B1 verb /ˈkɒntrækt/

contract

заключить контракт

Meaning

to make smaller; to enter into a formal agreement

Example

The company will contract a new supplier for materials.

Компания заключит новый контракт с поставщиком материалов.

C1 verb /skwɪnt/

squint

прищуриться

Meaning

to look with partly closed eyes

Example

She squinted at the bright sunlight.

Она прищурилась от яркого солнечного света.

C1 verb /əˈdɔːrn/

adorn

украшать

Meaning

to decorate or add beauty to something

Example

The hall was adorned with flowers for the wedding.

Зал был украшен цветами для свадьбы.

C2 verb /bɪˈsiːtʃ/

beseech

умолять

Meaning

To ask someone urgently and fervently to do something; to beg.

Example

He beseeched the judge for mercy.

Он умолял судью о милосердии.

B2 noun /roʊˈteɪʃən/

Rotation

вращение; оборот; вращение оси

Meaning

the action of rotating around an axis or center; a single turn

Example

The Earth's rotation takes 24 hours to complete.

Вращение Земли занимает 24 часа.

B1 noun ˈproʊtest

protest

протест

Meaning

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something.

Example

Students organized a protest.

Студенты организовали протест.

C1 noun /ˈpɒlɪɡɒn/

polygon

многоугольник

Meaning

a flat shape with three or more straight sides

Example

The artist drew a colorful polygon on the canvas.

Художник нарисовал цветной многоугольник на холсте.

B2 verb dɪˈtɪrɪəˌreɪts

deteriorates

ухудшается

Meaning

To become progressively worse; to decline in quality, condition, or strength.

Example

The quality of air deteriorates due to pollution.

Качество воздуха ухудшается из-за загрязнения.

A1 noun /ˈɡɜːrlfrɛnd/

girlfriend

девушка

Meaning

A woman or girl with whom someone is romantically or emotionally involved.

Example

He introduced his girlfriend to his family.

Он представил свою девушку своей семье.

B2 adjective /ɪkˈsɛntrɪk/

eccentric

эксцентричный

Meaning

unconventional and slightly strange in behavior or appearance

Example

The artist was known for his eccentric style.

Художник был известен своим эксцентричным стилем.

B2 noun nɪˈsesɪti

necessity

необходимость

Meaning

The fact of being required or indispensable; an indispensable thing.

Example

Waste management is a necessity for environmental sustainability.

Управление отходами — это необходимость для экологической устойчивости.

A1 adjective /ˈprɪti/

Pretty

красивый; симпатичный; привлекательный

Meaning

attractive in a delicate way; fairly or moderately

Example

She wore a pretty dress to the party.

Она надела красивое платье на вечеринку.

B2 noun/adjective /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/

vintage

винтаж / классика

Meaning

Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.

Example

She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s.

Она носила винтажное платье 1950-х годов.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnɪˈfɪʃənt/

Inefficient

неэффективный

Meaning

not achieving maximum productivity; wasteful of time or resources

Example

The old computer system was inefficient and wasted a lot of time.

Старая компьютерная система была неэффективной и тратила много времени.

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

пожать плечами

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

Он пожал плечами, когда его спросили о потерянном файле.

B2 verb /riːˈɔːrɡənaɪz/

reorganize

реорганизовать

Meaning

to arrange something again in a different way for greater efficiency or order

Example

The manager decided to reorganize the team structure.

Менеджер решил реорганизовать структуру команды.

B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkʃɒp/

workshop

мастерская

Meaning

a room or building where people engage in work or creative activities

Example

The workshop focused on improving technical skills for young professionals.

Мастерская была сосредоточена на улучшении технических навыков для молодых профессионалов.

C2 noun /ˈdɛkəˌɡɒn/

decagon

декагон

Meaning

A polygon with ten sides and ten angles.

Example

The geometry teacher drew a perfect decagon on the board.

Учитель геометрии нарисовал идеальный декагон на доске.

A2 noun ˈprəʊɡres

progress

прогресс

Meaning

Forward or onward movement towards a destination or a more advanced state.

Example

Progress in recycling technologies can tackle pollution.

Прогресс в технологиях переработки может справиться с загрязнением.

C1 noun /əˈsɛsər/

assessor

оценщик

Meaning

a person who evaluates or estimates the nature, ability, or quality of something

Example

An external assessor reviewed the project report.

Внешний оценщик рассмотрел отчет по проекту.

