B2 noun kənˌtæm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən

contamination

загрязнение

Meaning

The process of making something less pure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

Contamination of air leads to health issues.

Загрязнение воздуха вызывает проблемы со здоровьем.

B2 noun /kəˈrɪz.mə/

charisma

харизма

Meaning

Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Example

His charisma helped him become a great leader.

Его харизма помогла ему стать великим лидером.

B2 adjective kəˈlɛktɪv

collective

коллективный

Meaning

Done by people acting as a group; shared by all members of a group.

Example

Victory Day represents our collective pride.

День Победы символизирует нашу коллективную гордость.

B2 noun /ˈkoʊ.brə/

Cobra

кобра

Meaning

a venomous snake with a hood that can be spread when threatened

Example

The cobra raised its hood and hissed at the intruder.

Кобра подняла свою капюшон и зашипела на нарушителя.

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.

B2 preposition /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/

concerning

касающийся

Meaning

about or relating to something; causing worry or anxiety

Example

There are some reports concerning the new project.

Есть несколько отчетов, касающихся нового проекта.

B2 noun /ˈkæʃuː nʌts/

Cashew nuts

кешью орехи

Meaning

kidney-shaped nuts from the cashew tree, commonly eaten as snacks or used in cooking

Example

Cashew nuts are often used in Indian sweets and curries.

Кешью орехи часто используются в индийских сладостях и карри.

B2 noun /tʃɔːr/

chore

работа по дому

Meaning

A routine task, especially a household duty.

Example

Washing the dishes is my least favorite chore.

Мыть посуду - моя наименее любимая работа по дому.

B2 noun /ˌkɒmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

complication

осложнение

Meaning

A problem or difficulty that makes a situation harder to deal with.

Example

His illness led to serious complications after surgery.

Его болезнь привела к серьезным осложнениям после операции.

B2 noun /koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/

coordinator

координатор

Meaning

a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together

Example

The event coordinator managed everything perfectly.

Координатор мероприятия всё организовал идеально.

B2 adjective /kɒzˈmɛt.ɪk/

cosmetic

косметический

Meaning

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

Example

She bought a new cosmetic cream for her skin.

Она купила новый косметический крем для своей кожи.

B2 noun /ˈkrɪstəl/

crystal

кристалл

Meaning

a clear, transparent mineral or glass that forms a solid structure with regular patterns

Example

She wore a necklace made of sparkling crystal.

Она носила ожерелье из сверкающего кристалла.

B2 noun /ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/

coverage

освещенность

Meaning

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

Example

The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event.

Новостной канал предоставил обширное освещение события.

B2 noun /kɔːrd/

cord

шнур

Meaning

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

Example

He tied the package with a strong cord.

Он связал пакет прочным шнуром.

B2 noun /ˈkʌm.pəs/

Compass

компас

Meaning

an instrument for finding direction with a magnetic needle pointing to magnetic north

Example

The hiker used a compass to find the right direction.

Путешественник использовал компас, чтобы найти правильное направление.

B2 verb /kɜːrb/

curb

сдерживать / контролировать

Meaning

to restrain, control, or limit something

Example

The government took steps to curb inflation.

Правительство приняло меры по сдерживанию инфляции.

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.

B2 noun /kənˈtroʊlər/

controller

контроллер

Meaning

a person or device that manages, directs, or regulates something

Example

The game controller made it easy to play the video game.

Контроллер игры упростил игру в видеоигры.

B2 adjective /ˈkɒmɪkəl/

comical

комичный

Meaning

Funny in a strange or silly way; amusing.

Example

His comical expressions made everyone laugh.

Его комичные выражения заставили всех смеяться.

B2 noun /ˌkeɪ.pəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

capability

способность

Meaning

The ability or capacity to do something.

Example

The telescope's capability is unparalleled.

Способность телескопа беспрецедентна.

B2 noun /kənˈsɪstənsi/

consistency

последовательность, единообразие

Meaning

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way; uniformity.

Example

Consistency in quality is key to customer satisfaction.

Последовательность в качестве - ключ к удовлетворенности клиента.

B2 adjective /ˈkrɛd.ɪ.bəl/

credible

заслуживающий доверия

Meaning

able to be believed; convincing

Example

Her explanation was credible enough to convince the committee.

