B2 verb /ˈkɒnstɪtjuːt/

constitute

составлять

Meaning

To make up, form, or establish something.

Example

These documents constitute the legal agreement between the two parties.

Эти документы составляют юридическое соглашение между двумя сторонами.

C2 adjective kaɪˈmɛr.ɪ.kəl

chimerical

химерический, невозможный

Meaning

Illusory or impossible to achieve; existing only in imagination.

Example

His chimerical ideas often baffled realists.

Его химерические идеи часто сбивали с толку реалистов.

C2 noun /ˈkɒliər/

collier

угольный шахтер

Meaning

a person who works in coal mines or a ship carrying coal

Example

The collier spent long hours underground extracting coal.

Угольный шахтер провел долгие часы под землей, добывая уголь.

B1 noun /ˈkɒliːɡ/

colleague

коллега

Meaning

a person with whom one works, especially in a profession or business

Example

She invited her colleagues to the office party.

Она пригласила своих коллег на офисную вечеринку.

C1 adjective /ˈkjʊərəbl/

curable

излечимый

Meaning

Able to be cured or healed.

Example

The doctor assured her that the disease was curable.

Доктор заверил её, что болезнь излечимая.

B1 noun /kəˈrɛkʃən/

correction

коррекция

Meaning

the action or process of correcting something

Example

The teacher made a correction to the student's essay.

Учитель внес коррекцию в сочинение студента.

B2 adjective ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv

cognitive

когнитивный

Meaning

Related to mental processes of perception, memory, judgment, and reasoning.

Example

Cognitive functions improve with practice and learning.

Когнитивные функции улучшаются с практикой и обучением.

A1 verb, adjective /kloʊz/ (verb), /kloʊs/ (adjective)

close

закрыть, рядом

Meaning

To shut something (verb); near in space or relationship (adjective).

Example

Please close the door when you leave.

Пожалуйста, закройте дверь, когда вы уходите.

B2 verb /kənˈfɔːrm/

conform

соблюдать

Meaning

To comply with rules, standards, or laws.

Example

Students must conform to the school regulations.

Студенты должны соблюдать школьные правила.

B2 noun /kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

conjunction

союз

Meaning

a word used to connect clauses or sentences, or to coordinate words

Example

The words 'and' and 'but' are common conjunctions.

Слова 'и' и 'но' — это общие союзы.

C2 noun /ˌkɑːnfɔːrˈmeɪʃən/

conformation

конформация

Meaning

The shape, structure, or arrangement of something.

Example

The scientist studied the molecular conformation of the protein.

Ученый изучал молекулярную конфигурацию белка.

C1 adjective /ˈkɒn.ɪ.fər.əs/

coniferous

относящийся к хвойным деревьям

Meaning

Relating to cone-bearing trees that usually have needle-like leaves and remain green year-round.

Example

Pine trees are coniferous and grow in colder climates.

Сосны являются хвойными деревьями и растут в более холодных климатах.

B2 verb /kənˈsoʊl/

console

утешать

Meaning

to comfort someone who is sad or disappointed; to provide solace

Example

She tried to console her friend after the loss.

Она попыталась утешить свою подругу после потери.

C1 adjective /kəˈlæpsəbl̩/

collapsible

складной

Meaning

able to be folded down or reduced in size

Example

She bought a collapsible chair for camping.

Она купила складной стул для кемпинга.

C1 noun /ˈkoʊhɔːrt/

cohort

когорта

Meaning

A group of people with a shared characteristic, usually of the same age or with a common experience.

Example

The study tracked a cohort of students over ten years.

Исследование отслеживало когорту студентов на протяжении десяти лет.

B2 adjective ˌkɒntrəˈdɪktəri

contradictory

противоречивый

Meaning

Mutually opposed or inconsistent; containing elements that oppose each other.

Example

Their views on education are contradictory.

Их взгляды на образование противоречивы.

B1 adjective ˈkʌltʃərəl

cultural

культурный

Meaning

Relating to the arts and to intellectual achievements.

