B2 verb, noun /dɑːrt/

dart

дротик/быстро побежать

Meaning

to move suddenly and quickly; a small pointed missile thrown at a target

Example

The cat darted across the street to avoid the car.

Кошка быстро пробежала через улицу, чтобы избежать машины.

B2 noun /ræntʃ/

ranch

скотоводческая ферма

Meaning

a large farm where animals such as cattle or sheep are raised

Example

They own a huge cattle ranch in Texas.

Они владеют огромной скотоводческой фермой в Техасе.

B2 noun /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

weightlifting

тяжёлая атлетика

Meaning

the sport or activity of lifting heavy weights to build strength and muscle

Example

Weightlifting requires discipline, proper technique, and consistent training.

Тяжёлая атлетика требует дисциплины и правильной техники.

B2 noun /ˈsɛsəmi sidz/

Sesame Seeds

семена кунжута

Meaning

small edible seeds from the sesame plant used in cooking and baking

Example

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the bread before baking.

Посыпьте семена кунжута на хлеб перед выпечкой.

B2 noun /dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

geology

геология

Meaning

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

Example

She studied geology to understand earthquakes.

Она изучала геологию, чтобы понять землетрясения.

B2 noun /ˌmɪsbɪˈheɪvjər/

misbehavior

плохое поведение

Meaning

bad or improper behavior

Example

The teacher punished the student for his misbehavior.

Учитель наказал студента за его плохое поведение.

B2 verb əbˈzɜːrvd

observed

праздновать

Meaning

To celebrate or keep a religious or other festival.

Example

The day is observed annually to raise awareness.

Этот день празднуется ежегодно для повышения осведомленности.

B2 adjective /ʌnˈprɒf.ɪ.tə.bl̩/

Unprofitable

убыточный

Meaning

not yielding profit or gain; not producing financial benefit

Example

The unprofitable business was forced to close down after three years.

Убыточный бизнес был вынужден закрыться через три года.

B2 adjective /ˈʃɔːrt ˌsaɪtɪd/

Short-sighted

близорукость; ограниченное мировоззрение

Meaning

lacking foresight or consideration for the future; myopic

Example

His short-sighted decision to quit school early affected his career prospects.

Его короткозоркое решение бросить школу рано повлияло на его карьерные перспективы.

B2 noun /ˈfaɪbər/

fiber

волокно

Meaning

a thread or filament from which a textile is formed; dietary substance from plants that aids digestion

Example

Fruits and vegetables are high in fiber.

Фрукты и овощи богаты клетчаткой.

B2 noun /ɪɡˈzɔːstʃən/

exhaustion

истощение

Meaning

A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.

Example

Chronic exhaustion can lead to burnout and decreased productivity.

Хроническое истощение может привести к выгоранию и снижению продуктивности.

B2 adjective /ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/

Spiritual

духовный; религиозный; священный

Meaning

relating to the human spirit or soul; religious or sacred

Example

She found spiritual peace through meditation.

Она нашла духовный мир через медитацию.

B2 noun /ˈklɪərəns/

clearance

разрешение / санкция

Meaning

official permission or authorization; the removal of something unwanted; the distance between two objects

Example

The pilot received clearance to land the plane.

Пилот получил разрешение на посадку.

B2 noun /prəˈmoʊ.tər/

promoter

продвиженец

Meaning

A person or organization that helps to organize or finance an event, business, or product launch.

Example

The promoter organized a concert for the new band.

Продвиженец организовал концерт для новой группы.

B2 noun /truːp/

Troop

группа

Meaning

a group of soldiers; military personnel organized as a unit

Example

The troop marched in formation across the parade ground.

Группа маршировала в строю по площади парада.

B2 noun /ˈtɛrərɪst/

terrorist

террорист

Meaning

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

Example

The terrorist was arrested by the police after the attack.

Террорист был арестован полицией после атаки.

B2 noun /ˈtuː.lɪp/

Tulip

тюльпан

Meaning

a colorful spring flower with cup-shaped petals

Example

The red tulip bloomed beautifully in the garden.

Красный тюльпан прекрасно расцвел в саду.

B2 noun ˈlaɪv.stɒk ˈfɑː.mɪŋ

livestock farming

скотоводство

Meaning

The breeding, raising, and care of farm animals such as cattle, horses, sheep, and pigs for food, fiber, and other products.

