🇬🇧🇪🇸 tension - tensión : English Lesson

Meaning of "tension" ("tensión"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Tension is a noun that describes a state of mental or emotional strain, stress, or anxiety. It can also refer to the physical tightness or pressure in a material or object. Tension often occurs in situations where there is uncertainty, conflict, or pressure to perform.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

There was major tension when my cat and the vacuum cleaner made eye contact.

There was serious tension at the dinner table when my grandma asked, “So, who wants to talk about politics?”

The tension in class rose when the teacher said, “Time for a pop quiz!”

The tension was so intense, the popcorn popped itself.

The tension in my stomach before riding the roller coaster was nothing compared to the scream that came after.

Anna sat by the door; tension moved through her like cold water. The tension in her hands made the cup shake. She felt tension in her chest as the phone rang. The room was full of quiet tension until the call ended with a laugh. The tension broke, and Anna smiled, holding the warm cup.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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