C1 adverb /ˈkɔːrdiəli/

Cordially

сердечно

Meaning

in a warm and friendly manner; sincerely

Example

You are cordially invited to our wedding ceremony.

Вы сердечно приглашены на нашу свадебную церемонию.

B1 noun /ədˈvæns/

Advance

прогресс; развитие; предоплата

Meaning

progress or development; movement forward; money paid before it is due

Example

Technology has made great advances in recent years.

Технологии сделали большие успехи в последние годы.

B2 verb /ˌriːəˈʃʊr/

reassure

успокаивать

Meaning

to say or do something to remove someone's doubts or fears

Example

The teacher reassured the students before the exam.

Учитель успокоил учеников перед экзаменом.

B2 noun /jʌŋ fɪʃ/

Young fish

молодая рыба

Meaning

juvenile or small fish; fish that has not reached maturity

Example

Young fish need protection from predators.

Молодой рыбе нужна защита от хищников.

C2 noun /ˈtɒksɪn/

tocsin

тревожный колокол

Meaning

an alarm bell or signal; a warning that something bad is about to happen

Example

The data breach sounded a tocsin for stricter security.

Утечка данных прозвучала как тревожный колокол для ужесточения безопасности.

C2 noun /lɪˈnoʊ.li.əm/

linoleum

линолеум

Meaning

a durable, washable floor covering made from solidified linseed oil, wood flour, or cork dust on a canvas backing

Example

They decided to cover the kitchen floor with linoleum.

Они решили покрыть кухонный пол линолеумом.

B2 noun; verb /ˈlaɪnʌp/

line-up

расстановка; выстраивать в ряд

Meaning

a group or arrangement of people or things in a line; to arrange people or things in a row or planned order

Example

The coach announced the team line-up before the match.

Тренер объявил расстановку перед матчем.

C1 noun /ˈfaɪər.wɔːl/

firewall

межсетевой экран

Meaning

A network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

Example

A firewall protects networks from cyber-attacks.

Межсетевой экран защищает сети от кибератак.

C2 adjective /əˈbɔːrtɪv/

abortive

неудачный

Meaning

Failing to produce the intended result; unsuccessful.

Example

Their abortive attempt to climb the mountain ended in retreat.

Их абортивная попытка подняться на гору закончилась отступлением.

A1 noun/adjective/adverb /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd/

outside

снаружи

Meaning

the external part or surface of something; beyond the boundary

Example

Children were playing outside in the yard.

Дети играли на улице в саду.

A2 noun /dɪˈzæs.tər/

Disaster

катастрофа

Meaning

a sudden event causing great damage or loss of life; a complete failure

Example

The earthquake was a natural disaster that affected thousands of families.

Землетрясение было природной катастрофой, затронувшей тысячи семей.

B1 adverb /ɪnˈtaɪərli/

Entirely

полностью; совершенно

Meaning

completely; wholly; fully

Example

The building was entirely destroyed in the fire.

Здание было полностью разрушено в огне.

C1 adjective /ˌpriːdɪˈspoʊzd/

predisposed

склонный

Meaning

Likely or inclined to be affected by something in advance.

Example

She is predisposed to trust people easily.

Она склонна легко доверять людям.

B2 adjective /ˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Tolerable

терпимый; приемлемый, хотя и не идеальный

Meaning

able to be endured; acceptable though not ideal

Example

The heat was barely tolerable in the afternoon.

Жара была едва терпимой после полудня.

B1 noun /bloʊ/

Blow

удар; мощный удар рукой, оружием или твердым предметом

Meaning

a powerful stroke with a hand, weapon, or hard object

Example

The boxer delivered a devastating blow to his opponent.

Боксер нанес разрушительный удар своему сопернику.

C1 noun /kwɔːrˈtɛt/

quartet

квартет

Meaning

A group of four people playing music or singing together.

Example

The string quartet performed beautifully at the concert.

Струнный квартет великолепно выступил на концерте.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

счастье

Meaning

a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it

Example

The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

C1 verb/noun ˈbuːt.stræp

bootstrap

запускать бизнес с использованием личных ресурсов без внешнего финансирования

Meaning

To start and develop a business using personal resources without external funding.

Example

He bootstrapped his company with minimal resources.

Он начал свой бизнес с минимальными ресурсами.

C1 adjective /ˌɒmnɪˈprezənt/

omnipresent

вездесущий

Meaning

(of God) present everywhere at the same time.

Example

Social media has become an omnipresent force in modern society.

