A2 noun/verb /kənˈsɜːrn/

concern

беспокойство, предмет беспокойства

Meaning

to relate to or affect; a matter of worry or interest

Example

Environmental issues concern all of us.

Экологические проблемы волнуют нас всех.

C1 noun /ˈdek.ə.dəns/

decadence

декаданс

Meaning

Moral or cultural decline characterized by excessive indulgence in pleasure or luxury.

Example

The novel describes the decadence of the wealthy elite.

Роман описывает декаданс богатой элиты.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

спикер

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

Спикер выступил на пресс-конференции от имени компании.

C1 noun /ˈken.əl/

Kennel

собачий вольер; учреждение для разведения или размещения собак

Meaning

a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs

Example

The dog slept comfortably in his wooden kennel in the backyard.

Собака спала удобно в своем деревянном вольере на заднем дворе.

C1 noun /ˈmæɡnɪtuːd/

Magnitude

мagnitude; размер; важность

Meaning

The great size or extent of something; importance

Example

The magnitude of the earthquake was measured at 7.5 on the Richter scale.

Магнитуда землетрясения была измерена в 7,5 по шкале Рихтера.

B1 noun /loʊn/

Loan

кредит

Meaning

a thing that is borrowed, especially a sum of money that is expected to be paid back with interest

Example

He took a loan to buy a new car.

Он взял кредит, чтобы купить новый автомобиль.

C2 adjective /ˈnjuː.trɪ.tɪv/

nutritive

питательный

Meaning

Relating to nutrition; having nourishing qualities.

Example

The nutritive value of the fruit is very high.

Питательная ценность фрукта очень высока.

C1 noun /ˈmaɪkrəʊˌklaɪmæt/

microclimate

микроклимат

Meaning

The climate of a small, specific area that may differ from the general climate of the surrounding region, often influenced by local factors like terrain, vegetation, or buildings.

Example

A microclimate can have a significant impact on plant growth.

Микроклимат может оказать значительное влияние на рост растений.

C2 noun /juːˈdʒen.ɪks/

eugenics

евгеника

Meaning

the study or practice of improving the genetic quality of the human population

Example

Eugenics has been criticized for its unethical applications in history.

Евгеника была подвергнута критике за свои неэтичные применения в истории.

A2 noun /laɪt bʌlb/

Light bulb

лампочка

Meaning

a glass or plastic container that produces light when electricity passes through it

Example

The light bulb in the kitchen needs to be replaced.

Лампочка на кухне нуждается в замене.

C2 noun /brɪˈtæniə/

britannia

Британия

Meaning

the personification of Britain, often shown as a woman with a helmet and shield

Example

Britannia has been a symbol of Britain since Roman times.

Британия является символом Великобритании с римских времен.

A1 verb /weɪt/

wait

ждать

Meaning

to stay in expectation; to delay action until something happens

Example

Please wait here while I get the documents.

Пожалуйста, подождите здесь, пока я принесу документы.

B1 adjective /ɪnˈtɜːrnəl/

internal

внутренний

Meaning

situated inside; relating to the inside or inner part of something

Example

The company is conducting an internal audit this month.

Компания проводит внутренний аудит в этом месяце.

C2 noun /ˌpraɪmoʊˈdʒɛnɪtʃər/

primogeniture

прамогенитура

Meaning

The right of the firstborn child to inherit the family estate or title.

Example

Under primogeniture, the eldest son inherited the entire estate.

По праву первородства старший сын унаследовал все имущество.

C2 adverb, adjective /ˈɡrætɪs/ or /ˈɡreɪtɪs/

gratis

бесплатно

Meaning

Without charge; free of cost.

Example

The drinks at the event were provided gratis.

Напитки на мероприятии были предоставлены бесплатно.

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

интерфейс

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

Интерфейс пользователя спроектирован так, чтобы быть интуитивно понятным и удобным для пользователя.

C1 verb /riːl/

reel

споткнуться / наматывать

Meaning

to lose balance and stagger; to wind or spin something onto a reel

Example

He reeled backward after being punched.

Он споткнулся назад после удара.

C2 noun /ˈsoʊbrɪˌkeɪ/

sobriquet

прозвище

Meaning

a person's nickname or descriptive name

Example

The famous leader was known by the sobriquet 'The Iron Lady'.

Знаменитый лидер был известен под прозвищем 'Железная Леди'.

