupy a certain position or area.
The new restaurant will be located on the corner of Main Street and Elm Avenue, right next to the city's famous fountain. El nuevo restaurante se ubicará en la esquina de calle Main y Avenida Elm, justo al lado de la famosa fuente de la ciudad.
4. have an existence, be extant.
The ancient city of Pompeii still be on the Italian coast, despite being buried under volcanic ash for centuries. La ciudad antigua de Pompeya sigue estando en la costa italiana, a pesar de estar enterrada bajo cenizas volcánicas durante siglos.
5. happen, occur, take place.
The storm was expected to be severe, so we stocked up on supplies and boarded up the windows. La tormenta se esperaba que fuera severa, por lo que nos aprovisionamos de suministros y acristalamos las ventanas.
6. be identical or equivalent to.
The new smartphone **be** a clone of the latest iPhone model, sharing many of its features and design elements. El nuevo smartphone **será** una copia del último modelo de iPhone, compartiendo muchos de sus características y elementos de diseño.
7. form or compose.
The songwriter spent hours be-ing the melody, carefully crafting each note to create a haunting harmony. El compositor pasó horas siendo la melodía, cuidadosamente labrando cada nota para crear un armonía aterciopelada.
8. work in a specific place, with a specific subject, or in a specific function.
As a freelance writer, she be based out of her home office to focus on her latest novel. Como escritora independiente, ella trabaja desde su oficina en casa para enfocarse en su última novela.
9. represent, as of a character on stage.
The actor will be Shakespeare's Hamlet in tonight's performance. El actor será Hamlet de Shakespeare en la representación de esta noche.
10. spend or use time.
I'll be watching the game all afternoon, so don't disturb me. Voy a estar viendo el partido toda la tarde, así que no me molestes.
11. have life, be alive.
The newborn baby was still learning to be, struggling to breathe and adjusting to its new life outside the womb. El bebé recién nacido todavía estaba aprendiendo a ser, luchando por respirar y adaptándose a su nueva vida fuera del útero.
12. to remain unmolested, undisturbed, or uninterrupted -- used only in infinitive form.
The hikers made sure to be off the trail by nightfall so they could be alone and enjoy their campsite without disturbance. Los senderistas se aseguraron de estar fuera del camino por la hora nocturna para poder estar solos y disfrutar de su acampada sin molestar.
13. be priced at.
The new smartphone will be $800, making it one of the most expensive models on the market. El nuevo smartphone costará $800, lo que lo hará uno de los modelos más caros en el mercado.
1. a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard.
The knight drew his sword from its scabbard, ready to defend himself against the charging dragon. El caballero sacó su espada de su vaina, listo para defenderse contra el dragón que cargaba hacia él.
In ancient Japan, samurai warriors wielded swords in ritual ceremonies and battles, symbolizing honor and loyalty. En Japón antiguo, los guerreros samurái portaban espadas en ceremonias rituales y batallas, simbolizando el honor y la lealtad.
After discovering the treasure chest, the adventurer unsheathed his trusty sword, prepared for any danger that might lurk ahead. Después de descubrir el cofre del tesoro, el aventurero desenvainó su fiel espada, preparándose para cualquier peligro que pudiera acechar en el futuro.
