7. Convict (n):
/ˈkɑnvɪkt/
Convicto
Someone who is in prison because they have committed a crime.
Example: Harrison’s best friend has been declared a convict.
8. Corruption (n):
/kəˈrʌpʃən/
Corrupción
Dishonest or illegal behavior by officials in positions of power.
Example: Millie has seen so much corruption in the government so far.
9. Crime (n):
/kraɪm/
Crimen
An illegal activity or action.
Example: She was unaware that she had committed a crime.
10. Drug trafficking (n):
/drʌg/ /ˈtræfɪkɪŋ/
Tráfico de drogas
The business of buying and selling drugs illegally.
Example: Jessica can’t stand seeing drug trafficking in her neighborhood.
11. Essay (n):
/ˈɛˌseɪ/
Redacción
A short piece of writing by a student on a particular subject.
Example: Jack has to write an essay about the pollution in Lima.
12. Evidence (n):
/ˈɛvədəns/
Evidencia
Facts or physical signs that help to prove something.
Example: There is some evidence that the economy is improving.
13. Flavorful (adj):
/ˈfleɪvərfəl/
Sabroso
Tasting especially good.
Example: Your drink is very flavorful, according to Oliver the chef.
14. Inventive (adj):
/ɪnˈvɛntɪv/
Ingenioso
Good at thinking of new and original ideas or methods.
Example: Oscar is a versatile and inventive player.