Example

Livestock farming plays a crucial role in food security.

Скотоводство играет важную роль в продовольственной безопасности.

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 adjective /ˈkwɑːn.tɪ.teɪ.tɪv/

Quantitative

количественный

Meaning

relating to quantity or amount; expressed in terms of numbers or measurements

Example

The study provides quantitative evidence of climate change effects.

Исследование предоставляет количественные доказательства воздействия изменения климата.

B2 noun /ˈwɑː.ʃər mæn/

Washer man

прачечник

Meaning

a person whose job is to wash clothes and linens for others

Example

The washer man collected dirty clothes from every household in the village.

Прачечник собирал грязную одежду из каждого дома в деревне.

B2 adjective /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

inappropriate

неуместный

Meaning

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Example

It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.

Было неуместно говорить громко в библиотеке.

B2 noun /ˌdɛm.əˈɡræf.ɪks/

Demographics

Демография

Meaning

Statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it.

Example

Demographics help in targeted advertising.

Демография помогает в целевой рекламе.

B2 noun /ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/

economic sustainability

экономическая устойчивость

Meaning

The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.

Example

Economic sustainability drives long-term growth.

Экономическая устойчивость обеспечивает долгосрочный рост.

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.

B2 verb /rɪˈdʒɔɪs/

rejoice

радоваться

Meaning

to feel or show great joy; to celebrate

Example

The family rejoices at the good news.

Семья радуется хорошим новостям.

B2 noun ˌɜːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən

urbanization

урбанизация

Meaning

The process by which towns and cities are formed and become larger as more people begin living and working in central areas.

Example

Urbanization leads to more developed infrastructure.

Урбанизация ведет к более развитой инфраструктуре.

B2 noun /ˌkɑn.frənˈteɪ.ʃən/

Confrontation

конфронтация

Meaning

a hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties; direct challenge or opposition

Example

The confrontation between the two leaders ended without any agreement.

Конфронтация между двумя лидерами закончилась без какого-либо соглашения.

B2 noun /ˈdeb.riː/

debris

обломки

Meaning

Scattered pieces of waste or remains.

Example

Debris in the eyes causes irritation.

Обломки в глазах вызывают раздражение.

B2 noun /ˈkɒn.flɪkt ˌrez.əˈluː.ʃən/

conflict resolution

разрешение конфликта

Meaning

The process of finding peaceful solutions to disputes or disagreements between parties.

Example

Conflict resolution is vital for global peace.

Разрешение конфликтов жизненно важно для глобального мира.

B2 noun /proʊˈbeɪʃən/

probation

испытательный срок

Meaning

a period of testing or supervision, especially for offenders or new employees

Example

He was placed on probation for six months.

Его поставили на испытательный срок на шесть месяцев.

B2 noun /dɪˈfɛndər/

defender

защитник

Meaning

a person who protects someone or something from harm or attack

Example

The defender blocked the shot and saved the goal.

Защитник заблокировал удар и спас гол.

B2 noun, verb /tæɡ/

tag

Meaning

a label attached to something for identification or information; or to attach such a label

Example

She tagged her luggage before boarding the plane.

B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

саксофон

Meaning

a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece

Example

The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.

Джазовый музыкант сыграл прекрасное соло на своем саксофоне.

B2 noun /ɡroʊθ ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/

growth mindset

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.

B2 verb /ˈræl.i/

rally

Meaning

to come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirit

Example

The team rallied after halftime and won the match.

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 noun /ɪnˈrɪtʃ.mənt/

enrichment

обогащение

Meaning

The action of improving or enhancing the quality or value of something.

Example

Cultural enrichment fosters a deeper understanding of traditions.

Культурное обогащение способствует более глубокому пониманию традиций.

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

Reserved

сдержанный; интровертированный

Meaning

slow to reveal emotion or opinions; restrained in manner

Example

She is quite reserved and doesn't talk much in meetings.

Она довольно сдержанная и не говорит много на совещаниях.

B2 noun ˈflæʃkɑːrdz

flashcards

карты для обучения

Meaning

Cards containing small amounts of information, held up for students to see, as an aid to learning.

Example

Flashcards help in quick memorization.

Флешкарты помогают в быстром запоминании.

