B2 noun ˈbɛriəl saɪt

burial site

место захоронения

Meaning

A place where a dead body is buried.

Example

The burial site of the martyrs was near the riverbank.

Место захоронения мучеников было рядом с берегом реки.

B2 noun /ɪˈliːt/ or /eɪˈliːt/

elite

элита

Meaning

A select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities.

Example

Only the elite were invited to the exclusive event.

Только элита была приглашена на эксклюзивное мероприятие.

B2 noun /ˈfleɪ.vər/

Flavour

вкус

Meaning

the distinctive taste of a food or drink; a particular quality or atmosphere

Example

The soup had a rich flavour of herbs and spices from the garden.

В супе был насыщенный вкус трав и специй из сада.

B2 adjective /ˈbɪtər/

Bitter

горький; с сильным вкусом; выражающий гнев и разочарование

Meaning

having a sharp, pungent taste; feeling or showing anger and disappointment

Example

The medicine had a bitter taste.

Лекарство имело горький вкус.

B2 noun /ˈdɛnɪmz/

denims

джинсы из денима

Meaning

pants or clothes made from denim fabric, usually jeans

Example

He wore blue denims with a white shirt.

Он носил синие джинсы с белой рубашкой.

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

подозрение

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

Полиция арестовала его по подозрению в краже.

B2 adjective /ˈærəɡənt/

Arrogant

арогантный; высокомерный

Meaning

having an exaggerated sense of one's importance; proud

Example

His arrogant behavior made him very unpopular.

Его арогантное поведение сделало его очень непопулярным.

B2 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

контролировать

Meaning

to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly

Example

The teacher supervises students during the exam.

Учитель контролирует студентов во время экзамена.

B2 noun ˈfreɪm.wɜːks

frameworks

рамки

Meaning

A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text; an essential supporting structure.

Example

Frameworks define the basis of systems.

Рамки определяют основу систем.

B2 noun /prəˈpɔːʃən/

proportion

пропорция

Meaning

a part, share, or number considered in comparative relation to a whole

Example

The proportion of students passing the exam was high.

Доля студентов, сдавших экзамен, была высокой.

B2 noun /saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

psychology

психология

Meaning

the scientific study of the mind and behavior

Example

Psychology helps us understand how people think and act.

Психология помогает нам понять, как люди думают и действуют.

B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

интерактивный

Meaning

Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.

Example

Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.

Интерактивное обучение поддерживает интерес студентов к урокам.

B2 noun /dɪˈpen.dəns/

Dependence

зависимость

Meaning

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction

Example

His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.

Его зависимость от технологий сделала работу без интернета трудной.

B2 adjective /ˈdræs.tɪk/

Drastic

драстический; серьезный; имеющий сильное или далеко идущее воздействие

Meaning

extreme; severe; having a strong or far-reaching effect

Example

The company took drastic measures to reduce costs.

Компания предприняла драстические меры для сокращения затрат.

B2 noun /kənˈsɛʃən/

concession

уступка

Meaning

something that is granted, especially in response to demands; a compromise

Example

The company made several concessions during the negotiations.

Компания сделала несколько уступок в ходе переговоров.

B2 noun/verb /ɡʌt/

gut

живот / мужество

Meaning

The stomach or belly; also used for courage, instinct, or to remove the inside of something.

Example

He had the guts to stand up for his beliefs.

У него было мужество постоять за свои убеждения.

B2 adjective /pɪˈkjuː.li.ər/

Peculiar

странный; необычный; редкий

Meaning

strange or odd; unusual; belonging exclusively to

Example

She has a peculiar way of speaking.

У неё странный способ говорить.

B2 adjective /ɪˈmɒrəl/

immoral

аморальный

Meaning

Not conforming to accepted standards of morality; unethical or wicked.

Example

He was fired for his immoral behavior.

Его уволили за его аморальное поведение.

B2 noun /ˈtes.tɪ.moʊ.ni/

Testimony

показания; доказательства

Meaning

a formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law; evidence or proof

Example

The witness gave compelling testimony during the trial.

Свидетель дал убедительные показания во время процесса.