Example

Schools organize cultural programs to honor Victory Day.

Школы организуют культурные программы, чтобы почтить День Победы.

B2 noun /ˌsɜː.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

circulation

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Meaning

The movement of blood through the body, or the movement of any fluid through a closed system.

Example

Proper circulation ensures that oxygen and nutrients reach every cell.

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B2 verb /ˈkeɪtər/

cater

обслуживать

Meaning

To provide food, drinks, or services, usually for an event or group.

Example

The company catered the wedding reception.

Компания организовала ужин на свадебном приеме.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsələr/

councillor

советник

Meaning

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

Example

The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads.

Советник говорил о местных дорогах.

B1 adjective /kənˈtroʊld/

controlled

контролируемый

Meaning

managed or regulated carefully; kept within limits

Example

The experiment was conducted in a controlled environment.

Эксперимент проводился в контролируемой среде.

C2 noun /kənˈtrɪʃ.ən/

contrition

раскаяние

Meaning

the state of feeling remorseful and repentant

Example

His contrition was evident after the apology.

Его раскаяние было очевидно после извинений.

C2 noun /kəˈtæb.ə.lɪ.zəm/

catabolism

катаболизм

Meaning

The breakdown of complex molecules in living organisms to form simpler ones together with the release of energy; destructive metabolism.

Example

Catabolism plays a crucial role in cellular energy production.

Катаболизм играет ключевую роль в производстве энергии клетками.

B1 adverb /ˈkʌrəntli/

currently

в данный момент

Meaning

at the present time; now

Example

He is currently working on a new project.

Он сейчас работает над новым проектом.

C1 noun /ˈkʌl.ən.dər/

Colander

друшлаг

Meaning

a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for draining food such as pasta or rice

Example

She drained the pasta using a colander.

Она слила пасту с помощью друшлага.

C2 noun /kəˌmɒd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

commodification

комодификация

Meaning

The transformation of goods, services, ideas, or social relations into market commodities.

Example

The commodification of education has increased tuition costs.

Комодификация образования привела к росту стоимости обучения.

C2 verb /kənˈdʒɔɪn/

conjoin

объединять

Meaning

to join together or unite; to combine

Example

The two rivers conjoin just before reaching the sea.

Два реки соединяются прямо перед тем, как достичь моря.

A2 noun /ˈkɑr.pɪt/

Carpet

ковер

Meaning

a floor covering made from thick woven fabric

Example

The Persian carpet in the living room was a family heirloom.

Персидский ковер в гостиной был семейной реликвией.

C2 noun /koʊˈkɛt/

coquette

кокетка

Meaning

a woman who flirts lightheartedly

Example

She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party.

Она была кокеткой, всегда очаровывая всех на вечеринке.

C1 adjective /ˈtʃɛk.ərd/

checkered

в клетку

Meaning

Having a pattern of alternating squares of different colors; also describing a past full of ups and downs or varied experiences.

Example

He had a checkered career with many highs and lows.

У него была карьерa в клетку с множеством взлетов и падений.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪvɪk/

civic

гражданский

Meaning

relating to a city, town, or the duties of its citizens

Example

The mayor encouraged people to take part in civic activities.

Мэр призвал людей принимать участие в гражданских мероприятиях.

C2 noun /ˈkriːdoʊ/

credo

кредо

Meaning

A statement of the beliefs or aims that guide someone's actions.

Example

Honesty has always been the central credo of his life.

Честность всегда была центральным кредо его жизни.

C2 noun /ˈkreɪniəm/

cranium

череп

Meaning

the skull, especially the part enclosing the brain

Example

The archaeologists carefully examined the ancient cranium.

Археологи тщательно исследовали древний череп.

C2 adjective /kəmˈbʌstɪbəl/

combustible

воспламеняемый

Meaning

Capable of catching fire and burning easily.

Example

Dry leaves are highly combustible.

Сухие листья чрезвычайно воспламеняемы.

B2 noun /kəmˈpæʃ.ən/

Compassion

сострадание

Meaning

sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others; deep awareness of suffering with a desire to help

Example

She showed great compassion towards the homeless children by providing them food and shelter.