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 adjective /ˈdred.fəl/

Dreadful

ужасный; страшный; кошмарный

Meaning

extremely bad or unpleasant; causing fear or suffering; terrible

Example

The weather was dreadful during our vacation.

Погода была ужасной во время нашего отпуска.

B2 noun /ˈten.dər.nəs/

Tenderness

нежность

Meaning

gentleness and kindness; the quality of being easily hurt or damaged

Example

The mother showed great tenderness while caring for her sick child.

Мать проявила большую нежность, заботясь о своем больном ребенке.

B2 adjective /ɡrɪm/

grim

мрачный

Meaning

very serious or gloomy in appearance or outlook

Example

The future looked grim after the disaster.

Будущее выглядело мрачно после катастрофы.

B2 adverb /ʌnˈdaʊtɪdli/

undoubtedly

несомненно

Meaning

without a doubt, certainly

Example

He is undoubtedly the best player on the team.

Он несомненно лучший игрок в команде.

B2 noun /ˈtæk.tɪk/

Tactic

тактика; стратегия

Meaning

a plan or method for achieving something; a strategy used to accomplish a goal

Example

The coach used a new tactic to win the game.

Тренер использовал новую тактику, чтобы выиграть игру.

B2 noun /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

пароход

Meaning

a ship or boat powered by steam engines

Example

The old steamer crossed the river slowly.

Старый пароход медленно пересек реку.

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ənz

emissions

выбросы

Meaning

The production and discharge of something, especially gas, heat, light, or radiation.

Example

Carbon emissions are rising globally.

Выбросы углерода растут по всему миру.

B2 noun /ˈpredʒ.ə.dɪs/

Prejudice

предвзятость

Meaning

preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience

Example

We must fight against prejudice and discrimination in our society.

Мы должны бороться с предвзятостью и дискриминацией в нашем обществе.

B2 noun ˌriːkənˈstrʌkʃn

reconstruction

реконструкция

Meaning

The action or process of reconstructing or being reconstructed.

Example

The reconstruction project took years.

Проект реконструкции занял годы.

B2 adjective haɪˈdʒiː.nɪk

hygienic

гигиеничный

Meaning

Conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean.

Example

Maintaining hygienic conditions in hospitals is crucial.

Соблюдение гигиенических условий в больницах имеет решающее значение.

B2 noun /ˈheɪ.trəd/

Hatred

ненависть

Meaning

intense dislike or ill will; a feeling of strong aversion

Example

His hatred for injustice motivated him to become a human rights lawyer.

Его ненависть к несправедливости побудила его стать адвокатом по правам человека.

B2 noun /ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/

global awareness

глобальная осведомленность

Meaning

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

Example

Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes.

Глобальная осведомленность о климатических изменениях необходима для политических изменений.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈpeɪ/

overpay

переплатить

Meaning

To pay more than is necessary or reasonable.

Example

She realized she had overpaid for the concert tickets.

Она поняла, что переплатила за билеты на концерт.

B2 noun /ɔːˈræŋ.ʊˌtæŋ/

Orang-Outang

орангутан

Meaning

a large arboreal ape with long reddish hair, long arms, and hooked hands and feet, native to Borneo and Sumatra

Example

The orangutan swings gracefully through the forest canopy.

Орангутан изящно качается через верхушки деревьев.

B2 adjective /ˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Literate

грамотный; образованный; хорошо образованный

Meaning

able to read and write; educated; well-educated

Example

She is a very literate person who reads extensively.

Она очень грамотный человек, который много читает.

B2 adverb /ˈmɪzərəbli/

Miserably

ужасно

Meaning

in a wretched or unhappy manner; extremely badly

Example

The team performed miserably in the championship.

Команда играла ужасно в чемпионате.

B2 adjective /ˌærəˈmætɪk/

aromatic

ароматный

Meaning

Having a pleasant and distinctive smell.

Example

The chef used aromatic herbs to flavor the dish.

Шеф-повар использовал ароматные травы для придания вкуса блюду.

B2 verb ɪnˈfɔːrsɪŋ

enforcing

применение

Meaning

To compel observance of or compliance with a law, rule, or obligation.

Example

Enforcing strict laws is necessary to prevent violations.

Применение строгих законов необходимо для предотвращения нарушений.