B2 verb /ˈælaɪ/

ally

союзник

Meaning

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

Example

The two countries decided to ally against their common enemy.

Две страны решили объединиться против общего врага.

B2 adjective /ˈbruː.təl/

brutal

жестокий

Meaning

extremely cruel or harsh; violent and without feeling

Example

The dictator’s rule was marked by brutal violence.

Правление диктатора было отмечено жестокой насилием.

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

сверхъестественный

Meaning

relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world

Example

The old house was said to have supernatural powers.

Старый дом, по слухам, обладал сверхъестественными силами.

B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

отказ; отклонение

Meaning

the act of saying no to something or not accepting something

Example

His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.

Его отказ сотрудничать усложнил проект.

B2 noun /kloʊv/

Clove

гвоздика

Meaning

aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae, used as a spice

Example

She added a few cloves to the mulled wine for extra flavor.

Она добавила несколько гвоздик в глинтвейн, чтобы придать ему больше вкуса.

B2 noun /ˈiː.ɡoʊ/

Ego

эго; самоуважение

Meaning

a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance

Example

His big ego prevented him from accepting criticism from others.

Его большое эго мешало ему принимать критику от других.

B2 noun /prækˈtɪʃ.ən.ər/

practitioner

практикующий

Meaning

a person actively engaged in a profession, especially medicine or law

Example

She is a skilled medical practitioner.

Она квалифицированный медицинский практикующий.

B2 noun dɪˈplɔɪmənt

deployment

развертывание

Meaning

The action of bringing resources into effective action.

Example

The deployment of the new software was completed successfully.

Развертывание нового программного обеспечения было успешно завершено.

B2 noun, verb /slænt/

slant

предвзятое мнение

Meaning

A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.

Example

The article had a political slant.

Статья имела политический уклон.

B2 noun /ˈpɒlən/

pollen

пыльца

Meaning

fine powder produced by flowers, used in fertilization

Example

Bees collect pollen from flowers to make honey.

Пчёлы собирают пыльцу с цветов, чтобы делать мёд.

B2 adjective /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl/

fundamental

фундаментальный

Meaning

forming a necessary base or core; of central importance

Example

Honesty is a fundamental principle of good leadership.

Честность — это фундаментальный принцип хорошего лидерства.

B2 adverb /ˈwɔːm.li/

Warmly

тепло; с любовью

Meaning

in a warm manner; with warmth; cordially; affectionately

Example

She welcomed the guests warmly at the door.

Она тепло встретила гостей у двери.

B2 noun /kəˈlɛktər/

collector

коллекционер

Meaning

a person who collects things as a hobby or job

Example

He is a stamp collector with thousands of rare items.

Он коллекционер марок с тысячами редких предметов.

B2 noun /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

criterion

критерий

Meaning

A standard or rule used to make a judgment or decision.

Example

Honesty is an important criterion for this job.

Честность - это важный критерий для этой работы.

B2 noun /prəˈvaɪdər/

provider

поставщик

Meaning

a person or thing that provides something.

Example

The service provider ensures that all customers receive timely support.

Поставщик услуг гарантирует, что все клиенты получат своевременную поддержку.

B2 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

управлять

Meaning

to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person

Example

He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.

Он аккуратно вел машину по узкой улице.

B2 adjective /ʌn.rɪˈleɪ.tɪd/

Unrelated

не относящийся; не связанный

Meaning

having no connection or relationship; not connected by family ties

Example

The two incidents were completely unrelated to each other.

Два инцидента были полностью не связанны друг с другом.

B2 adjective /ˈwɜːrθləs/

Worthless

бесполезный; никчёмный; не имеющий ценности

Meaning

having no value; useless

Example

The old computer became worthless after the new software updates.

Старый компьютер стал бесполезным после новых обновлений программного обеспечения.

B2 noun /ˈfjuː.nər.əl/

Funeral

похороны

Meaning

a ceremony typically held shortly after a person's death, usually including burial or cremation

Example

Hundreds of people attended the funeral to pay their respects to the beloved teacher.

Сотни людей присутствовали на похоронах, чтобы отдать дань уважения любимому учителю.

B2 noun /ˈpærɪʃ/

parish

парафия

Meaning

A local church community or the area served by a parish church.