Она проявила большое сострадание к бездомным детям, обеспечив их едой и укрытием.

C2 verb /ˈkɒr.ʌ.skeɪt/

coruscate

сверкать

Meaning

to sparkle or flash brightly

Example

The fireworks coruscated across the night sky.

Фейерверки сверкают на ночном небе.

B2 noun /ˈtʃer.i ˌblɒs.əm/

Cherry Blossom

цветок вишни

Meaning

the pink or white flowers of a cherry tree that bloom in spring

Example

The cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in April.

Цветы вишни красиво цветут в апреле.

C1 noun /ˈkɒrənər/

coroner

судмедэксперт

Meaning

an official who investigates sudden, violent, or suspicious deaths

Example

The coroner determined the cause of death was natural.

Судмедэксперт установил, что причиной смерти была естественная смерть.

C2 adjective /ˈtʃɛəri/

chary

осмотрительный

Meaning

cautious or wary about doing something

Example

She was chary of investing in the new business venture.

Она была осмотрительна в отношении инвестирования в новый бизнес.

B1 noun kəˈmɪt.mənt

commitment

обязательство

Meaning

A promise or firm decision to do something; the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause or activity.

Example

The president reaffirmed his commitment to environmental protection.

Президент подтвердил свою приверженность защите окружающей среды.

B2 noun /ˈkænən/

Cannon

пушка

Meaning

large heavy gun that fires cannonballs or shells

Example

The castle was defended by several large cannons.

Замок был защищен несколькими большими пушками.

A1 noun /kɑːr/

Car

автомобиль

Meaning

a four-wheeled motor vehicle used for transportation

Example

I drive my car to work every day.

Я каждый день езжу на своей машине на работу.

B1 noun /ˈsɛrəˌmoʊni/

ceremony

Meaning

A formal event or occasion, often with rituals and traditions.

Example

The graduation ceremony was held in the university hall.

C1 noun /ˈtʃɪz.əl/

Chisel

стамеска

Meaning

a tool with a sharp flat edge used for cutting or shaping wood, stone, or metal

Example

The carpenter used a chisel to carve the wood.

Плотник использовал стамеску для вырезания дерева.

C1 adjective /ˌkævəˈlɪər/

cavalier

беспечный

Meaning

showing a lack of proper concern; dismissive or offhand

Example

He had a cavalier attitude toward safety regulations.

У него было беспечное отношение к правилам безопасности.

C1 adjective /kəmˈpleɪsənt/

complacent

самодовольный

Meaning

showing self-satisfaction and a lack of concern about potential dangers or problems

Example

The team grew complacent after a few victories and stopped practicing hard.

Команда стала самодовольной после нескольких побед и перестала усердно тренироваться.

C1 verb /kənˈsaɪn/

consign

передавать

Meaning

to deliver something to a person or place, often for selling or safekeeping

Example

He consigned the package to the shipping company.

Он передал пакет транспортной компании.

A2 noun /tʃæns/

chance

шанс

Meaning

An opportunity or possibility of something happening.

Example

He took a chance and applied for the job.

Он рискнул и подал заявку на работу.

C2 noun /ˈkæm.fər/

Camphor

камфора

Meaning

a white crystalline substance with a strong aromatic smell, used in medicine and religious ceremonies

Example

The temple was filled with the fragrant smoke of burning camphor.

Храм был наполнен ароматным дымом горящего камфора.

B2 adjective kənˈsaɪs

concise

краткий

Meaning

Brief and clearly expressed without unnecessary details.

Example

A concise speech is more impactful than a long one.

Краткая речь более эффективна, чем длинная.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

chord

аккорд

Meaning

A group of musical notes played or sung together; also a straight line segment joining two points on a curve.

Example

She strummed a simple chord on the guitar.

Она заиграла простой аккорд на гитаре.

C2 adjective /krɪˈpʌskjʊlər/

crepuscular

относится к сумеркам

Meaning

relating to twilight or active during twilight

Example

Bats are crepuscular animals, most active at dawn and dusk.