C2 adjective /ˈpɜːrviəs/

pervious

проницаемый

Meaning

Allowing water, air, or other substances to pass through; permeable.

Example

The soil here is pervious to rainwater.

Земля здесь проницаема для дождевой воды.

A2 noun /ˈket.əl/

Kettle

чайник

Meaning

a container used for boiling water, typically with a lid, spout, and handle

Example

The electric kettle whistled when the water reached boiling point.

Электрический чайник засвистел, когда вода достигла точки кипения.

B2 noun /krɪˈeɪtə/

creator

создатель

Meaning

a person who brings something into existence

Example

He is the creator of many successful startups.

Он создатель многих успешных стартапов.

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

пресловутый

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

Этот район пресловут за высокую преступность.

B1 noun ˈpeɪʃəns

patience

терпение

Meaning

The capacity to accept or tolerate delay, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

Example

Patience is essential when chasing big goals.

Терпение важно, когда ты преследуешь большие цели.

B2 verb /pɪntʃ/

pinch

щипать

Meaning

to squeeze tightly between the fingers; to take a small amount

Example

She pinched a bit of salt into the soup.

Она добавила немного соли в суп.

C1 noun ˌkæl.ɪˈbreɪ.ʃən

calibration

калибровка

Meaning

The action or process of adjusting or determining the accuracy of measuring instruments.

Example

The accuracy of a scale depends on regular calibration.

Точность весов зависит от регулярной калибровки.

C2 noun /ˈlɒdʒ.mənt/

lodgment

временное жильё

Meaning

The act of lodging or a place of temporary stay; also a deposit of something.

Example

The soldiers found lodgment in the abandoned house.

Солдаты нашли временное жильё в заброшенном доме.

C2 noun /ˈdʒæk.dɔː/

Jack-daw

маленькая ворона

Meaning

a small gray and black bird of the crow family, known for its intelligence

Example

The jackdaw collected shiny objects for its nest.

Джек-доу собрал блестящие предметы для своего гнезда.

C1 noun /ˈɪnflʌks/

influx

наплыв

Meaning

A large arrival or flow of people or things.

Example

The city experienced an influx of tourists during the festival.

Город испытал наплыв туристов во время фестиваля.

B1 noun ˌkɒn.səˈveɪ.ʃən

conservation

сохранение

Meaning

The protection of plants and animals, natural areas, and interesting and important structures and buildings, especially from the damaging effects of human activity.

Example

Conservation of forests is crucial for climate stability.

Консервация лесов крайне важна для стабильности климата.

C1 verb /bɒtʃ/

botch

испортить

Meaning

to carry out a task badly or carelessly

Example

He completely botched the repair job.

Он полностью испортил работу по ремонту.

B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

умело

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

Она умело нарисовала портрет за два часа.

B2 noun /dɪˌskrɪm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Discrimination

дискриминация; несправедливое обращение; предвзятость

Meaning

the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people; recognition of difference

Example

The company was sued for racial discrimination in their hiring practices.

Компания была подана в суд за расовую дискриминацию в своей практике найма.

B2 adverb /ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs/

nonetheless

тем не менее

Meaning

in spite of that; nevertheless

Example

It was raining, but nonetheless, they went hiking.

Шел дождь, но тем не менее они пошли в поход.

B2 verb /sʌk/

suck

сосать

Meaning

to draw something into the mouth by using the lips and tongue

Example

The baby began to suck her thumb.

Ребенок начал сосать свой палец.

B2 adverb /ɪkˈstɜrnəli/

externally

внешне

Meaning

in a way that relates to the outer surface or outside appearance

Example

The building appeared externally modern, but inside it was quite old-fashioned.

Здание выглядело внешне современным, но внутри оно было довольно старомодным.

B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

стратегии

Meaning

A plan of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim; the art of planning and directing operations.

Example

Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.

Эффективные стратегии могут смягчить последствия изменения климата.

C2 noun /ˈvɪtəlz/

victuals

продукты

Meaning

Food or provisions, especially for human consumption.

Example

The travelers packed enough victuals for their long journey.

Путешественники упаковали достаточно продуктов для долгого путешествия.

A1 pronoun /huː/

who

кто

Meaning

used to ask about a person or people

Example

Who is coming to the party tonight?

Кто приходит на вечеринку сегодня вечером?

C1 noun /ˈlɛk.sɪ.kɒn/

lexicon

лексикон

Meaning

The vocabulary of a person, language, or branch of knowledge; a collection of words and terms.