Example

The parish gathered for Sunday service.

Парафия собралась для воскресной службы.

B2 adjective /ˌθɛr.əˈpjuː.tɪk/

therapeutic

терапевтический

Meaning

Having a healing or beneficial effect on the body or mind.

Example

Meditation is highly therapeutic for mental well-being.

Медитация очень терапевтична для психического благополучия.

B2 noun /ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Probability

вероятность

Meaning

the likelihood that something will happen; a mathematical measure of how likely something is to occur

Example

There is a high probability of rain tomorrow.

Завтра высокая вероятность дождя.

B2 adjective /ˌkɑː.di.əʊˈvæs.kjʊ.lər/

cardiovascular

относящийся к сердцу и кровеносным сосудам

Meaning

Relating to the heart and blood vessels.

Example

Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health.

Регулярные физические упражнения улучшают сердечно-сосудистое здоровье.

B2 noun /ˈbrɔːd.bænd/

broadband

широкополосный интернет

Meaning

a high-capacity transmission technique using a wide range of frequencies.

Example

Broadband internet has become a necessity in modern homes.

Широкополосный интернет стал необходимостью в современных домах.

B2 verb /ɪkˈsploʊd/

explode

взрываться

Meaning

to burst or shatter violently and noisily as a result of rapid combustion or pressure

Example

The bomb exploded in the middle of the street.

Бомба взорвалась посреди улицы.

B2 adjective /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl/

territorial

территориальный

Meaning

Relating to the ownership or control of land or territory.

Example

The two countries had a territorial dispute over the island.

Два государства имели территориальный спор по поводу острова.

B2 adjective /stɑːrk/

stark

сильный, резкий

Meaning

Severe, sharp, or clearly defined; plain and without any decoration.

Example

The stark contrast between poverty and wealth was evident in the city.

Явное различие между бедностью и богатством было очевидно в городе.

B2 adjective /rɪˈliːvd/

relieved

облегчённый

Meaning

feeling happy and less worried after something stressful has been removed or resolved

Example

She felt relieved after hearing the good news.

Она почувствовала облегчение после того, как услышала хорошие новости.

B2 verb /ˈtɛstəfaɪ/

testify

давать показания

Meaning

to make a statement or declaration under oath or to give evidence

Example

She was called to testify in court about the accident.

Её вызвали дать показания в суде по делу об аварии.

B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

нежно

Meaning

in a way that shows feelings of liking or love; with fondness and care

Example

She hugged her grandmother affectionately.

Она обняла свою бабушку с любовью.

B2 verb /ˈdɒmɪneɪt/

dominate

доминировать

Meaning

to have power or control over something or someone

Example

The company dominates the smartphone market.

Компания доминирует на рынке смартфонов.

B2 noun /əkˌseləˈreɪʃən/

acceleration

ускорение

Meaning

the rate at which velocity changes over time; the act of speeding up

Example

The car showed rapid acceleration as it entered the highway.

Автомобиль показал быстрое ускорение при выезде на шоссе.

B2 noun /ˈrɒbəɹi/

robbery

ограбление

Meaning

the crime of stealing from someone or somewhere using force or threat

Example

The police are investigating the robbery at the local store.

Полиция расследует ограбление в местном магазине.

B2 noun /ˈkɒm.ɪt/

Comet

комета

Meaning

a celestial object consisting of ice and dust that develops a tail when approaching the sun

Example

Halley's Comet appears in the sky every 76 years.

Комета Галлея появляется на небе каждые 76 лет.

B2 adjective /ˈædvɜːrs/

Adverse

неблагоприятный; отрицательный; враждебный

Meaning

harmful; unfavorable; opposing; negative

Example

The adverse weather conditions forced them to cancel the event.

Необычные погодные условия заставили их отменить мероприятие.

B2 noun /ˈɑːrm.pɪt/

Armpit

подмышка

Meaning

the hollow area under the arm where it joins the shoulder

Example

He applied deodorant to his armpit.

Он нанес дезодорант на свою подмышку.