Социальные сети стали вездесущей силой в современном обществе.

C1 noun /ˈpiːɒn/

peon

пион

Meaning

a low-ranking worker, often performing menial tasks

Example

The office peon delivered the files to each department.

Офисный пион доставил файлы в каждый отдел.

B1 noun /blæk ˈpep.ər/

Black Pepper

черный перец

Meaning

a hot-tasting spice made from dried peppercorns, widely used for seasoning food

Example

Season the steak with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Приправьте стейк солью и свежемолотым черным перцем.

B2 noun ˈθrɛʃhəʊld

threshold

порог, предел

Meaning

A point of entry or beginning; the magnitude or intensity that must be exceeded for a certain reaction to occur.

Example

Once the threshold for pest population is reached, measures must be taken.

Как только достигается порог численности вредителей, необходимо принять меры.

C2 verb /kəˈlʌmnieɪt/

calumniate

клеветать

Meaning

To make false and damaging statements about someone; to slander.

Example

He was furious when he realized they had calumniated his reputation.

Он был в ярости, когда понял, что они клеветали на его репутацию.

B1 adjective /ˈklæsɪkəl/

classical

классический или традиционный

Meaning

relating to ancient Greek or Roman culture, or representing traditional excellence in art, music, or literature

Example

She loves listening to classical music while studying.

Она любит слушать классическую музыку, занимаясь учёбой.

C2 noun /ˈdʒɪb.ɪt/

Gibbet

виселица

Meaning

a gallows for hanging criminals; an upright post with a projecting arm for hanging the bodies of criminals

Example

In medieval times, criminals were often executed on a gibbet as a public warning.

В средние века преступников часто казнили на виселице, как публичное предупреждение.

B2 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

жесткий; твердый; негибкий

Meaning

not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm

Example

The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.

Старая деревянная доска была слишком жесткой, чтобы согнуться.

C1 noun /ˈfɒdər/

fodder

корм

Meaning

food for livestock such as cattle, horses, or sheep; also something considered of little value but used to supply a demand

Example

The farmer stored enough fodder for the cattle to last through winter.

Фермер хранил достаточно корма, чтобы скот выжил зимой.

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

интриговать

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

Мистический роман интригует любого читателя.

C1 verb /ˈæɡənaɪz/

agonize

мучиться

Meaning

To suffer extreme physical or mental pain; to spend time worrying.

Example

She agonized for days over whether she had made the right decision.

Она мучилась целыми днями, думая, правильно ли она приняла решение.

C2 noun /ˌdiːnəʊˈteɪʃən/

denotation

денотация

Meaning

The literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests.

Example

The denotation of the word 'rose' is a type of flower.

Денотация слова 'роза' - это вид цветка.

C2 noun /ˈdaɪˌsɪləbəl/

disyllable

двусложное слово

Meaning

a word consisting of two syllables

Example

The word 'happy' is a disyllable.

Слово ‚счастье‘ — это двусложное слово.

C1 verb /flaʊt/

flout

пренебрегать

Meaning

To openly disregard or show contempt for a rule or law.

Example

The company was fined for flouting environmental regulations.

Компания была оштрафована за нарушение экологических норм.

B1 noun /ˈvoʊtɪŋ/

voting

голосование

Meaning

the act of making a choice in an election or decision by casting a vote

Example

Voting is an important part of a democratic society.

Голосование - важная часть демократического общества.

B2 verb /ˈdɛdɪkeɪt/

dedicate

посвящать

Meaning

to devote time, effort, or oneself to a particular purpose or person

Example

She dedicated her life to helping the poor.

Она посвятила свою жизнь помощи бедным.

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.

C2 verb /ˌriː.kəˈnɔɪ.tər/

reconnoiter

разведка

Meaning

to make a preliminary inspection or survey, especially of an area for military or strategic purposes

Example

The soldiers reconnoitered the area before advancing.

Солдаты осмотрели территорию перед наступлением.

B1 adverb /ˈkɑːm.li/

Calmly

спокойно

Meaning

in a peaceful way without showing strong emotions; quietly and without excitement

Example

She spoke calmly despite being angry.

Она говорила спокойно, несмотря на злость.

A1 noun /ɡlæs/

Glass

стакан

Meaning

a drinking container made of glass; hard transparent material

Example

He drank a glass of cold water after the workout.

Он выпил стакан холодной воды после тренировки.

B1 verb /dɪˈfɛnd/

defend

защищать

Meaning

To protect someone or something from harm or attack.