Летучие мыши — сумеречные животные, самые активные на рассвете и на закате.

C2 noun /ˈkeɪsiːn/

Casein

казеин

Meaning

the main protein found in milk and cheese, used in food production and supplements

Example

Casein protein powder is popular among athletes for muscle recovery.

Протеиновый порошок казеина популярен среди атлетов для восстановления мышц.

C2 noun /kənˈsaɪnər/

consignor

отправитель

Meaning

a person or company that sends goods to be sold or transported

Example

The consignor shipped the goods to the warehouse.

Отправитель отправил товар на склад.

A2 noun /kəˈnɛkʃən/

connection

связь

Meaning

a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

Example

There is a strong connection between exercise and health.

Существует сильная связь между физическими упражнениями и здоровьем.

C2 verb /ˈkælsɪfaɪ/

calcify

окаменеть из-за осаждения кальциевых солей

Meaning

To harden by deposition of calcium salts; to become rigid or inflexible.

Example

Over time, the tissue began to calcify and lose flexibility.

Со временем ткань начала кальцинироваться и потеряла гибкость.

C1 noun /kɒzˈmɒlədʒi/

cosmology

космология

Meaning

the science of the origin and development of the universe

Example

She studied cosmology to understand the origins of the universe.

Она изучала космологию, чтобы понять происхождение вселенной.

C1 verb /tʃɑːr/

char

сжигать

Meaning

To burn or scorch something so that it becomes blackened.

Example

The cook accidentally charred the steak.

Повар случайно поджег стейк.

C1 adjective ˈkɒn.və.luː.tɪd

convoluted

сложный

Meaning

Extremely complex and difficult to follow; twisted or intricate.

Example

His argument was so convoluted that no one understood it.

Его аргумент был настолько сложным, что никто не понял его.

C2 noun /ˈkɔːrmərənt/

cormorant

большая черная морская птица, которая ловит рыбу

Meaning

a large black sea bird that catches fish by diving

Example

The cormorant perched on the rock, drying its wings after a dive.

Корморан сидел на камне, высушивая свои крылья после ныряния.

C1 noun /kənˈdəʊləns/

condolence

соболезнования

Meaning

An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of death.

Example

She offered her sincere condolence to the grieving family.

Она выразила свои искренние соболезнования семье, переживающей утрату.

C1 noun, verb /ˈkɒmjuːn/

commune

коммуна / общаться душевно

Meaning

Noun: a group of people living together and sharing possessions; Verb: to share one's thoughts or feelings intimately.

Example

She went to the countryside to commune with nature.

Она поехала в деревню, чтобы общаться с природой.

C2 adjective /kənˈsʌmptɪv/

consumptive

потребительский

Meaning

Relating to or characterized by consumption; historically used to describe someone suffering from tuberculosis.

Example

The doctor advised against consumptive habits.

Врач посоветовал избегать потребительских привычек.

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.

C2 noun /kɒnˌtek.stʃu.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

contextualization

контекстуализация

Meaning

The process of placing something in its proper context or setting to understand it better.

Example

Contextualization of historical events helps students understand them better.

Контекстуализация исторических событий помогает студентам лучше их понимать.

C2 noun /ˈtʃælɪs/

chalice

чаша

Meaning

A large cup or goblet, typically used for drinking wine in religious ceremonies.

Example

The priest lifted the golden chalice during the ceremony.

Священник поднял золотой чашу во время церемонии.

C1 adjective ˌkɒn.ʃiˈen.ʃəs

conscientious

добросовестный

Meaning

Wishing to do what is right, especially to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

Example

A conscientious worker always delivers high-quality results.

Добросовестный работник всегда предоставляет высококачественные результаты.

C1 noun /krɪpt/

crypt

склеп

Meaning

an underground chamber, especially one beneath a church, used as a burial place

Example

The tourists explored the ancient crypt beneath the cathedral.

Туристы исследовали древнюю крипту под кафедральным собором.