Example

A translator must have a vast lexicon of both languages.

Переводчику необходимо иметь обширный лексикон обоих языков.

A1 verb /fɔːl/

fall

падать

Meaning

to drop down from a higher place; to decrease; to happen or occur

Example

The leaves fall from the trees in autumn.

Листья падают с деревьев осенью.

C2 verb /foʊˈmɛnt/

foment

подстрекать

Meaning

To instigate or stir up (an undesirable or violent sentiment or course of action).

Example

The rebel leader tried to foment unrest among the people.

Лидер повстанцев пытался разжечь беспокойство среди людей.

B1 noun /sleɪv/

slave

раб

Meaning

a person who is the legal property of another and is forced to work for them

Example

The abolitionist movement fought for the rights of slaves.

Аборигенистское движение боролось за права рабов.

B2 verb /klɪŋ/

cling

счастье

Meaning

to hold on tightly to someone or something

Example

The child clung to his mother in fear.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 adjective /ˈʌpˌhɪl/

Uphill

трудный; требующий больших усилий; наклон вверх

Meaning

difficult; requiring great effort; sloping upward

Example

Learning a new language can be an uphill battle.

Изучение нового языка может быть трудной битвой.

C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɑːlənˌtɛri/

involuntary

непроизвольный

Meaning

done without will or conscious control

Example

He gave an involuntary shiver when he heard the loud noise.

Он невольно вздрогнул, услышав громкий звук.

C1 adjective dɪ ˈskrɛʃ.ən.er.i

discretionary

дискреционный

Meaning

Available for use at the discretion of the user; not required or mandatory.

Example

He set aside some discretionary income for travel.

Он отложил немного дискреционного дохода на путешествия.

C2 adjective /ˈvɪndɪkətɔːri/

vindicatory

оправдательный

Meaning

Serving to justify, clear of blame, or defend.

Example

His vindicatory remarks restored his reputation.

Его оправдательные замечания восстановили его репутацию.

C2 verb /kəmˈpɔːrt/

comport

вести себя

Meaning

to behave or conduct oneself in a particular way

Example

She comported herself with grace during the ceremony.

Она вела себя с грацией во время церемонии.

C1 noun /səbˈmɜːrdʒəns/

submergence

погружение

Meaning

the act or process of being submerged or going underwater

Example

The submergence of coastal areas is a major concern due to rising sea levels.

Погружение прибрежных районов вызывает серьезную озабоченность из-за повышения уровня моря.

B2 noun /plʌɡ/

plug

вилка

Meaning

a device used to connect or block an opening

Example

She inserted the plug into the socket.

Она вставила вилку в розетку.

B2 noun /ˈprɑsɪˌkjuːtər/

prosecutor

прокурор

Meaning

a lawyer who represents the government in criminal cases

Example

The prosecutor argued that the defendant was guilty of the crime.

Прокурор утверждал, что обвиняемый виновен в преступлении.

C2 verb /dɪˈsɛvər/

dissever

разделять

Meaning

To separate or cut apart.

Example

The treaty sought to dissever the two hostile regions.

Договор попытался разделить две враждующие области.

C1 adjective /ˌfʊl ˈbɒd.id/

full-bodied

с ярким вкусом

Meaning

Having a strong, rich, and robust quality, especially of wine, coffee, or voice.

Example

He prefers a full-bodied red wine with his dinner.

Он предпочитает красное вино с ярким вкусом к своему ужину.

C2 adjective /ˈsed.j ə.l ə s/

Sedulous

усердный; старательный;

Meaning

showing dedication and diligence; persistent and careful in work

Example

She was sedulous in her research, spending hours in the library every day.

Она была усердной в своих исследованиях, проводя часы в библиотеке каждый день.

B2 noun /ɡriːnz/

Greens

листьевые овощи

Meaning

Leafy vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, and cabbage

Example

Eating greens is important for good health.

Употребление листовых овощей важно для хорошего здоровья.

B2 noun /ˌfer.ˈwel/

Farewell

прощание

Meaning

an act of parting or of marking someone's departure

Example

The company organized a farewell party for the retiring manager.

Компания организовала прощальную вечеринку для уходящего менеджера.

C2 noun /ˈbrɒŋkəs/

bronchus

бронх

Meaning

either of the two main branches of the trachea that lead directly into the lungs

Example

The left bronchus carries air into the left lung.