Example

The lawyer worked hard to defend her client.

Адвокат усердно работал, чтобы защитить своего клиента.

C1 noun ˈrɔɪəl ˈbɛŋɡəl ˈtaɪɡər

Royal Bengal Tiger

Королевский бенгальский тигр

Meaning

A subspecies of tiger found primarily in India and Bangladesh, known for its distinctive orange coat with black stripes.

Example

The Royal Bengal Tiger is an iconic species of the Sundarbans.

Королевский бенгальский тигр является иконой Сундарбана.

Meaning

a person who supports or believes in the principles of communism

Example

The communist ideology aims for a classless society.

B2 noun /ˈɡʌv.ən.əns/

governance

управление

Meaning

The action or manner of governing and controlling a state or organization.

Example

Effective governance ensures sustainable development.

Эффективное управление обеспечивает устойчивое развитие.

C1 noun /ˈkætərækt/

cataract

катаракта / водопад

Meaning

A medical condition causing clouding of the eye's lens; also a large waterfall.

Example

The old man suffered from cataracts in both eyes.

Пожилой человек страдал от катаракты в обоих глазах.

C2 noun /ˈbrɪk ə ˌbræk/

bric-a-brac

декоративные безделушки

Meaning

Small decorative objects or ornaments, often of little value.

Example

The shelves were filled with old bric-a-brac from her travels.

Полки были заполнены старыми декоративными безделушками из её путешествий.

B2 verb /ˈkɒmpənseɪtɪd/

compensated

компенсировано

Meaning

to have been given something, typically money, as a recompense for loss, suffering, or work done

Example

The workers were compensated for their overtime hours.

Работники были компенсированы за свои сверхурочные часы.

A2 verb /əˈnɔɪ/

annoy

раздражать

Meaning

to irritate or bother someone and make them feel a little angry or uncomfortable

Example

His constant humming started to annoy everyone in the room.

Его постоянное напевание начало раздражать всех в комнате.

A1 noun /kiː/

Key

ключ

Meaning

a small piece of shaped metal used to operate a lock; something that provides a means of access

Example

She lost her house key and couldn't get inside until the locksmith arrived.

Она потеряла свой ключ от дома и не могла войти, пока не пришел слесарь.

B2 noun /ˈfeɪ.lɪŋ/

Failing

неудача; ошибка; слабость

Meaning

a weakness, especially in a person's character; a fault

Example

His only failing is that he talks too much during meetings.

Его единственная неудача - это то, что он слишком много говорит на собраниях.

B2 noun /dɔːn/

Dawn

рассвет

Meaning

the first appearance of light in the sky before sunrise; the beginning or start of something

Example

The fishermen set out to sea before dawn to catch the morning tide.

Рыбаки отправились в море до рассвета, чтобы поймать утренний прилив.

C2 noun /ɪˈluːmɪnənt/

illuminant

освещающий объект

Meaning

A substance or device that produces light.

Example

The lamp acted as an illuminant in the dark cave.

Лампа выступала в роли освещающего объекта в темной пещере.

C2 noun /ɪnˈtɛstəsi/

intestacy

смерть без завещания

Meaning

The condition of dying without having made a valid will.

Example

His estate was divided according to the laws of intestacy.

Его имущество было разделено в соответствии с законами инстатаси.

C2 adjective /ɪnˈvʌlnərəbl/

invulnerable

неуязвимый

Meaning

Impossible to harm, damage, or defeat.

Example

The fortress was thought to be invulnerable to attack.

Крепость считалась неуязвимой к атакам.

C1 adjective /trænsˈfɜːrəbəl/

Transferable

переносной

Meaning

able to be moved from one place to another; able to be given to someone else

Example

The skills you learn here are transferable to other jobs.

Навыки, которые вы здесь изучаете, могут быть перенесены в другие работы.

C2 adjective /trænzˈmɪsəbl/

transmissible

заражённый

Meaning

able to be passed or spread from one person or thing to another

Example

COVID-19 is a highly transmissible disease.

COVID-19 — это чрезвычайно заразная болезнь.

B2 adjective ˌkɑː.bən ˈnjuː.trəl

carbon-neutral

углеродно нейтральный

Meaning

Having a balance between emitting carbon and absorbing carbon from the atmosphere; not adding to overall carbon emissions.

Example

The company aims to be carbon-neutral by 2030.

Компания стремится быть углеродно нейтральной к 2030 году.