B1 noun /kənˈvɛnʃən/

convention

конвенция

Meaning

a widely accepted way of behaving or doing something; a formal meeting

Example

The annual writers' convention was held in Dhaka.

Ежегодная конференция писателей прошла в Дакке.

B2 noun /ˈkɑr.ɡoʊ ʃɪp/

Cargo ship

грузовое судно

Meaning

a ship or vessel that carries goods and materials from one port to another

Example

The cargo ship transported containers filled with electronics across the ocean.

Грузовое судно перевезло контейнеры, заполненные электроникой, через океан.

B2 adjective /ˈkɜːrtiəs/

courteous

вежливый

Meaning

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

Example

The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests.

Персонал отеля был очень вежлив с гостями.

C1 verb /koʊˈhæbɪt/

cohabit

сожительствовать

Meaning

To live together, often as partners without being married.

Example

They decided to cohabit before getting married.

Они решили жить вместе до свадьбы.

C1 noun /kəˈnɛəri/

canary

канарейка

Meaning

a small, usually yellow bird known for its singing; also used as a warning sign in dangerous conditions

Example

The canary sang beautifully in its cage.

Канарейка пела прекрасно в своей клетке.

C2 noun /ˈkæriən/

carrion

труп

Meaning

the decaying flesh of dead animals

Example

Vultures feed on carrion left in the fields.

Стервятники кормятся трупом, оставшимся на полях.

C1 verb /ˈkʌl.mɪ.neɪt/

culminate

кульминировать

Meaning

To reach the final or climactic stage of a process or activity.

Example

Years of hard work culminated in his success.

Годы упорной работы кульминировали в его успехе.

A2 adjective /ˈkʌmɪŋ/

coming

предстоящий

Meaning

approaching or happening soon

Example

We are preparing for the coming festival.

Мы готовимся к предстоящему фестивалю.

B1 noun /ˌkɒn.trɪˈbjuː.ʃən/

contribution

вклад

Meaning

A gift or payment to a common fund or collection.

Example

His contribution to the project was vital.

Его вклад в проект был жизненно важен.

B1 adjective ˈkrɪtɪkəl

critical

критический

Meaning

Extremely important; at a point of crisis or urgency.

Example

Addressing critical issues in education is imperative.

Решение критических проблем в образовании крайне важно.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpæʃənət/

Compassionate

сочувствующий; сострадательный

Meaning

feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others who are suffering

Example

The compassionate nurse took extra time to comfort the worried patients.

Сострадательная медсестра выделила дополнительное время, чтобы утешить обеспокоенных пациентов.

A2 noun/verb /kɔːz/

cause

причина / вызывать

Meaning

a person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition; to make something happen

Example

The heavy rain caused flooding in the city.

Сильный дождь вызвал наводнение в городе.

A2 noun /ˈsɪɡəˌrɛt/

cigarette

сигарета

Meaning

a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper for smoking

Example

He lit a cigarette after dinner.

Он закурил сигарету после ужина.

C1 adjective /ˌkɒndɪˈsɛndɪŋ/

condescending

снисходительный

Meaning

having or showing an attitude of patronizing superiority

Example

Her condescending tone upset her colleagues.

Её снисходительный тон обидел коллег.

B2 noun /kəmˈpoʊnənt/

component

компонент

Meaning

a part or element of a larger whole, especially a machine or system

Example

The engine is the most important component of the car.

Двигатель является самой важной частью автомобиля.

B1 noun /ˈkætəɡɔːri/

countercharge

встречный иск

Meaning

an opposing charge or accusation; to make an opposing attack

Example

The lawyer filed a countercharge against the accuser.

Адвокат подал встречный иск против обвинителя.

C1 adjective /kənˈtɛmptəbl/

contemptible

презренный, достойный презрения

Meaning

deserving of contempt; despicable

Example

His deceitful actions were truly contemptible.

Его обманные действия были действительно презренными.

A2 verb /kənˈtɪnjuː/

continue

продолжать

Meaning

To keep happening, existing, or doing something without stopping.