Ее объяснение было достаточно заслуживающим доверия, чтобы убедить комитет.

B2 adjective, noun /ˈkɑːmənpleɪs/

commonplace

обычное явление

Meaning

ordinary or unremarkable; something that is usual or commonly found

Example

Smartphones have become commonplace in modern life.

Смартфоны стали обычным явлением в современной жизни.

B2 noun /kʌlt/

cult

культ

Meaning

a system of religious veneration and devotion directed toward a particular figure or object

Example

The cult followed their leader with great devotion.

Культ следовал за своим лидером с большой преданностью.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmbæt/

combat

сражаться

Meaning

to fight against something, especially to reduce or stop it

Example

The government is taking steps to combat corruption.

Правительство принимает меры для борьбы с коррупцией.

B2 verb /ˈklæsɪfaɪ/

classify

классифицировать

Meaning

to arrange or organize into categories or groups

Example

The librarian classified the books by subject.

Библиотекарь классифицировал книги по темам.

B2 noun /kɒd fɪʃ/

Cod fish

треска

Meaning

A large marine fish with white flesh, commonly used for food

Example

The fisherman caught a large cod fish in the North Atlantic.

Рыбак поймал большую треску в Северной Атлантике.

B2 adjective /ˈklɪn.ɪ.kəl/

clinical

клинический

Meaning

Related to the observation and treatment of patients rather than theoretical study.

Example

The doctor conducted a clinical examination.

Доктор провел клиническое обследование.

B2 noun /ˈkɜːr.tə.si/

Courtesy

учтивость; вежливость;

Meaning

the showing of politeness in one's attitude and behavior toward others; a polite gesture or remark

Example

He showed great courtesy by holding the door open for elderly people.

Он продемонстрировал великую учтивость, держа дверь открытой для пожилых людей.

B2 adjective ˌkɒn.stɪˈtjuː.ʃən.əl

constitutional

конституционный

Meaning

Relating to an established set of principles governing a state; in accordance with a political constitution.

Example

Constitutional reforms ensure fairness in the system.

Конституционные реформы обеспечивают справедливость в системе.

B2 noun/adjective /səˈvɪliən/

civilian

гражданский

Meaning

a person not in the armed forces or police

Example

The area was evacuated to protect the civilians.

Зону эвакуировали для защиты гражданских.

B2 verb /koʊp/

cope

справляться

Meaning

to deal effectively with something difficult

Example

She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work.

Она должна была справиться с большим давлением на работе.

B2 verb /ˈkaʊnsəl/

counsel

консультировать

Meaning

to give professional advice or guidance to someone

Example

The teacher counseled the students on their career choices.

Учитель консультировал студентов по вопросам карьеры.

B2 noun /kəˈmɪʃənər/

commissioner

комиссар

Meaning

an official in charge of a particular department or area

Example

The police commissioner addressed the media about the incident.

Полицейский комиссар рассказал СМИ о происшествии.

B2 noun /kɜːrd/

Curd

йогурт

Meaning

a white dairy product made by coagulating milk; yogurt

Example

She added fresh curd to the salad for a tangy flavor.

Она добавила свежий йогурт в салат для кисловатого вкуса.

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.

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

совпадение

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

Это было странное совпадение, что они оба пришли на вечеринку в одинаковых платьях.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒm.plɪˈmen.tər.i/

Complimentary

комплиментарный; похвальный; предоставленный бесплатно как любезность

Meaning

expressing praise or admiration; given or supplied free of charge as a courtesy

Example

The hotel offers complimentary breakfast for all guests.

Отель предлагает бесплатный завтрак для всех гостей.

B2 verb /kənˈstrʌkt/

construct

строить

Meaning

to build or form something by putting parts together

Example

They plan to construct a new bridge over the river.

Они планируют построить новый мост через реку.

B2 verb /kənˈtæmɪneɪt/

contaminate

Meaning

To make something impure, dirty, or harmful by contact with a poisonous or polluting substance.

Example

The river was contaminated by industrial waste.

B2 verb /kəmˈpraɪz/

comprise

состоять

Meaning

To consist of or be made up of something.

Example

The committee comprises five members.

