B2 noun /ˈfɪks.tʃər/

fixture

постоянный объект, установленное оборудование

Meaning

a permanent or fixed object, often in a house or building

Example

The bathroom fixture was installed yesterday.

Сантехническое оборудование было установлено вчера.

C1 noun /taɪˈpɒɡrəfi/

typography

типография

Meaning

the art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible and visually appealing

Example

Good typography improves the readability of a website.

Хорошая типография улучшает читаемость веб-сайта.

C1 noun /ˈtɜːrmɪnəs/

terminus

конечная станция

Meaning

the final point or end of something, especially the final station on a railway line

Example

The train finally arrived at the terminus after a long journey.

Поезд наконец-то приехал на конечную станцию после долгого путешествия.

C1 adjective /ˈnæv.ɪ.ɡə.bəl/

Navigable

проходимый

Meaning

suitable for ships or boats to travel on; able to be navigated

Example

The river is navigable for small boats during the rainy season.

Река проходима для маленьких лодок в сезон дождей.

B2 adjective /ɪsˈlɑːmɪk/

islamic

исламский

Meaning

relating to Islam, its followers, or its teachings

Example

The city has many Islamic cultural centers.

В городе много исламских культурных центров.

A2 verb /fərˈɡɪv/

forgive

простить

Meaning

to stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone; to pardon

Example

She decided to forgive him for his mistakes.

Она решила простить его за его ошибки.

C2 noun /ˈfriːˌmeɪsən/

freemason

франкмасон член

Meaning

A member of an international fraternity known as Freemasonry, focused on moral and spiritual values.

Example

His grandfather was a respected freemason in the community.

Его дедушка был уважаемым франкмасоном в сообществе.

B2 noun ˈnætʃərəl ˈhæbɪtæt

Natural Habitat

естественная среда обитания

Meaning

The natural environment where organisms live and fulfill their life needs.

Example

Protecting the natural habitat is crucial for butterflies.

Защита естественной среды обитания критически важна для бабочек.

C1 noun /ˈæd.vənt/

advent

пришествие

Meaning

The arrival of a notable person, thing, or event.

Example

The advent of the internet changed the way people communicate.

Пришествие интернета изменило способ общения людей.

B2 adjective /æʃ ˈkʌl.ər/

Ash-colour

пепельный цвет

Meaning

a grayish color resembling ash

Example

The old building had ash-colour walls that needed painting.

Старое здание имело пепельные стены, которые нужно было покрасить.

C2 noun /ˈɛskwaɪər/

esquire

Эсквайр

Meaning

A title of respect often used after a man's name, especially for lawyers in the United States.

Example

John Smith, Esquire, will be representing the client in court.

Джон Смит, Эсквайр, будет представлять клиента в суде.

A2 adjective /ˈpaʊə.fəl/

powerful

могущественный

Meaning

Having great power or strength.

Example

The James Webb Telescope is the most powerful space observatory.

Телескоп Джеймса Уэбба — самый мощный космический телескоп.

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɔːr.i.əs/

Glorious

великолепный; знаменитый;

Meaning

magnificent; famous; having great beauty or splendor

Example

The sunset was absolutely glorious.

Закат был абсолютно великолепен.

C2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl/

incombustible

негорючий

Meaning

Not capable of catching fire or burning.

Example

This material is incombustible and safe for construction.

Этот материал не воспламеняется и безопасен для строительства.

C2 noun /boʊ/

beau

возлюбленный

Meaning

a male admirer or boyfriend; a fashionable young man

Example

She arrived at the party with her beau.

Она пришла на вечеринку со своим возлюбленным.

A2 noun, pronoun, verb /maɪn/

mine

шахта / мой

Meaning

a place where minerals are dug from the ground; or something belonging to me

Example

The workers went deep into the mine to extract coal.

Работники пошли глубоко в шахту, чтобы добыть уголь.

C2 noun /ˌɔːrnɪˈθɒlədʒɪst/

ornithologist

орнитолог

Meaning

a scientist who studies birds

Example

The ornithologist spent years studying migratory birds.

Орнитолог провел годы, изучая мигрирующих птиц.

B2 noun /ˈfʊtɪdʒ/

footage

видеозапись

Meaning

a recorded film or video, especially one that is used for news or documentaries

Example

The footage of the protest was shown on television all day.

Записи протестов показывали по телевизору весь день.

C2 noun /ˈɪrˌʃɑːt/

earshot

диапазон слуха

Meaning

the range or distance within which a sound can be heard

Example

The children whispered secrets out of earshot of their parents.

Дети шептали секреты вне зоны слышимости их родителей.