C1 adjective /kənˈteɪ.dʒəs/

Contagious

заразный; инфекционный

Meaning

likely to spread to and affect others; infectious

Example

Her laughter is contagious and makes everyone smile.

Её смех заразителен и заставляет всех улыбаться.

C2 adjective /ˈkɒŋɡruənt/

congruent

конгруэнтный

Meaning

in agreement or harmony; having the same shape and size in geometry

Example

Their values are congruent with the goals of the organization.

Их ценности совпадают с целями организации.

C2 adjective /ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/

churlish

грубый

Meaning

Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

Example

It would be churlish to refuse her kind invitation.

Было бы грубо отвергнуть ее любезное приглашение.

C1 noun /ˈiːɡoʊˌɪzəm/

egoism

эгоизм

Meaning

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupation with oneself.

Example

His decisions were often driven by egoism rather than concern for others.

Его решения часто были продиктованы эгоизмом, а не заботой о других.

C1 noun /krʌtʃ/

crutch

костыль, опора

Meaning

a support used by someone injured to walk; also something relied upon for support or help

Example

He had to use crutches after breaking his leg.

Ему пришлось использовать костыли после того, как он сломал ногу.

C1 noun /ˈmɒnəʊˌkʌltʃər/

monoculture

монокультура

Meaning

The agricultural practice of growing only one type of crop over a large area and for many consecutive years, which can lead to increased vulnerability to pests and diseases.

Example

Monoculture can lead to soil depletion and increased pest vulnerability.

Монокультура может привести к истощению почвы и повышенной уязвимости к вредителям.

B2 noun /ˈdʌbəl ˈdekər/

Double decker

двухэтажный автобус

Meaning

a bus with two levels or floors for passengers

Example

The red double decker bus is a famous symbol of London.

Красный двухэтажный автобус — знаменитый символ Лондона.

B2 adjective /ˈles.ər/

Lesser

меньший

Meaning

smaller in amount; of lower importance; inferior

Example

He chose the lesser of two evils when making his decision.

Он выбрал меньшее из двух зол, принимая решение.

C1 adjective /ʌnˈseɪvəri/

unsavory

неприятный

Meaning

Disagreeable, unpleasant, or morally offensive.

Example

The politician was linked to an unsavory scandal.

Политик был связан с неприятным скандалом.

C1 verb /ˌriːəˈfɜːrm/

reaffirm

подтвердить снова

Meaning

To state again strongly; to confirm or strengthen a statement or belief.

Example

The president reaffirmed his commitment to education reform.

Президент снова подтвердил свою приверженность реформе образования.

B1 noun /ˈplæt.fɔːm/

platform

платформа

Meaning

A raised level surface on which people or things can stand.

Example

The platform was used to discuss collaboration.

Платформа использовалась для обсуждения сотрудничества.

C1 noun, adjective, verb /ʃæm/

sham

обман

Meaning

something that is not what it appears to be; a false or fake thing; to pretend

Example

The deal turned out to be a sham.

Сделка оказалась обманом.

C2 verb /ɪnˈsnɛər/

ensnare

поймать в ловушку

Meaning

to catch or trap, often by trickery or deceit

Example

The hunter ensnared the rabbit with a net.

Охотник поймал кролика в сеть.

B1 noun /ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Spinach

шпинат

Meaning

a vegetable with large dark green leaves that are eaten cooked or uncooked

Example

Fresh spinach is very nutritious.

Свежий шпинат очень питателен.

C2 adjective /ɪˈfɛktʃuəl/

effectual

эффективный

Meaning

producing a desired or intended effect, often used in formal contexts

Example

Her effectual efforts brought peace to the community.

Ее эффективные усилия принесли мир в сообщество.

C2 noun /ˈhæknɪ/

hackney

арендованная лошадь, избитый

Meaning

a horse kept for ordinary riding or hire; also used for something overused or trite

Example

The old hackney was still pulling the carriage.

Старая арендованная лошадь всё ещё везла повозку.

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.

A2 noun/adjective /ˈfiːmeɪl/

female

самка

Meaning

a person or animal of the sex that can bear offspring; relating to women or girls

Example

The female lion protects her cubs fiercely.

Самка льва защищает своих детенышей яростно.

C2 verb /ˈmʌfəl/

muffle

заглушить

Meaning

to make a sound quieter or less distinct; to cover or wrap something to reduce noise or warmth

Example

She tried to muffle her laughter with a scarf.

Она пыталась заглушить свой смех шарфом.