B2 verb /ɪnˈlɑːrdʒ/

enlarge

увеличить

Meaning

to make something bigger or increase in size

Example

They decided to enlarge their house.

Они решили увеличить свой дом.

B2 adjective /ˌhɒrɪˈzɒntəl/

horizontal

горизонтальный

Meaning

parallel to the horizon; flat and level from side to side

Example

The table must be perfectly horizontal to keep the glass from sliding.

Стол должен быть горизонтальным, чтобы стакан не скользил.

B2 noun /kəˈroʊnə/

corona

корона или структура, похожая на корону; также относится к внешней атмосфере солнца

Meaning

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

Example

The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse.

Корона солнца была видна во время полного солнечного затмения.

B2 noun /rɪˈfɔːr.mər/

Reformer

реформатор

Meaning

a person who works to bring about positive changes in society or institutions

Example

The social reformer dedicated her life to improving education for all children.

Социальный реформатор посвятил свою жизнь улучшению образования для всех детей.

B2 noun /dæm/

Dam

дамба; водоем;

Meaning

a barrier constructed to hold back water and raise its level; a female parent of an animal

Example

The massive dam provides electricity and controls flooding in the region.

Массивная дамба обеспечивает электричество и контролирует наводнения в регионе.

B2 verb /rɪˈzɛnt/

resent

негодовать

Meaning

to feel bitterness or displeasure about something or someone

Example

She began to resent the constant criticism from her boss.

Она начала испытывать раздражение от постоянной критики своего начальника.

B2 verb /ˈdɛzɪɡneɪt/

designate

назначать

Meaning

to officially assign, appoint, or indicate something or someone

Example

The committee will designate a new chairperson next week.

Комитет назначит нового председателя на следующей неделе.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪs.ləs/

Priceless

бесценный; неоценимый

Meaning

extremely valuable; invaluable; beyond price

Example

Her grandmother's antique jewelry is absolutely priceless.

Древние драгоценности её бабушки абсолютно бесценны.

B2 noun /bɪˈliːvər/

believer

верующий

Meaning

a person who believes in something, especially a religious faith, idea, or principle

Example

She is a strong believer in hard work and honesty.

Она твёрдо верит в труд и честность.

B2 noun ˈɪnər strɛŋkθ

inner strength

внутренняя сила

Meaning

Mental or spiritual power that helps a person cope with difficulties.

Example

Community service fosters inner strength in individuals.

Общественная работа способствует внутренней силе у людей.

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 verb, adjective /ɪˈlæbəreɪt/ (verb), /ɪˈlæbərət/ (adjective)

elaborate

развернуто говорить / детализированный и сложный в дизайне

Meaning

verb: to explain something in detail; adjective: detailed and complicated in design

Example

She asked him to elaborate on his proposal.

Она попросила его подробно изложить его предложение.

B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

последующий

Meaning

Coming after something in time; following in time or order.

Example

Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.

Последующие события прояснили результаты.

B2 noun /ˌreɡ.jʊˈlær.ɪ.ti/

Regularity

регулярность

Meaning

the quality of being regular; occurring at fixed intervals or in a consistent pattern

Example

The regularity of his exercise routine helped him stay healthy.

Регулярность его тренировочного расписания помогла ему оставаться здоровым.

B2 adverb /əˈfek.ʃən.ət.li/

Affectionately

нежно

Meaning

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

Example

She hugged her grandmother affectionately.

Она обняла свою бабушку с любовью.

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

навязывать

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

Правительство ввело новые налоги на предметы роскоши.

B2 noun /hɪˈstɔːriən/

historian

историк

Meaning

a person who studies or writes about history

Example

The historian gave a lecture on ancient civilizations.

Историк прочитал лекцию о древних цивилизациях.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

безумный

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

Идея прыгнуть с утеса казалась безумной.

B2 verb /əˈkʌmplɪʃ/

accomplish

выполнять

Meaning

to achieve or complete successfully

Example

She managed to accomplish all her goals for the year.

Она смогла достичь всех своих целей за год.

B2 noun /ɑːks/

Ox

бык

Meaning

a large strong animal used for pulling heavy loads or plowing fields

Example

The farmer used an ox to plow the field.

Фермер использовал быка для того, чтобы вспахать поле.

B2 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

поразительный

Meaning

very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect

Example

Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.

Ее поразительная красота привлекла внимание всех.

