B2 noun Neutral

artery

/ˈɑːrtəri/

An artery is a muscular-walled tube forming part of the circulation system by which blood (mainly that which has been oxygenated) is conveyed from the heart to all parts of the body. Metaphorically, it refers to a major route in a network, such as a main road or river, that is vital for transportation or communication.

Ejemplos

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1

The main artery into the city was completely blocked by a parade this afternoon.

The primary road leading into the city center was obstructed by a public procession today.

2

The surgeon worked meticulously to repair the damaged coronary artery.

The specialist doctor performed careful surgery to fix the injured blood vessel near the heart.

3

I live right on a main artery, so the traffic noise is constant.

My home is located on a very busy major road, resulting in continuous noise from cars.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
artery
Adverbio
arterially
Adjetivo
arterial
Relacionado
arteriole
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Truco para recordar

Remember the letter 'A': Arteries carry blood 'Away' from the heart.

Quiz rápido

The city's transport ______ was shut down for repairs, causing massive traffic jams.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: artery

Ejemplos

1

The main artery into the city was completely blocked by a parade this afternoon.

everyday

The primary road leading into the city center was obstructed by a public procession today.

2

The surgeon worked meticulously to repair the damaged coronary artery.

formal

The specialist doctor performed careful surgery to fix the injured blood vessel near the heart.

3

I live right on a main artery, so the traffic noise is constant.

informal

My home is located on a very busy major road, resulting in continuous noise from cars.

4

Research indicates that the hardening of the arteries can lead to significant cardiovascular issues.

academic

Scientific studies show that the stiffening of blood vessels can cause serious heart-related health problems.

5

This railway line serves as the commercial artery of the northern province.

business

This specific train track acts as the most important transport route for trade in the north.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
artery
Adverbio
arterially
Adjetivo
arterial
Relacionado
arteriole

Colocaciones comunes

blocked artery a blood vessel that is obstructed
major artery a primary road or important blood vessel
coronary artery an artery supplying blood to the heart
main artery the most important transport route in a system
arterial road a high-capacity urban road

Frases Comunes

hardening of the arteries

a condition where the vessels become stiff (atherosclerosis)

main artery of the city

the most important road for traffic flow in a city

vital artery

a crucial connection or transport link

Se confunde a menudo con

artery vs vein

Arteries carry blood away from the heart, while veins carry blood toward the heart.

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Notas de uso

Use 'artery' when referring to biological blood vessels or major transportation routes. It implies a high volume of flow or critical importance to a system.

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Errores comunes

Learners sometimes use 'artery' for any small road, but it should only be used for major, high-traffic routes. Biologically, do not confuse it with 'vein' which has a different function.

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Truco para recordar

Remember the letter 'A': Arteries carry blood 'Away' from the heart.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Latin 'arteria' and the Greek 'artēria', meaning 'windpipe' or 'vessel', originally thought to carry air.

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun Plural form: arteries Often used with adjectives like 'major', 'main', or 'blocked'
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Contexto cultural

In urban planning, 'arterial' classifications are used globally to manage traffic hierarchy in cities.

Quiz rápido

The city's transport ______ was shut down for repairs, causing massive traffic jams.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: artery

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A1

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lung

A1

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tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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