Комитет состоит из пяти членов.

B2 verb, noun /kəˈmjuːt/

commute

поездка на работу

Meaning

Verb: to travel regularly between home and work; Noun: the journey to and from work.

Example

He commutes two hours every day to reach his office.

Он каждый день ездит по два часа, чтобы добраться до офиса.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.trɪ.bjʊ.tər/

contributor

вкладчик

Meaning

a person who gives something to help achieve a result

Example

He was a regular contributor to the local newspaper.

Он был регулярным вкладчиком в местную газету.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/

convertible

кабриолет, автомобиль с откидным верхом

Meaning

able to be changed into a different form or use; also a car with a roof that can be folded down

Example

She drove her new convertible along the coastal road.

Она поехала на своем новом кабриолете по прибрежной дороге.

B2 noun /ˈkæs.ər.oʊl bɑːks/

Casserole box

кассрола

Meaning

a covered dish used for cooking and serving food, especially baked dishes

Example

The casserole box kept the food warm during the dinner party.

Кассрола сохранила еду горячей во время ужина.

B2 adjective/verb /kəˈrʌpt/

corrupt

коррупционный

Meaning

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

Example

The politician was accused of corrupt practices.

Политикам предъявили обвинения в коррупционных действиях.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpætəbl/

compatible

совместимый

Meaning

Able to exist or work together without conflict; harmonious.

Example

This software is compatible with both Windows and Mac systems.

Это программное обеспечение совместимо с обоими системами: Windows и Mac.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/

counterpart

аналог

Meaning

a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another

Example

The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company.

Генеральный директор встретился со своим аналогом в партнерской компании.

B2 noun /kənˈvɜːrtər/

converter

преобразователь

Meaning

a device or person that changes something from one form, system, or use to another; a tool that converts data, energy, or materials

Example

The engineer used a converter to change AC power into DC power.

Инженер использовал преобразователь для преобразования переменного тока в постоянный.

B2 noun /kleɪ/

clay

глина

Meaning

a natural material made of fine earth that becomes hard when baked, used for making pottery

Example

The artist molded the wet clay into a beautiful vase.

Художник слепил из влажной глины красивую вазу.

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 /ˌklærɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

clarification

уточнение

Meaning

The action of making a statement or situation less confused and more clearly comprehensible.

Example

The manager requested clarification on the project details.

Менеджер запросил уточнение деталей проекта.

B2 noun/verb /ˈkɒmplɪmənt/

complement

комплимент

Meaning

something that completes or goes well with something; to add something that enhances or improves

Example

The scarf complements her outfit perfectly.

шарф идеально дополняет ее наряд.

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 noun /kəˈmiː.li.ən/

Chameleon

хамелеон

Meaning

a lizard that can change color to match its surroundings

Example

The chameleon changed its color from green to brown.

Хамелеон изменил свой цвет с зеленого на коричневый.

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.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.tər/

counter

прилавок

Meaning

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

Example

The cashier stood behind the counter.

Кассир стоял за прилавком.

B2 adjective /ˈsel.jə.lər/

Cellular

клеточный

Meaning

relating to cells; consisting of cells; relating to mobile phone technology

Example

Cellular technology has revolutionized communication.

Клеточные технологии революционизировали коммуникацию.

B2 adjective /kəmˈpækt/

Compact

компактный; маленький и эффективно спроектированный

Meaning

closely and neatly packed together; small and efficiently designed

Example

She bought a compact car that fits easily in small parking spaces.

Она купила компактный автомобиль, который легко помещается в небольшие парковочные места.

B2 noun /ˈkʌt.lət/

Cutlet

котлета

Meaning

a small piece of meat, especially veal or lamb, for frying or grilling

Example

She served delicious chicken cutlets for dinner.

Она подала вкусные куриные котлеты на ужин.

B2 adjective /ˈkʌltʃəd/

cultured

культурный

Meaning

characterized by refined taste, manners, and education

Example

She is a cultured woman who loves art and literature.

Она культурная женщина, которая любит искусство и литературу.

B2 noun /ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

certification

сертификация

Meaning

the process of officially recognizing or confirming that something or someone meets required standards; an official document proving qualification

Example

She received her professional certification after completing the training program.