B2 noun /ˌpɜːrsəˈnel/

personnel

персонал

Meaning

People employed in an organization or engaged in an organized undertaking such as military service.

Example

The company is hiring more personnel for its new branch.

Компания нанимает больше персонала для своего нового филиала.

B2 noun /rɪˈstreɪnt/

Restraint

сдержанность; самообладание

Meaning

the action of keeping someone or something under control; self-control

Example

She showed great restraint in not responding to the criticism.

Она проявила большое сдерживание, не ответив на критику.

C1 adjective ˌmæk.roʊ.iː.kəˈnɒm.ɪk

macroeconomic

макроэкономический

Meaning

Relating to the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national productivity.

Example

Government policies impact macroeconomic stability.

Государственная политика влияет на макроэкономическую стабильность.

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.

C2 adjective /rɪˈmjuːnərətɪv/

remunerative

прибыльный

Meaning

Financially rewarding or profitable.

Example

He chose a remunerative career in medicine.

Он выбрал прибыльную карьеру в медицине.

B2 adjective /ˈtaɪm.li/

Timely

своевременный; пунктуальный

Meaning

happening at the right time; punctual

Example

His timely arrival saved the meeting.

Его своевременное прибытие спасло встречу.

B1 noun /wɪtʃ/

Witch

ведьма

Meaning

a woman thought to have magic powers, especially evil ones; a practitioner of witchcraft

Example

The old witch cast a spell on the prince.

Старая ведьма наложила заклятие на принца.

A2 noun fɔːrs

force

сила

Meaning

A physical power or energy that can cause movement, change, or influence.

Example

Strong nuclear force binds particles.

Сильная ядерная сила связывает частицы.

C1 adjective /pləˈtɒnɪk/

platonic

платонический

Meaning

relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual

Example

They have a platonic friendship that has lasted for years.

У них платоническая дружба, которая длится уже много лет.

B2 noun/verb /bʌst/

bust

бюст/ломать

Meaning

As a noun: A sculpture of a person's head, shoulders, and chest; As a verb: To break, smash, or arrest.

Example

The police busted the gang last night.

Полиция арестовала банду прошлой ночью.

B1 adjective /təˈrɪfɪk/

terrific

потрясающий

Meaning

extremely good or excellent; very great or intense

Example

The concert last night was absolutely terrific.

Концерт прошлой ночью был абсолютно потрясающий.

C1 noun /roʊz ˈber.i/

Rose berry

ягода розы

Meaning

a type of berry with rose-like characteristics or flavor

Example

The rose berry has a delicate floral taste that reminds me of roses.

У ягоды розы нежный цветочный вкус, который напоминает мне розы.

B2 verb /fɔːrˈsiː/

foresee

предсказать

Meaning

To be aware of beforehand; to predict or expect.

Example

She could foresee the challenges ahead.

Она могла предсказать вызовы впереди.

B1 noun /əˈtrækʃən/

Attraction

аттракция; сила притяжения;

Meaning

the action or power of evoking interest or pleasure in something; a place that draws visitors

Example

The museum is the main attraction for tourists in this city.

Музей — это основная аттракция для туристов в этом городе.

C1 noun /ˈhɪp.ə.krɪt/

Hypocrite

лицемер; обманщик; притворщик

Meaning

a person who acts in contradiction to their stated beliefs or feelings; a pretender

Example

Don't be a hypocrite by demanding honesty from others while lying yourself.

Не будь лицемером, требуя честности от других, в то время как ты сам лжешь.

C1 noun /ræθ/

Wrath

гнев; ярость

Meaning

extreme anger; intense fury or indignation

Example

His wrath was terrible to behold.

Его гнев было страшно видеть.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈplɛzəntli/

unpleasantly

неприятно

Meaning

in a way that causes discomfort, annoyance, or displeasure; in an unfriendly or disagreeable manner

Example

The room was unpleasantly hot during the afternoon.

Днём в комнате было неприятно жарко.

C2 verb /bɪˈleɪ/

belay

закрепить веревку

Meaning

to secure a rope by winding it around an object; to stop or cancel an order (nautical/military use)

Example

The climber asked his partner to belay the rope tightly.

Скалолаз попросил своего партнера закрепить веревку крепко.

B2 noun /ˈdʒɜːr.nəl/

Journal

журнал

Meaning

a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events

Example

She kept a personal journal to record her thoughts and experiences.

Она вела личный журнал, чтобы записывать свои мысли и переживания.