B2 noun /kənˈvɛn.ʃən.əl ˈfɑːr.mɪŋ/

conventional farming

конвенциональное сельское хозяйство

Meaning

Traditional farming method using synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and modern technology.

Example

Conventional farming increases crop production using fertilizers.

Конвенциональное сельское хозяйство увеличивает производство урожая с использованием удобрений.

A2 noun/verb /bəˈluːn/

balloon

шарик

Meaning

A small bag made of thin rubber or similar material that can be inflated with air or gas; as a verb, to expand rapidly.

Example

The children played with a red balloon at the party.

Дети играли с красным баллоном на вечеринке.

A1 noun neɪmz

Names

имя

Meaning

A word or set of words by which a person or thing is known.

Example

Names of family members are written on the family tree.

Имена членов семьи написаны на генеалогическом дереве.

A2 noun/adjective /meɪl/

male

мужской

Meaning

a man or boy; relating to men or boys

Example

The school has more male teachers than female teachers.

В школе больше мужчин-преподавателей, чем женщин-преподавателей.

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 /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.

C2 verb /dɪˈkænt/

decant

дека́нтировать

Meaning

To pour liquid gently from one container into another, especially without disturbing the sediment.

Example

She carefully decanted the wine into a clean glass.

Она осторожно наливала вино в чистый стакан.

C1 verb, noun /mjuːz/

muse

Meaning

to think deeply about something; a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or writer

Example

She sat by the window to muse about her future.

C2 verb /ˈɪməleɪt/

immolate

жертвовать огнем

Meaning

To kill or sacrifice, especially by burning.

Example

The protesters threatened to immolate themselves in front of the building.

Протестующие угрожали себя сжечь перед зданием.

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 verb /spɛl/

spell

произносить по буквам

Meaning

to write or name the letters of a word in order; to mean or result in something

Example

Can you spell your name for me?

Можешь произнести по буквам свое имя для меня?

A2 noun /ɪˈfekt/

Effect

эффект; результат; последствия

Meaning

a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause

Example

The new medicine had a positive effect on the patient's recovery.

Новое лекарство оказало положительный эффект на восстановление пациента.

C2 adjective /ˈsʌb.æs.ɪd/

subacid

слегка кислый

Meaning

Slightly sour or acidic in taste or nature.

Example

The fruit had a subacid flavor that was refreshing on a hot day.

Фрукт имел слегка кислый вкус, который был освежающим в жаркий день.

A2 preposition /bɪˈsaɪd/

beside

рядом с

Meaning

next to or at the side of someone or something

Example

She sat beside her best friend during the ceremony.

Она сидела рядом со своей лучшей подругой во время церемонии.

C1 verb /rɪˈlɛnt/

relent

уступать, становиться мягче

Meaning

to become less severe, harsh, or strict

Example

After hours of begging, she finally relented.

После часов мольбы она наконец уступила.

A2 adjective /ˈtaɪ.di/

Tidy

аккуратный; чистый

Meaning

arranged neatly and in order; clean and organized

Example

She keeps her room very tidy and organized.

Она держит свою комнату очень аккуратно и чисто.

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.

A2 noun ˈsaɪəns

science

наука

Meaning

The intellectual and practical activity encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behaviour of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment.

Example

Science continues to explore the unknown.

Наука продолжает исследовать неизведанное.

C1 noun /dɪˈfɔː.mə.ti/

Deformity

деформация; физическая деформация

Meaning

a distorted or unnatural shape or form; physical malformation

Example

The accident caused a permanent deformity in his left hand.

Авария вызвала постоянную деформацию в его левой руке.

C1 adjective /ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/

metaphorical

метафорический

Meaning

Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

Example

He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions.

Он использовал метафорический язык, чтобы описать свои эмоции.

B1 noun /ˈɡræn(d)ˌdɔːtər/

granddaughter

внучка

Meaning

the daughter of one’s son or daughter

Example

Her granddaughter visits her every weekend.

Её внучка навещает её каждые выходные.

C2 noun /ˈfɔːrˌpiːk/

forepeak

передняя каюта

Meaning

The compartment in the forward part of a ship, often used for storage.

Example

The sailors stored extra ropes in the forepeak.

Моряки сложили лишние веревки в переднюю каюту.

B2 noun /ˈfaʊn.dər/

Founder

основатель

Meaning

a person who establishes an institution or settlement; someone who starts or creates something

Example

Steve Jobs was the co-founder of Apple Inc. and revolutionized personal computing.

Стив Джобс был соучредителем Apple Inc. и революционизировал персональные вычисления.