B2 adjective /ˈɔː.rəl/

Oral

устный; относящийся к рту

Meaning

spoken rather than written; relating to the mouth

Example

The oral examination will test your speaking skills.

Устный экзамен проверит ваши навыки речи.

B2 noun ˈhɑːrvɪstɪŋ

harvesting

урожай

Meaning

The process of gathering a ripe crop from the fields or collecting natural resources.

Example

Unregulated harvesting affects the biodiversity of oceans.

Несанкционированный сбор урожая влияет на биоразнообразие океанов.

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

субсидия

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

Правительство предоставляет субсидию на топливо для контроля цен.

B2 noun /dɪsˈmeɪ/

Dismay

замешательство; тревога

Meaning

concern and distress caused by something unexpected; consternation or alarm

Example

To our dismay, the concert was cancelled due to severe weather conditions.

К нашему удивлению концерт был отменен из-за тяжелых погодных условий.

B2 noun /ˈʌndərkləʊðz/

underclothes

нижнее бельё

Meaning

Clothing worn beneath outer clothes, such as underwear or lingerie

Example

He folded his underclothes neatly before packing them.

Он аккуратно сложил своё нижнее бельё перед упаковкой.

B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

глупость

Meaning

lack of intelligence or common sense

Example

His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.

Его глупость вызвала много проблем для команды.

B2 verb ˈɛskəleɪt

escalate

эскалировать

Meaning

To increase rapidly; to become more intense or serious

Example

The aging population is escalating at an alarming rate.

Стареющее население эскалирует с тревожной скоростью.

B2 noun /'ræd.ɪʃ/

Radish

редис

Meaning

a small pungent edible root vegetable with white or red skin

Example

The farmer harvested fresh radishes from the garden.

Фермер собрал свежие редиски из сада.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪ.bər.ɪŋ/

Neighbouring

соседний; прилегающий; смежный

Meaning

situated next to or very near; adjacent; bordering

Example

We often visit our neighbouring countries for trade.

Мы часто посещаем наши соседние страны для торговли.

B2 noun /ˈleɪaʊt/

layout

макет

Meaning

the arrangement or design of something, especially the arrangement of elements in a book, webpage, or room

Example

The designer presented a new layout for the website that was much more user-friendly.

Дизайнер представил новый макет для веб-сайта, который был гораздо более удобным для пользователя.

B2 noun /ˈwɒrənti/

warranty

гарантия

Meaning

A written guarantee given by a manufacturer or seller promising to repair or replace a product if necessary within a specified period.

Example

The laptop comes with a two-year warranty.

Ноутбук поставляется с двухлетней гарантией.

B2 verb /ˌriːkriˈeɪt/

recreate

воссоздавать

Meaning

to create or produce something again, especially a new version of something lost or destroyed

Example

The team recreated the lost dataset from backups.

Команда восстановила потерянный набор данных из резервных копий.

B2 phrase ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən

global cooperation

глобальное сотрудничество

Meaning

International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.

Example

Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges.

Глобальное сотрудничество необходимо для решения климатических проблем.

B2 noun /beɪs/

bass

низкий мужской голос / бас-гитара

Meaning

the lowest adult male singing voice; also, low-frequency sounds in music or a type of fish

Example

He played the bass guitar at the concert.

Он играл на бас-гитаре на концерте.

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

инфекция

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

Врач прописал антибиотики для лечения бактериальной инфекции в ее горле.

B2 noun /ˈpɑːs.tʃər/

Posture

счастье

Meaning

the position in which someone holds their body; a particular attitude or approach

Example

Good posture is important for preventing back pain.

Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 adjective /ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Problematic

проблематичный; вызывающий проблемы

Meaning

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with

Example

The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.

Новые изменения в политике являются проблемными и требуют пересмотра.

B2 noun /ˈdef.ə.sɪt/

Deficit

дефицит; нехватка

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

Example

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

Правительство столкнулось с дефицитом бюджета в миллионы из-за увеличения расходов.

B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

затененная зона

Meaning

An area that is protected from direct sunlight.

Example

We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.

Мы сидели в затененной зоне у берега реки.

B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

террорист

Meaning

a person who uses violence or threats to intimidate or coerce, especially for political purposes

Example

The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.