Она получила профессиональную сертификацию после завершения учебной программы.

B2 adjective /kræmpt/

cramped

тесный, неудобно маленький

Meaning

uncomfortably small or restricted

Example

The room was so cramped that we could barely move.

Комната была так тесна, что мы едва могли двигаться.

B2 verb /kənˈvɜːs/

converse

беседовать

Meaning

to have a conversation; to talk together

Example

They conversed about literature for hours.

Они беседовали о литературе часами.

B2 noun /ˈkɒntræktər/

contractor

подрядчик

Meaning

a person or company that agrees to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job

Example

The contractor completed the building project on time.

Подрядчик завершил строительный проект вовремя.

B2 noun /ˈkʌlprɪt/

culprit

виновник

Meaning

a person who is responsible for a crime or misdeed

Example

The police caught the culprit behind the robbery.

Полиция поймала виновника за ограблением.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈkaʊntləs/

countless

несчётный

Meaning

too many to be counted; innumerable

Example

There are countless stars in the sky.

На небе бесчисленные звезды.

B2 adjective ˈkʌtɪŋ ˌɛdʒ

cutting-edge

передовой, новаторский, передовые технологии

Meaning

The most advanced or innovative; at the forefront of development.

Example

This company develops cutting-edge technology.

Эта компания разрабатывает передовые технологии.

B2 noun /ˈsel.ər.i/

Celery

сельдерей

Meaning

a green vegetable with long crisp stems that can be eaten raw or cooked

Example

I added chopped celery to the soup for extra flavor.

Я добавил нарезанный сельдерей в суп для дополнительного вкуса.

B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

передавать, сообщать, транспортировать

Meaning

To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.

Example

The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.

Учитель ясно передает урок студентам.

B2 adjective /kənˈtɛntɪd/

contented

удовлетворённый

Meaning

Feeling or expressing happiness and satisfaction.

Example

She was contented with her simple life.

Она была удовлетворена своей простой жизнью.

B2 noun /kəmˈpɑːrt.mənt/

Compartment

купе

Meaning

a separate section or division of a larger space, especially in a train

Example

We found seats in the first-class compartment.

Мы нашли места в первом классе в купе.

B2 noun /ˈkɔːr.əs/

Chorus

хор; часть песни, которая повторяется после каждого куплета

Meaning

a large organized group of singers; a part of a song that is repeated after each verse

Example

The school chorus performed beautifully at the annual concert.

Школьный хор выступил великолепно на ежегодном концерте.

B2 noun ˈkɔːʃən

caution

осторожность

Meaning

Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes; a warning or piece of advice.

Example

Researchers issued a caution regarding unsustainable fishing.

Исследователи выпустили предупреждение относительно неустойчивого рыболовства.

B2 verb /kəˈmɛns/

commence

начинать

Meaning

to begin or start something

Example

The ceremony will commence at noon.

Церемония начнется в полдень.

B2 noun ˈsɜːrkjələr ɪˈkɒnəmi

circular economy

циркулярная экономика

Meaning

An economic system aimed at eliminating waste and the continual use of resources through reuse, sharing, repair, refurbishment, remanufacturing and recycling.

Example

Adopting a circular economy can reduce waste.

Принятие циркулярной экономики может сократить отходы.

B2 noun ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs

Coral Reefs

коралловые рифы

Meaning

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

Example

Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs.

Остров Святого Мартина известен своими коралловыми рифами.

B2 adjective /kənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Convincing

убедительный; достоверный; убедительный; способный заставить кого-то поверить чему-то

Meaning

believable; credible; persuasive; able to make someone believe something

Example

His convincing argument won over the entire jury.

Его убедительный аргумент победил всю присяжных.

B2 noun /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/

Casualty

жертва; раненый; потеря

Meaning

a person killed or injured in a war or accident; a victim of circumstances

Example

The hospital treated many casualties from the car accident.

Больница лечила множество жертв автомобильной аварии.

B2 noun /ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/

corporation

корпорация

Meaning

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

Example

The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects.

Корпорация сделала большие инвестиции в проекты по возобновляемой энергии.

B2 noun/verb /sɪˈmɛnt/

cement

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 /ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/

counselor

консультант

Meaning

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems

Example

The school counselor helped the student deal with stress.