C2 noun /ˈɪd.i.ə.si/

Idiocy

идиотизм

Meaning

extremely stupid behavior or actions; foolishness

Example

The decision to ignore safety protocols was pure idiocy that endangered everyone.

Решение игнорировать протоколы безопасности было чистым идиотизмом, который поставил всех в опасность.

B2 adjective ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ

evolving

эволюционирующий

Meaning

Developing gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form; changing and developing.

Example

Education plays a role in evolving societal norms.

Образование играет роль в эволюции общественных норм.

C1 verb /proʊˈtrækt/

protract

продлить

Meaning

To prolong or extend in time or duration.

Example

Negotiations were protracted for several months.

Переговоры продлились несколько месяцев.

B2 noun ɪˈmɪʃ.ən

emission

эмиссия

Meaning

The release or discharge of gases, particles, or other substances into the environment.

Example

Car manufacturers are reducing carbon emissions.

Автопроизводители сокращают выбросы углерода.

A2 adjective /ˈdɜː.ti/

Dirty

грязный; запачканный; неприятный; морально испорченный

Meaning

not clean; covered with dirt; unpleasant; morally corrupt

Example

The kitchen was dirty after cooking.

Кухня была грязной после готовки.

C1 verb ˌsɝː.kəmˈvent

circumvent

хитро обойти или найти способ преодолеть препятствия или правила

Meaning

To cleverly avoid or find a way around obstacles or rules.

Example

He tried to circumvent the security system.

Он пытался обойти систему безопасности.

C2 adjective /ˈʌndjʊləs/

undulous

волнистый

Meaning

Having a wavy surface or form.

Example

The artist painted the undulous sea at sunset.

Художник нарисовал волнистое море на закате.

C2 noun /oʊf/

Oaf

неуклюжий, глупый или бесчувственный человек

Meaning

a clumsy, stupid, or insensitive person

Example

Don't be such an oaf - handle the dishes carefully!

Не будь таким офом – аккуратно моешь посуду!

C1 adjective; noun /ɪˈmɔːrtl/

immortal

бессмертный

Meaning

living forever; never dying; lasting forever in fame or memory

Example

Legends often describe heroes as immortal beings who never die.

Легенды описывают героев как бессмертных.

C1 verb /ˈkætəˌlaɪz/

catalyze

катализировать

Meaning

To cause or accelerate a reaction or change.

Example

The new law catalyzed reforms across the sector.

Новый закон ускорил реформы в секторе.

A2 noun/adjective /ˈmɪdəl/

middle

середина

Meaning

the central point, position, or part of something

Example

The park is in the middle of the city.

Парк находится в центре города.

C1 noun /ˈleɪˌpɜːrsən/

layperson

непрофессионал

Meaning

A person who is not a member of the clergy or does not have specialized knowledge in a subject.

Example

The judge explained the law so that the layperson could understand.

Судья объяснил закон так, чтобы непрофессионал мог его понять.

C2 noun ˈpær.ə.ɡən

paragon

образец

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence.

Example

Neom is a paragon of sustainable urban design.

Неом — это образец устойчивого городского дизайна.

C1 adjective /ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk/

Idealistic

идеалистичный

Meaning

pursuing high principles or ideals; unrealistically optimistic

Example

She has an idealistic view of changing the world.

У неё идеалистическое представление о том, как изменить мир.

A2 verb /ʃeɪk/

shake

трясти

Meaning

to move quickly back and forth; to tremble

Example

The earthquake made the building shake.

Землетрясение заставило здание трястись.

C1 noun /səˈlaɪ.və/

Saliva

слюна

Meaning

the watery liquid secreted into the mouth by glands

Example

The dentist asked her to rinse the saliva from her mouth.

Стоматолог попросил её прополоскать слюну во рту.

B1 noun /ˈwɜːrkpleɪs/

workplace

рабочее место

Meaning

a place where people work, such as an office, factory, or shop

Example

Maintaining good communication is vital in the workplace.

Поддержание хорошей коммуникации на рабочем месте жизненно важно.

C1 /ˈɡrævəl/

gravel

гравий

Meaning

Small stones and pebbles, often mixed with sand, used for paths, roads, and construction.

Example

The driveway was covered with gravel.

Подъезд был покрыт гравием.

C2 noun /sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/

sarcophagus

каменный гроб

Meaning

A stone coffin, often decorated, used in ancient times.

Example

The museum displayed a beautifully carved sarcophagus from ancient Egypt.

Музей выставил красиво вырезанный каменный гроб из Древнего Египта.

B2 noun /ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si/

Literacy

грамотность

Meaning

the ability to read and write; competence or knowledge in a specified area

Example

Adult literacy programs help people learn to read.