Example

The rain will continue throughout the night.

Дождь будет продолжаться всю ночь.

A2 adjective /kənˈfjuːzɪŋ/

confusing

запутывающий

Meaning

causing someone to be unable to think clearly or understand; difficult to comprehend

Example

The instructions were confusing and hard to follow.

Инструкции были запутывающими и трудными для понимания.

B1 noun /kənˈviː.ni.əns/

Convenience

удобство

Meaning

the state of being able to proceed with something without difficulty; a thing that contributes to an easy way of life

Example

The convenience of online shopping has changed how people buy products.

Удобство онлайн-шопинга изменило способ, которым люди покупают продукты.

B1 adverb /ˈkɒnstəntli/

Constantly

постоянно; всегда; без остановки

Meaning

continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping

Example

The baby was constantly crying throughout the night.

Ребенок плакал постоянно всю ночь.

C2 verb /kənˈtɛm/

contemn

презирать

Meaning

to treat or regard with disdain, scorn, or contempt

Example

He would never contemn honest work, no matter how humble.

Он никогда не стал бы презирать честную работу, независимо от того, насколько она скромна.

C2 noun /ˈkloʊtʃər/

cloture

процедура завершения

Meaning

a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.

Example

The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate.

Сенат призвал к процедуре завершения, чтобы закончить длительные дебаты.

B2 noun /sərˈkʌmfərəns/

circumference

окружность

Meaning

the distance around the edge of a circle

Example

The teacher asked us to calculate the circumference of the circle.

Учитель попросил нас вычислить окружность круга.

A2 noun /ˈtʃælɪndʒɪz/

challenges

проблемы

Meaning

Difficult tasks or situations that test someone's abilities or resources.

Example

Overcoming challenges is the key to personal growth.

Преодоление проблем — ключ к личностному росту.

C2 verb /kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪt/

commiserate

выражать сочувствие или сострадание по поводу чьего-либо несчастья

Meaning

To express sympathy or compassion for someone's misfortune.

Example

She called her friend to commiserate after his loss.

Она позвонила своему другу, чтобы посочувствовать после его потери.

C1 adjective /ˈsiːs.ləs/

Ceaseless

непрерывный; постоянный

Meaning

continuing without pause or interruption; endless

Example

The ceaseless rain lasted for three days.

Непрерывный дождь длился три дня.

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛmpərɛri/

contemporary

современный, современный

Meaning

belonging to the same time period; modern

Example

She enjoys contemporary art exhibitions.

Она наслаждается выставками современного искусства.

C1 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər kleɪm/

counter-claim

контриск

Meaning

a claim made to rebut a previous claim, often in legal contexts

Example

The defendant filed a counter-claim against the plaintiff.

Ответчик подал контриск против истца.

C1 noun sɜːrˈkeɪdiən ˈrɪðəm

circadian rhythm

циркадианный ритм

Meaning

The body's natural sleep-wake cycle that occurs within 24 hours

Example

Exposure to natural light regulates the circadian rhythm.

Воздействие естественного света регулирует циркадианный ритм.

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 noun /ˈklʌstər/

cluster

гроздь

Meaning

a group of similar things or people positioned close together

Example

The grapes grew in a tight cluster.

Виноград вырос в плотной грозди.

C1 noun ˌkɒn.əˈteɪ.ʃən

connotation

подразумеваемое или предполагаемое значение

Meaning

The implied or suggested meaning of a word beyond its literal definition

Example

The word 'home' has a warm connotation of comfort and family.

Слово 'дом' имеет теплую коннотацию комфорта и семьи

C1 noun /ˈʃoʊ.və.nɪst/

chauvinist

человек, проявляющий чрезмерную предвзятость

Meaning

A person displaying excessive or prejudiced loyalty to a group, cause, or gender.

Example

He was labeled a chauvinist after his remarks about women in the workplace.

Он был назван шовинистом после своих высказываний о женщинах на рабочем месте.

B1 noun /kəmˈpəʊzə(r)/

composer

композитор

Meaning

a person who writes music, especially classical music

Example

The composer is working on a new symphony.