Террорист был арестован полицией после атаки.

B2 noun ɔːˈtɒnəmi

autonomy

автономия

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

Example

Autonomy was a primary demand.

Автономия была основной требованием.

B2 verb /stæk/

stack

складывать или накапливать

Meaning

to arrange things in a neat pile or one on top of another

Example

He stacked the books neatly on the shelf.

Он аккуратно сложил книги на полке.

B2 verb /priːtʃ/

preach

проповедовать

Meaning

to deliver a religious or moral talk, often in a church setting

Example

The pastor preached about forgiveness and kindness.

Пастор проповедовал о прощении и доброте.

B2 noun /ˈmaɪ.ɡrənt/

migrant

мигрант

Meaning

A person who moves from one place to another, especially to find work or better living conditions.

Example

Many migrants travel long distances to find employment.

Многие мигранты путешествуют на большие расстояния, чтобы найти работу.

B2 verb /prɪˈzɜːv/

preserve

сохранять

Meaning

to keep something in its original state; to protect from harm or decay

Example

We must preserve our natural environment.

Мы должны сохранить нашу естественную среду.

B2 adjective /ˈpoʊ.lər/

polar

полярный, относящийся к полюсам

Meaning

relating to the North or South Pole; opposite in nature or character

Example

Penguins live in polar regions of the Earth.

Пингвины живут в полярных регионах Земли.

B2 noun /ˈzɪɡzæɡ/

Zigzag

путь или линия с резкими чередующимися поворотами направо и налево; узор острых поворотов

Meaning

a line or course having abrupt alternate right and left turns; a pattern of sharp turns

Example

The road follows a zigzag pattern up the mountain.

Дорога идет зигзагообразно вверх по горе.

B2 noun /ˌæljuˈmɪniəm/

aluminium

алюминий

Meaning

a lightweight, silvery-white metal used widely in manufacturing and packaging

Example

Aluminium is commonly used to make cans and aircraft parts.

Алюминий используется для производства банок и самолётов.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈwɪl.ɪŋ/

Unwilling

неохотный; отказавшийся;

Meaning

not ready to do something; reluctant; not wanting to do

Example

He was unwilling to share his secret with anyone.

Он не хотел делиться своим секретом с кем-либо.

B2 noun/verb /krɪˈtiːk/

critique

критика

Meaning

A detailed analysis and assessment of something, especially a literary, philosophical, or political theory; to evaluate critically.

Example

The professor asked the students to critique each other's essays.

Профессор попросил студентов критиковать эссе друг друга.

B2 noun /ˈmænʃən/

mansion

счастье

Meaning

a large, impressive house

Example

The billionaire lives in a luxurious mansion overlooking the ocean.

Она не смогла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила премию.

B2 adjective /rɪˈfreʃ.ɪŋ/

Refreshing

освежающий

Meaning

making one feel energized and renewed; pleasantly new or different

Example

The cool breeze was refreshing after the hot day.

Прохладный ветер был освежающим после жаркого дня.

B2 noun /ˈdraɪv.weɪ/

driveway

подъездная дорога

Meaning

a short private road leading from a street to a house or garage

Example

The car was parked in the driveway next to the garden.

Машина была припаркована на подъездной дороге рядом с садом.

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.lɪd/

Eyelid

веко

Meaning

either of the upper or lower folds of skin that cover the eye when closed

Example

Her eyelids felt heavy with sleep.

Ее веки чувствовали тяжесть от сна.

B2 adjective + noun ˈædvɜːrs ɪˈfekts

adverse effects

неблагоприятные эффекты

Meaning

Negative or harmful impacts that result from an action or condition.

Example

Plastic usage has adverse effects on the environment.

Использование пластика оказывает неблагоприятные эффекты на окружающую среду.

Meaning

a powdery substance that binds materials together; to make something strong or permanent

Example

The treaty helped cement the relationship between the two countries.

B2 noun /skɛtʃ/

sketch

эскиз

Meaning

a simple, rough drawing or outline

Example

He made a quick sketch of the landscape.

Он сделал быстрый эскиз пейзажа.