Программы по обучению грамотности помогают людям научиться читать.

C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːrdənət/

inordinate

чрезмерный

Meaning

Excessive or unusually large in degree.

Example

She spent an inordinate amount of time on her phone.

Она потратила чрезмерное количество времени на своем телефоне.

C1 noun /voʊɡ/

vogue

мода

Meaning

the prevailing fashion, style, or trend at a particular time

Example

Minimalist design is currently in vogue.

Минималистичный дизайн в настоящее время в моде.

C2 adjective /ˌpɑːrsɪˈmoʊniəs/

parsimonious

скупой

Meaning

unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy

Example

The company was too parsimonious to invest in better equipment.

Компания была слишком скупой, чтобы инвестировать в лучшее оборудование.

C2 adjective /ˈbɔːlki/

balky

упрямый

Meaning

difficult, uncooperative, or stubborn

Example

The balky printer refused to work when needed most.

Упрямый принтер отказался работать, когда он был наиболее необходим.

C1 verb /dɪˈfaɪl/

defile

осквернять

Meaning

to pollute, corrupt, or make dirty

Example

The river was defiled by industrial waste.

Река была осквернена промышленными отходами.

C2 noun /pʌntʃ ˈfoʊrən/

Panch Phoron

панч форон

Meaning

a Bengali spice blend containing five whole spices: cumin, fennel, fenugreek, nigella, and mustard seeds

Example

The aroma filled the kitchen when she heated panch phoron in oil.

Аромат наполнил кухню, когда она нагрела панч форон в масле.

C2 adjective /ˌhæfˈbeɪkt/

half-baked

недоделанный

Meaning

poorly thought out or badly planned

Example

The manager quickly rejected his half-baked proposal.

Менеджер быстро отклонил его недоделанное предложение.

C2 noun /ɛnˈkoʊmiəm/

encomium

похвала

Meaning

A speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly.

Example

He delivered an encomium to his retiring teacher.

Он произнес похвалу своему уходящему учителю.

C1 verb /fɔːrˈʃædoʊ/

foreshadow

предвещать

Meaning

To indicate or suggest something that will happen in the future

Example

Dark clouds foreshadowed an approaching storm.

Тёмные облака предвещали приближающуюся бурю.

C1 verb /dɪsˈsætɪsfaɪ/

dissatisfy

разочаровывать

Meaning

to fail to please or meet expectations; to make someone unhappy

Example

The poor service dissatisfies many customers.

Плохое обслуживание не устраивает многих клиентов.

B1 noun, adjective, gerund /ˈæk.tɪŋ/

acting

актёрская игра

Meaning

the art or profession of performing in plays, films, or television; temporary performance of duties; the process of performing an action

Example

She is studying acting to become a professional actress.

Она изучает актёрское мастерство, чтобы стать профессиональной актрисой.

C2 adjective /səˈɡeɪ.ʃəs/

sagacious

мудрый

Meaning

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

Example

His sagacious leadership saved the company from failure.

Его мудрое руководство спасло компанию от провала.

B1 verb /ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

register

регистрировать

Meaning

To enter or record officially on a list or in a book.

Example

You must register for the conference before the deadline.

Вы должны зарегистрироваться для конференции до окончания срока.

B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərəl

structural

структурный

Meaning

Relating to or forming part of a structure.

Example

The structural integrity of the bridge was tested after the storm.

Структурная целостность моста была проверена после шторма.

C1 noun /məˈræŋ/

meringue

меренга (десертный топпинг)

Meaning

A light dessert topping made from whipped egg whites and sugar.

Example

She decorated the pie with a fluffy meringue topping.

Она украсила пирог воздушным меренговым слоем.

C1 noun /ænˈtɪθəsɪs/

antithesis

антитеза

Meaning

A person, thing, or idea that is the direct opposite of another; a rhetorical device contrasting opposing ideas in parallel structure.

Example

Love is the antithesis of hate.

Любовь - это антитеза ненависти.

A2 adverb, conjunction /haʊˈɛvər/

however

однако

Meaning

used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something previously said

Example

The journey was long; however, it was enjoyable.

Путешествие было долгим; однако оно было приятным.

B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

индекс

Meaning

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

Example

An index organizes critical data.

Индекс организует важные данные.

B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

стратегии

Meaning

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

Example

Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.

Эффективные стратегии могут смягчить последствия изменения климата.

A1 noun /ɡeɪm/

game

игра

Meaning

An activity or sport played for amusement, competition, or skill.

Example

They played a football game in the afternoon.

Они сыграли в футбол после обеда.