Левый бронх доставляет воздух в левое легкое.

C1 adjective /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

impulsive

импульсивный, спонтанный

Meaning

acting suddenly without careful thought

Example

She made an impulsive decision to buy the car.

Она приняла импульсивное решение купить машину.

B2 noun /ˈkɒl.ər/

Collar

ошейник

Meaning

a band of material around the neck; in jewelry context, a close-fitting necklace

Example

She wore an elegant pearl collar to the formal dinner.

Она носила элегантный жемчужный ошейник на официальном ужине.

B2 adjective /prɛsˈtɪdʒəs/

prestigious

престижный

Meaning

having a high reputation; respected

Example

Harvard University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Гарвардский университет — один из самых престижных университетов в мире.

C1 adverb /ˌɪn.ədˈvɜːr.tənt.li/

Inadvertently

непреднамеренно; случайно; по ошибке

Meaning

without being aware of what you are doing; unintentionally; by mistake

Example

She inadvertently deleted the important file while cleaning her computer.

Она случайно удалила важный файл, пока чистила свой компьютер.

C1 verb /ɪˈdʒektɪd/

ejected

выкидывать

Meaning

to force someone or something to leave a place; to push or throw something out forcefully

Example

The pilot was ejected from the aircraft during the emergency.

Пилот был эвакуирован из самолета во время чрезвычайной ситуации.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪvəl/

naval

морской

Meaning

relating to a country's navy or military ships

Example

The country invested heavily in naval defense.

Страна сделала большие инвестиции в морскую оборону.

B1 noun ˈɒk.sɪ.dʒən

oxygen

кислород. Бесцветный, без запаха газ, необходимый для жизни.

Meaning

A colorless, odorless reactive gas, the chemical element of atomic number 8 and the life-supporting component of the air.

Example

Oxygen is vital for life.

Кислород жизненно важен для жизни.

B2 noun /ˈoʊ.dər/

Odour

запах

Meaning

a distinctive smell, especially an unpleasant one

Example

The odour of fresh bread filled the kitchen.

Запах свежего хлеба наполнил кухню.

A2 noun /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/

Excitement

волнение

Meaning

a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness

Example

The children could barely contain their excitement about the upcoming field trip.

Дети едва могли сдержать своё волнение перед предстоящей школьной экскурсией.

B2 noun /moʊd/

Mode

режим; способ

Meaning

a way or manner in which something occurs or is done; a setting

Example

The computer has a sleep mode to save energy.

Компьютер имеет режим сна для экономии энергии.

A2 noun /rɒk/

rock

скала

Meaning

a large, solid piece of mineral matter

Example

The mountain was made of solid rock.

Гора была сделана из твердой скалы.

A1 verb /ˈwɔːtər/

water

поливать

Meaning

to give water to plants or animals; to irrigate

Example

She waters the plants every morning.

Она поливает растения каждое утро.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

внешний

Meaning

coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within

Example

The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.

Компания наняла внешних консультантов для проверки своей бизнес-стратегии.

B1 verb /kənˈsuːm/

consume

есть, пить, потреблять

Meaning

to eat or drink; to use up; to destroy completely

Example

We consume a lot of water during summer.

Мы потребляем много воды летом.

C1 noun /pərˈkʌʃən/

percussion

перкуссия

Meaning

Musical instruments that are played by striking, shaking, or scraping, such as drums or cymbals.

Example

The percussion section added rhythm and energy to the orchestra.

Перкуссионный раздел добавил ритм и энергию в оркестр.

C2 noun /ˈlaɪtoʊtiːz/

litotes

литота

Meaning

a figure of speech in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of its contrary

Example

Saying 'not bad' as a compliment is an example of litotes.

Сказать 'не плохо' как комплимент - это пример литоты.

A1 adjective/adverb /ɪˈnʌf/

enough

достаточно

Meaning

as much or as many as required

Example

We have enough food for everyone.

У нас достаточно еды для всех.

B2 noun /liːk/

Leak

утечка; дыра

Meaning

a hole in a container or covering through which contents escape or enter accidentally

Example

There is a leak in the water pipe.

В трубе воды есть утечка.

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːrprət/

interpret

интерпретировать / переводить

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

Ей пришлось интерпретировать речь для иностранных гостей.

C1 noun /ˈæmpɛər/

ampere

ампер

Meaning

A unit of electric current in the International System of Units (SI), symbolized as A.