Школьный консультант помог ученику справиться со стрессом.

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 /kroʊ/

Crow

ворон

Meaning

a large black bird known for its intelligence and harsh call

Example

The crow cawed loudly from the tree branch.

Ворон каркал громко с ветки дерева.

B2 noun ˈkɑː.bən

carbon

углерод

Meaning

The chemical element of atomic number 6, occurring as diamond, graphite, and charcoal.

Example

Carbon emissions must be controlled.

Эмиссии углерода должны быть контролируемыми.

B2 noun /ˈkɑː.bən ˈfʊt.prɪnt/

carbon footprint

углеродный след

Meaning

The amount of carbon dioxide and other carbon compounds emitted due to the consumption of fossil fuels by a particular person, group, etc.

Example

Reducing carbon footprint is essential for combating climate change.

Снижение углеродного следа важно для борьбы с изменением климата.

B2 noun /ˈkloʊʒər/

closure

закрытие

Meaning

the action or process of closing something, or the sense of finality or resolution.

Example

The closure of the company left many employees without jobs.

Закрытие компании оставило многих сотрудников без работы.

B2 verb /krʌʃ/

crush

сжать или раздавить что-то так сильно, что оно повреждается или разрушается

Meaning

to press or squeeze something so hard that it is damaged or destroyed

Example

He accidentally crushed the paper cup in his hand.

Он случайно раздавил бумажный стаканчик в своей руке.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃaɪld.laɪk/

Childlike

детский; невинный и доверчивый; чистый и простой

Meaning

innocent and trusting like a child; having the good qualities of a child; pure and simple

Example

She maintained a childlike wonder about the world around her.

Она сохраняла детское изумление от мира вокруг нее.

B2 adjective ˌkæt.əˈstrɑː.fɪk

catastrophic

катастрофический, разрушительный

Meaning

Involving or causing sudden great damage or suffering.

Example

Climate change has catastrophic consequences.

Изменение климата имеет катастрофические последствия.

B2 noun /kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

Consumption

потребление

Meaning

The using up of a resource or the amount of a product consumed by consumers.

Example

High energy consumption leads to increased electricity bills.

Высокое потребление энергии приводит к увеличению счетов за электричество.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

celebrated

знаменитый

Meaning

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

Example

He is a celebrated author in the field of literature.

Он знаменитый автор в области литературы.

B2 noun /ˌkɔr.əˈspɑn.dəns/

Correspondence

корреспонденция; сходство или эквивалентность; общение через обмен письмами

Meaning

letters sent or received; similarity or equivalence; communication by exchange of letters

Example

The historical correspondence between the two famous writers was recently published.

Историческая корреспонденция между двумя известными писателями была недавно опубликована.

B2 noun /ˈkɒk.roʊtʃ/

Cockroach

таракан

Meaning

a flat brown insect that is commonly found in kitchens and other warm places

Example

A cockroach ran across the kitchen floor quickly.

Таракан быстро побежал по кухонному полу.

B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

коррупция

Meaning

dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition

Example

The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.

Правительство запустило кампанию по борьбе с коррупцией в государственных учреждениях.

B2 adjective /ˈkeər.friː/

Carefree

без забот; легкомысленный;

Meaning

free from anxiety or responsibility; lighthearted; worry-free

Example

She lived a carefree life, traveling the world without any worries.

Она жила беспечной жизнью, путешествуя по миру без забот.

B2 noun /ˈtʃɒp.ər/

Chopper

топор

Meaning

a tool with a heavy blade for chopping wood; a helicopter

Example

The lumberjack swung the chopper to cut down the tree.

Лесоруб размахивал топором, чтобы срубить дерево.

B2 noun /kəˈkeɪn/

cocaine

кокаин (наркотик)

Meaning

a powerful and addictive illegal drug made from coca leaves

Example

He was arrested for possessing cocaine.

Его арестовали за хранение кокаина.

B2 noun /kəmˈplek.ʃən/

Complexion

цвет лица

Meaning

the natural color, texture, and appearance of a person's skin, especially on the face

Example

Her fair complexion glowed beautifully in the morning sunlight.

Её светлая кожа сияла красиво на утреннем солнце.