Композитор работает над новой симфонией.

C1 noun kəˈmɛns.mənt

commencement

начало

Meaning

The beginning of something; a ceremony at which degrees or diplomas are conferred on graduating students.

Example

The commencement ceremony marked the start of a new journey.

Церемония начала отметила начало нового пути.

B1 noun /kloʊðz ˈaɪərn/

Clothes iron

утюг

Meaning

An electric appliance used to remove wrinkles from clothes by applying heat and pressure

Example

I need to use the clothes iron to make my shirt look neat for the meeting.

Мне нужно использовать утюг, чтобы привести мою рубашку в порядок для встречи.

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.

C1 noun kənˈsjuː.mə.rɪ.zəm

consumerism

потребительский капитализм

Meaning

The tendency to increase consumption of goods and the importance given to consuming products.

Example

Modern consumerism leads to increased demand for luxury goods.

Современный потребительский капитализм ведет к увеличению спроса на товары класса люкс.

B2 noun /kreɪn/

Crane

журавль

Meaning

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

Example

The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge.

Грациозный журавль стоял неподвижно на краю воды.

C2 noun /tʃəˈmeɪ.li/

Chameli

жасмин

Meaning

a variety of jasmine flower with small white fragrant petals

Example

The chameli flowers are commonly used to make garlands and perfumes.

Цветы жасмина обычно используют для изготовления гирлянд и духов.

B2 noun; verb /ˈkætəlɒɡ/

catalogue

каталог

Meaning

a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order; to make a systematic list of items

Example

The library decided to catalogue all new books digitally.

Библиотека решила каталогизировать все новые книги в цифровом виде.

B2 verb kəˈlæbəreɪt

collaborate

сотрудничать

Meaning

To work jointly with others, especially in an intellectual endeavor; cooperate.

Example

Volunteers often collaborate with local organizations.

Волонтеры часто сотрудничают с местными организациями.

C1 noun /ˈkʌvənənt/

covenant

договор

Meaning

a formal agreement or promise, often legally binding

Example

The landlord and tenant signed a covenant to maintain the property.

Арендодатель и арендаторы подписали договор на сохранение собственности.

B1 noun /ˈkær.ə.væn/

Caravan

караван

Meaning

a group of people traveling together, especially through desert areas

Example

The merchant caravan crossed the desert with camels carrying precious goods.

Торговый караван пересек пустыню с верблюдами, которые несли ценные товары.

C1 noun /kənˈtɛnʃən/

contention

спор, разногласие

Meaning

heated disagreement or argument; a point asserted in debate

Example

The main contention between the two parties was over tax reform.

Основной спор между двумя партиями был связан с налоговой реформой.

A2 noun /ˈkɒmədi/

comedy

комедия

Meaning

A type of entertainment that is intended to make people laugh.

Example

We watched a hilarious comedy at the theater.

Мы посмотрели веселую комедию в театре.

C1 verb /ˈkɒnsɔːrt/

consort

Meaning

To associate with someone, typically with disapproval; also, a spouse of a reigning monarch.

Example

He was criticized for consorting with criminals.

C2 adjective /ˈkjʊərətɪv/

curative

лечебный

Meaning

Able to cure disease or restore health.

Example

The doctor prescribed a curative treatment for the illness.

Врач назначил лечебное лечение от болезни.

A2 verb /kəmˈpleɪn/

complain

жаловаться

Meaning

to express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something

Example

He often complains about the noise in the neighborhood.

Он часто жалуется на шум в соседстве.

A2 noun /ˈsen.tər/

center

центр

Meaning

A place or building designated for a particular activity or service.

Example

The first robotic surgery center was established in Rangpur.

Первый центр роботизированной хирургии был основан в Рангпуре.

C1 noun /ˈkʌˈs.tə.di/

Custody

опека; арест; охрана

Meaning

the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; imprisonment or detention

Example

After the divorce, they shared custody of their children equally.

После развода они поделили опеку над детьми поровну.