Example

The current flowing through the wire is measured in amperes.

Ток, протекающий через провод, измеряется в амперах.

B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

научный

Meaning

Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.

Example

Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.

Научные открытия продолжают формировать наше понимание мира.

C1 noun /ˈoʊvərˌtʊr/

overture

уведо́мление / предложение

Meaning

An introduction to something more substantial; a proposal or preliminary action.

Example

The peace overture was welcomed by both nations.

Мирное предложение было встречено обеими нациями.

A2 noun /nek/

Neck

шея

Meaning

the part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders

Example

She wore a beautiful necklace around her neck.

Она носила красивое ожерелье на шее.

C2 noun /rɪˈpoʊst/

riposte

острая реплика

Meaning

a quick and clever reply to criticism or an insult

Example

Her sharp riposte left everyone in silence.

Ее острая реплика оставила всех в молчании.

A1 verb /neɪm/

name

называть

Meaning

to give a title or designation to someone or something

Example

They decided to name their baby Sarah.

Они решили назвать своего ребенка Сарой.

A1 noun /ˈkʌl.ər/

color

цвет

Meaning

The property possessed by an object of producing different sensations on the eye as a result of the way it reflects or emits light.

Example

Blue is her favorite color.

Синий — ее любимый цвет.

C1 noun /siˈɛrə klʌb/

Sierra Club

Сьерра Клуб

Meaning

An American environmental organization founded in 1892 by John Muir, focused on promoting conservation of the natural environment by influencing public policy decisions.

Example

John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892 to protect wild areas.

Джон Мьюир основал Сьерра Клуб в 1892 году для защиты дикой природы.

C2 noun /ˈsuːpsɒ̃/

soupcon

маленькое количество

Meaning

a very small quantity of something; a trace

Example

She added just a soupcon of spice to the dish.

Она добавила всего лишь немного специй в блюдо.

C1 adjective /kənˈkluː.sɪv/

Conclusive

окончательный; решающий; полностью разрешающий вопрос

Meaning

final; decisive; settling a matter completely

Example

The evidence was conclusive and left no room for doubt.

Доказательства были решающими и не оставили места для сомнений.

C2 noun /ˈbækənæl/

bacchanal

дикая вечеринка

Meaning

A noisy party involving drinking and revelry.

Example

The festival turned into a wild bacchanal by midnight.

Фестиваль превратился в дикую вечеринку к полуночи.

C1 noun ˌsɛlf.rɪˈstreɪnt

self-restraint

самоконтроль

Meaning

The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically an impulse or desire.

Example

Practicing self-restraint helps in avoiding impulsive decisions.

Практика самоконтроля помогает избегать импульсивных решений.

A2 adjective /ˈɡoʊldən/

Golden

золотой

Meaning

having the color of gold; bright yellow

Example

The golden sunset painted the sky beautifully.

Золотой закат покрасил небо красиво.

C1 noun /ˈleɪ.tən.si/

latency

задержка

Meaning

The delay in processing signals or data.

Example

High latency in online gaming can cause lagging issues.

Высокая задержка в онлайн-играх может вызвать проблемы с лагами.

B2 noun /taɪm ˈblɒk.ɪŋ/

time blocking

тайм-блокинг

Meaning

A time management method where you divide your day into blocks of time and assign specific activities to each block.

Example

Time-blocking helps in better productivity and efficiency.

Тайм-блокинг помогает улучшить производительность и эффективность.

B2 verb /ˈɡrʌmbəl/

grumble

бормотать

Meaning

to complain quietly or in a low voice

Example

She often grumbles about the traffic.

Она часто бормочет по поводу пробок.

C2 noun /dɪˈklɪvɪti/

declivity

склон

Meaning

a downward slope of ground

Example

They carefully climbed down the declivity of the hill.

Они осторожно спустились по склону холма.

C1 noun /ˈlaɪm.stoʊn/

Lime stone

известняк

Meaning

a hard sedimentary rock, composed mainly of calcium carbonate or dolomite, used as building material and in the making of cement

Example

The ancient building was made of limestone blocks.

Древнее здание было построено из известняковых блоков

C2 adjective ɪˈnɛfəbl

ineffable

невыразимый

Meaning

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

Example

The beauty of the landscape was ineffable.

Красота пейзажа была невыразимой.