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 /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 /kɔːrs/

coarse

шероховатый, грубый

Meaning

Rough in texture or manner; not smooth or refined.

Example

The fabric felt coarse to the touch.

Ткань была шероховатой на ощупь.

B2 noun/verb /kəˈmjuː.tɪŋ/

commuting

ежедневные поездки

Meaning

Regular travel to and from workplace, daily journey for work.

Example

He spends two hours commuting to work every day.

Он тратит два часа на поездки на работу каждый день.

B2 noun /ˌkoʊəˈlɪʃən/

coalition

коалиция

Meaning

a temporary alliance of distinct parties, persons, or states for joint action

Example

Several parties formed a coalition to pass the new law.

Несколько партий образовали коалицию для принятия нового закона.

B2 noun /ˈkɒləni/

colony

колония

Meaning

a territory or community controlled by another country or group of people

Example

India was once a British colony.

Индия когда-то была британской колонией.

B2 noun /ˈkɑn.trəˌvɜr.si/

Controversy

спор; разногласие

Meaning

prolonged public disagreement or heated discussion; a dispute or argument involving opposing viewpoints

Example

The new policy sparked a major controversy among the citizens.

Новая политика вызвала большую контроверсию среди граждан.

B2 verb/noun /ˈsɛnsər/

censor

цензурировать

Meaning

to suppress or remove parts of books, films, or information considered offensive or harmful; a person who does this

Example

The government tried to censor the controversial film.

Правительство пыталось цензурировать спорный фильм.

B2 noun kəˈmɪʃ.ən

commission

комиссия

Meaning

An official group of people entrusted by a government with a particular function.

Example

The commission recommends constitutional reforms.

Комиссия рекомендует конституционные реформы.

B2 adjective /ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

cost-efficient

экономичный

Meaning

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example

Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries.

Экономичные решения приносят пользу отраслям.

B2 adjective /ˈtʃʌbi/

chubby

пухлый

Meaning

slightly fat in a way that looks healthy and pleasant

Example

The baby has chubby cheeks.

У малыша пухлые щечки.

B2 noun /ˈkæməˌflɑːʒ/

camouflage

маскировка

Meaning

the act of hiding or disguising something by making it blend with its surroundings

Example

The soldiers used camouflage to hide from the enemy.

Солдаты использовали маскировку, чтобы спрятаться от врага.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

circuit

круг / электрический путь

Meaning

A roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and ends at the same place; also an electrical pathway.

Example

The runners completed the circuit around the park.

Бегуны завершили круг вокруг парка.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/

counselling

консультирование

Meaning

the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems

Example

She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety.

Она решила пройти консультирование, чтобы справиться со стрессом.

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/

counseling

консультирование

Meaning

professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems

Example

She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months.

Она решила пройти консультирование после того, как чувствовала стресс в течение нескольких месяцев.

B2 adjective /ˈkɑːmjənl/

communal

общинный

Meaning

Shared by all members of a community; for common use.

Example

The villagers worked together in the communal garden.

Жители деревни вместе работали в общинном саду.

B2 noun /ˈsen.tɪ.piːd/

Centipede

многоножка

Meaning

a long thin creature with many legs that lives in dark places

Example

I found a centipede crawling under the rock.

Я нашел многоножку, ползающую под камнем.

B2 adverb /kənˈtɪnjuəli/

Continually

непрерывно; повторно

Meaning

without stopping; repeatedly

Example

She continually checked her phone for messages.

Она постоянно проверяла свой телефон на наличие сообщений.

B2 noun kəˈmɒd.ə.ti

commodity

товар

Meaning

A raw material or primary agricultural product that can be bought and sold.

Example

Oil is a valuable commodity in the global market.

Нефть — это ценное товарное сырьё на мировом рынке.

B2 noun, adjective /ˈkɒrəl/

coral

коралл

Meaning

a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral

Example

The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures.

Кораллы в рифе дают укрытие многим морским существам.

B2 noun /kʌb/

Cub

медвежонок

Meaning

a young bear, lion, tiger, or other large carnivorous mammal

Example

The bear cub stayed close to its mother for protection.

Медвежонок оставался рядом с матерью для защиты.