B2 verb /pərˈsiːv/

perceive

воспринять

Meaning

to become aware of or understand something through the senses

Example

I perceive a change in his attitude.

Я воспринимаю изменения в его поведении.

B2 noun /ˌaʊtˈsaɪdə(r)/

outsider

аутсайдер

Meaning

a person who is not accepted as a member of a particular group or community

Example

As a new student, she often felt like an outsider at school.

Будучи новым студентом, она часто чувствовала себя аутсайдером в школе.

B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

скептический

Meaning

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

Example

She was skeptical about the new plan.

Она была скептически настроена к новому плану.

B2 noun /ˈmɪz.ər.i/

Misery

несчастье; бедность; страдание

Meaning

Great mental or physical suffering; extreme unhappiness or distress

Example

The poor family lived in complete misery after losing their home.

Бедная семья жила в полном ужасе после того, как потеряла свой дом.

B2 noun ˈænsɛstərz

Ancestors

предок

Meaning

A person from whom one is descended; a forefather.

Example

The family tree shows the names of all ancestors.

Семейное древо показывает имена всех предков.

B2 adverb /ˈraɪtli/

Rightly

правильно; надлежащим образом; справедливо

Meaning

correctly; properly; justly

Example

She rightly pointed out the mistakes in the report.

Она правильно указала на ошибки в отчете.

B2 noun ˈvɜː.tʃu.əl ˈklɑːs.ruːmz

virtual classrooms

виртуальные классы

Meaning

An online learning environment where teachers and students interact via digital platforms.

Example

Virtual classrooms enable remote learning for students worldwide.

Виртуальные классы позволяют студентам учиться удаленно по всему миру.

B2 verb /əˈraɪz/

arise

возникать

Meaning

to begin to exist or to happen

Example

Problems may arise if you don't plan ahead.

Проблемы могут возникнуть, если вы не спланируете заранее.

B2 noun ˈpeɪtriəˌtɪzəm

patriotism

патриотизм

Meaning

The quality of being patriotic; devotion to and vigorous support for one's country.

Example

Victory Day reflects the patriotism of the entire nation.

День Победы отражает патриотизм всей нации.

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 /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/

Conscience

совесть, мораль, внутренний голос

Meaning

an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one's behavior

Example

His conscience prevented him from lying to his parents about his grades.

Его совесть не позволила ему лгать своим родителям о своих оценках.

B2 adverb /ruːˈtiːnli/

routinely

регулярно

Meaning

as part of a regular procedure; habitually

Example

The staff routinely checks the equipment for safety.

Персонал регулярно проверяет оборудование на безопасность.

B2 verb /ˈreɪn.dʒɪŋ/

ranging

колебаться

Meaning

Extending or varying between limits.

Example

The temperatures are ranging from 15 to 30 degrees this week.

Температуры колеблются от 15 до 30 градусов на этой неделе.

B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

метельщик

Meaning

a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping

Example

The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.

Метла чистила коридор школы каждое утро.

B2 adjective /pəˈsɪs.tənt/

persistent

упорный

Meaning

continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period

Example

Despite many setbacks, her persistent efforts led to success.

Несмотря на многие неудачи, её упорные усилия привели к успеху.

B2 noun /ˈdʒes.tʃər/

Gesture

жест

Meaning

a movement of part of the body, especially a hand or the head, to express an idea or meaning

Example

She made a welcoming gesture with her hands to invite the guests inside.

Она сделала приветственный жест руками, чтобы пригласить гостей войти.

B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

быстрый

Meaning

moving very quickly; happening promptly

Example

The river current was swift after the heavy rain.

Течение реки было быстрым после сильного дождя.

B2 noun ˈprɒs.pekt

prospect

перспектива

Meaning

The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring.

Example

The project's success holds great prospect for the economy.

Успех проекта открывает большие перспективы для экономики.

B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

неспособность

Meaning

the state of being unable to do something

Example

His inability to make decisions affected his career.

Его неспособность принимать решения повлияла на его карьеру.

B2 adverb /əˈkɔːr.dɪŋ.li/

Accordingly

соответственно; таким образом; в соответствии с обстоятельствами

Meaning

in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances; therefore; consequently

Example

The weather was bad, so the event was cancelled accordingly.