A2 adjective /ˈmʌnθli/

monthly

ежемесячный

Meaning

happening, done, or published once a month

Example

Employees receive their salary on a monthly basis.

Сотрудники получают свою зарплату ежемесячно.

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.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛsteɪt/

intestate

умер без завещания

Meaning

Having died without leaving a valid will.

Example

She died intestate, so her assets were distributed by law.

Она умерла без завещания, поэтому её имущество было распределено по закону.

C1 noun /ˈmeɪsən/

mason

каменщик

Meaning

a person skilled in building with stone, brick, or concrete

Example

The mason carefully laid the bricks for the new house.

Каменщик аккуратно уложил кирпичи для нового дома.

C2 noun /kɒzˈmɒɡ.ə.ni/

cosmogony

космогония

Meaning

the study or theory of the origin of the universe

Example

The book provides an overview of different cosmogonies throughout history.

Книга предоставляет обзор различных космогоний на протяжении истории.

A1 noun /fəʊn/

phone

телефон

Meaning

a device for communication, typically used to make calls or send messages

Example

I need to charge my phone.

Мне нужно зарядить мой телефон.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfekʃəs/

infectious

заразный

Meaning

capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm

Example

Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile.

Её заразительный смех заставил всех улыбнуться.

C2 adjective /səˈɡeɪ.ʃəs/

sagacious

мудрый

Meaning

Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise.

Example

His sagacious leadership saved the company from failure.

Его мудрое руководство спасло компанию от провала.

A2 pronoun /huːz/

whose

чей

Meaning

used to ask or talk about the person or thing that owns something

Example

The girl whose phone was stolen is my cousin.

Девочка, чей телефон был украден, моя кузина.

C2 adjective /ˌæm.bɪˈdɛk.strəs/

ambidextrous

амбидекстр

Meaning

Able to use both hands equally well, or versatile in abilities.

Example

Being ambidextrous can be beneficial in sports.

Быть амбидекстром может быть полезным в спорте.

C2 noun /ˈdɪktəm/

dictum

диктум

Meaning

A formal pronouncement, authoritative statement, or maxim.

Example

The judge’s dictum clarified the principle of equality before the law.

Диктум судьи разъяснил принцип равенства перед законом.

B2 noun /ˈkreɪ.dəl/

Cradle

колыбель

Meaning

a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side

Example

The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle.

Ребенок мирно спит в колыбели.

B1 noun /lɪd/

Lid

крышка

Meaning

a removable or hinged cover for the top of a container

Example

Please put the lid back on the jar.

Пожалуйста, верните крышку на банку.

B2 verb, noun /ɪkˈsplɔɪt/

exploit

эксплуатировать / использовать

Meaning

to make full use of and derive benefit from (a resource); to use someone unfairly for one’s own advantage

Example

The company was accused of exploiting child labor.

Компания была обвинена в эксплуатации детского труда.

B2 adjective ˈteɪləd

tailored

по индивидуальному заказу

Meaning

Made or adapted for a particular purpose or person.

Example

He wore a tailored suit that complemented his physique perfectly.

Он носил костюм, сшитый по индивидуальному заказу, который идеально подходил его фигуре.

A1 noun /kloʊðz/

clothes

одежда

Meaning

garments worn on the body

Example

She bought new clothes for the party.

Она купила новую одежду для вечеринки.

A2 noun /hɛn/

Hen

курица

Meaning

female chicken

Example

The hen laid fresh eggs in the nest.

Курица снесла свежие яйца в гнезде.

A2 adjective /waɪz/

wise

мудрый

Meaning

having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment

Example

It was wise of him to save money for the future.

Ему было мудро сохранить деньги на будущее.

B2 noun /kɜːrl/

Curl

локон; спираль

Meaning

a piece of hair that curves or coils; something with a spiral or curved shape

Example

She had beautiful natural curls that framed her face perfectly.

У неё были красивые натуральные локоны, которые идеально обрамляли её лицо.

C1 adjective /ˈhæk.nid/

hackneyed

избитый

Meaning

Used too often and therefore lacking originality or freshness.

Example

The speech was filled with hackneyed phrases that failed to inspire the audience.

Речь была полна избитых фраз, которые не смогли вдохновить аудиторию.

мышление роста

Meaning

A mindset that believes in learning, developing, and improving skills.

Example

A growth mindset helps individuals embrace challenges.

Мышление роста помогает людям преодолевать трудности.