B2 noun /ˈpred.ə.ses.ər/

Predecessor

предшественник

Meaning

a person who held a job or office before the current holder; something that came before another thing

Example

The new manager learned from his predecessor's mistakes.

Новый менеджер учился на ошибках своего предшественника.

B2 noun /ˈmes.ɪn.dʒər/

Messenger

посланник

Meaning

a person who carries messages or communications between parties

Example

The messenger delivered important battle plans to the commander.

Посланник доставил командующему важные боевые планы.

B2 noun /ˈlɔɪəlti/

loyalty

лояльность

Meaning

a strong feeling of support or allegiance

Example

His loyalty to the company earned him great respect.

Его лояльность к компании принесла ему большой респект.

B2 verb /dɪˈskrɪmɪˌneɪt/

discriminate

дискриминировать

Meaning

To treat someone unfairly based on race, gender, or other differences; or to recognize a distinction.

Example

The law prohibits employers from discriminating against women.

Закон запрещает работодателям дискриминировать против женщин.

B2 noun /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/

Sabotage

саботаж

Meaning

deliberate destruction of equipment or disruption of activities

Example

The factory was shut down due to an act of sabotage.

Завод был закрыт из-за акта саботажа.

B2 adjective /ˈædɪkwət/

adequate

адекватный

Meaning

sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity

Example

The food was adequate for the small group.

Еда была адекватной для небольшой группы.

B2 verb prəˈmoʊtɪŋ

promoting

продвигать

Meaning

Supporting or actively encouraging; helping to develop or increase.

Example

Promoting practical education ensures skill development.

Продвижение практического образования обеспечивает развитие навыков.

B2 noun /ˈkɒmpɪtəns/

competence

компетенция

Meaning

the ability to do something successfully or efficiently

Example

Her competence as a manager impressed the board.

Ее компетенция как менеджера впечатлила совет.

B2 noun /ˈdʒuːələr/

jeweller

ювелир

Meaning

a person who makes, repairs, or sells jewelry

Example

The jeweller crafted a beautiful gold ring.

Ювелир изготовил красивое золотое кольцо.

B2 adjective /dɪˈstrɛst/

distressed

стрессированный

Meaning

feeling or showing extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example

She looked distressed after hearing the bad news.

Она выглядела стрессированной после того, как услышала плохие новости.

B2 noun /ˈpen.ʃən/

Pension

пенсия

Meaning

a regular payment made to someone who is no longer working because of age or disability

Example

After retirement, he receives a monthly pension from the company.

После выхода на пенсию он получает ежемесячную пенсию от компании.

B2 verb /flɪp/

flip

перевернуть

Meaning

to turn over quickly or suddenly; to toss lightly

Example

She flipped the pancake in the pan.

Она перевернула блин в сковороде.

B2 noun /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

Drumstick

Стручок моринги

Meaning

long green pod vegetable from moringa tree; nutritious vegetable used in curries

Example

The drumstick adds a unique flavor to the traditional fish curry.

Драмстик придает уникальный вкус традиционному рыбному карри.

B2 verb /dɪˈspaɪz/

despise

презирать

Meaning

to regard with contempt; to hate strongly

Example

She despises dishonesty in all its forms.

Она презирает нечестность во всех её проявлениях.

B2 verb /poʊz/

pose

счастье

Meaning

To assume a particular position, especially for a photograph or display; to present a problem or question.

Example

She posed for a picture in front of the monument.

Она не смогла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 noun/adjective /kənˈstɪtʃuənt/

constituent

составная часть / избиратель

Meaning

Noun: A member of a constituency or an essential part of something. Adjective: Being a necessary part of a whole.

Example

The senator met with his constituents to discuss local issues.

Сенатор встретился со своими избирателями, чтобы обсудить местные проблемы.

B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

Meaning

to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange

Example

He shuffled the cards before dealing them.

B2 noun /ˌkɔːriˈændər/

Coriander

кориандр

Meaning

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

Example

Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry.

Свежие листья кориандра посыпаются на карри.

B2 adjective /proʊn/

Prone

склонный

Meaning

having a tendency to; inclined; lying face down

Example

He is prone to making mistakes when he's tired.

Он склонен делать ошибки, когда устал.