Погода была плохой, поэтому мероприятие было отменено соответственно.

B2 noun /ˈsɪləbəs/

syllabus

учебный план

Meaning

An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.

Example

The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.

Профессор выдал учебный план в первый день занятий.

B2 verb /drɪft/

drift

дрейф

Meaning

to move slowly, especially by air or water currents

Example

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

Лодка начала отрываться от берега.

B2 verb /dɪsˈtʃɑːrdʒ/

discharge

выписка

Meaning

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

Example

The hospital will discharge the patient tomorrow.

Больница выпишет пациента завтра.

B2 adverb /əˈten.tɪv.li/

Attentively

внимательно

Meaning

with careful attention; in a focused manner

Example

She listened attentively to her teacher's instructions.

Она внимательно слушала указания своего учителя.

B2 noun ˈpɛs.tɪ.saɪdz

pesticides

пестициды

Meaning

Substances used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals.

Example

Excessive pesticides use can harm the environment.

Чрезмерное использование пестицидов может навредить окружающей среде.

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈneɪʃənˌwaɪd/

nationwide

по всей стране

Meaning

existing or happening throughout an entire nation

Example

The campaign received nationwide support.

Кампания получила поддержку по всей стране.

B2 noun /ˈɡleɪʃər/

glacier

ледник

Meaning

a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land

Example

The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change.

Ледник медленно тает из-за изменения климата.

B2 verb /ˈfrʌsˌtreɪt/

frustrate

фрустрировать

Meaning

to prevent from accomplishing; to make someone feel annoyed

Example

The traffic jam frustrated all the commuters.

Пробки разочаровали всех пассажиров.

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

нетерпение

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

Его нетерпение росло, по мере того как встреча затягивалась.

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

супруг

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

Каждый сотрудник может включить своего супруга в план медицинского страхования.

B2 noun kəmˈpet.ɪ.tɪv.nəs

competitiveness

конкурентоспособность

Meaning

The quality of being as good as or better than others of a comparable nature; the ability to compete successfully.

Example

Competitiveness is vital for economic sustainability.

Конкурентоспособность важна для экономической устойчивости.

B2 noun əˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən

appreciation

рост стоимости

Meaning

An increase in the value of an asset over time.

Example

Real estate properties often experience appreciation over time.

Недвижимость часто испытывает рост стоимости со временем.

B2 noun /kæf/

Calf

теленок

Meaning

a young cow or bull; young of various large mammals

Example

The calf stayed close to its mother.

Теленок остался рядом с матерью.

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈloʊd/

overload

перегружать

Meaning

to load with too much weight or cargo; to give too much work or information

Example

Don't overload the washing machine or it might break down.

Не перегружайте стиральную машину, иначе она может сломаться.

B2 noun /dʒem/

Gem

драгоценный камень

Meaning

a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved; something prized for its beauty or worth

Example

The antique necklace featured a rare sapphire gem surrounded by diamonds.

Антикварное ожерелье содержало редкий сапфировый драгоценный камень, окружённый алмазами.

B2 noun /ˈtɜːnˌəʊvə/

turnover

оборот

Meaning

the amount of business conducted during a particular period, or the rate at which employees leave a company

Example

The company reported a high turnover in its sales department.

Компания сообщила о высоком обороте в своем отделе продаж.

B2 noun /ˈbriː.ðɪŋ tɛkˌniːks/

breathing techniques

дыхательные техники

Meaning

Methods of controlling breathing to achieve relaxation and improve health.

Example

Breathing techniques help in reducing stress and anxiety.

Дыхательные техники помогают снизить стресс и тревогу.

B2 noun /ʌnˈsɜːrtənti/

Uncertainty

неопределенность; сомнение или отсутствие уверенности

Meaning

the state of being uncertain; doubt or lack of sureness

Example

The uncertainty about the weather delayed our trip.

Неопределенность о погоде задержала нашу поездку.

B2 adjective /njuːˈtrɪʃ.əs/

Nutritious

питательный

Meaning

containing substances that help the body grow and stay healthy; nourishing

Example

Eating nutritious food helps maintain good health.

Питательная пища помогает поддерживать хорошее здоровье.

B2 noun /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

Allegation

обвинение

Meaning

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal

Example

The allegation against him was proven false.

Обвинение против него было опровергнуто.