B2 noun ˈəʊnəʃɪp

ownership

владение

Meaning

The act, state, or right of possessing something; legal title to something.

Example

Ownership of resources was crucial.

Владение ресурсами было решающим.

B2 adjective dʒəˈnet.ɪk

genetic

генетический

Meaning

Relating to genes or heredity; concerning the transmission of inherited characteristics.

Example

Genetic traits influence physical characteristics.

Генетические признаки влияют на физические характеристики.

C1 noun /ˈɛksɜːrpt/

excerpt

отрывок

Meaning

A short portion taken from a text, film, or piece of music.

Example

The teacher read an excerpt from the novel.

Учитель прочитал отрывок из романа.

C1 noun ɪnˈflɛk.ʃən

inflection

интонация

Meaning

The change in pitch or tone of voice when speaking for emphasis.

Example

His inflection kept the audience engaged.

Его интонация удерживала внимание аудитории.

C2 noun /ˈpɔːpərɪzəm/

pauperism

бедность

Meaning

The state of being extremely poor.

Example

The country struggled with rising pauperism in the 19th century.

Страна боролась с растущей бедностью в XIX веке.

C1 noun /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.əns/

Indifference

индифференция; безразличие; апатия

Meaning

lack of interest, concern, or sympathy; the state of not caring about something

Example

His indifference to his studies resulted in poor grades throughout the semester.

Его безразличие к учебе привело к плохим оценкам на протяжении всего семестра.

B2 noun /fleɪm/

Flame

пламя

Meaning

a hot glowing body of ignited gas that is generated by something on fire

Example

The candle flame flickered gently in the evening breeze.

Огонь свечи мерцал тихо в вечернем ветерке.

B1 noun/verb /ˌɡærənˈtiː/

guarantee

гарантия

Meaning

a formal promise or assurance, especially about the quality or durability of a product

Example

The company guarantees a refund if the product is faulty.

Компания гарантирует возврат денег, если продукт неисправен.

C2 adjective /ˌɪnkoʊˈɜːrsəbl̩/

incoercible

непокорный

Meaning

Not capable of being forced, compelled, or restrained.

Example

Her incoercible spirit inspired others to fight for justice.

Её непокорный дух вдохновил других бороться за справедливость.

C2 noun /ˌmjuːlˈtɪər/

muleteer

вьючный конюх

Meaning

a person who drives or takes care of mules

Example

The muleteer guided the animals safely across the mountain path.

Вьючный конюх проводил животных по безопасному горному пути.

A1 adverb /təˈnaɪt/

Tonight

сегодня вечером

Meaning

during the night of today; this evening

Example

Tonight we are going to watch a movie.

Сегодня вечером мы будем смотреть фильм.

C1 noun /ˈhɪr.seɪ/

Hearsay

слух

Meaning

information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor

Example

The accusations were based on hearsay rather than concrete evidence or eyewitness testimony.

Обвинения основывались на слухах, а не на конкретных доказательствах или свидетельских показаниях.

B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

остановить, киоск

Meaning

to stop or cause to stop temporarily; a small shop or stand

Example

The car stalled on the way to the office.

Машина остановилась по пути в офис.

C1 adjective /ˌpriːˈmɛdɪˌteɪtɪd/

premeditated

преднамеренный

Meaning

planned in advance; done deliberately

Example

The crime was clearly premeditated.

Преступление было явно спланировано заранее.

B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

умело

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

Она умело нарисовала портрет за два часа.

B1 verb pres

press

нажать. давить.

Meaning

Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's finger or hand, in order to move them away from oneself.

Example

Press firmly to operate the machine.

Нажмите сильно, чтобы запустить машину.

B2 verb /əˈsɜːrt/

assert

утверждать

Meaning

to state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully; to insist upon rights or claims

Example

She decided to assert her authority in the meeting.

она решила утвердить свою власть на собрании.

C1 verb pɚˈpɛtʃ.u.eɪt

perpetuate

поддерживать что-то в непрерывной работе или сохранять это долгое время

Meaning

To keep something continuously running or maintain it for a long time.

Example

The media can sometimes perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

Медиа иногда могут увековечивать вредные стереотипы.

B2 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

спекуляция

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

Спекуляции на фондовом рынке могут привести к высокой волатильности.

C2 noun /ˈfɪl.ə.dʒɪ.nɪst/

philogynist

человек, который любит или восхищается женщинами

Meaning

a person who loves or admires women

Example

As a known philogynist, he advocated for women's education.

Как известный филоджиніст, он выступал за образование женщин.

C2 verb /kənˈdjuːs/

conduce

способствовать

Meaning

To help bring about a particular result; to contribute to something.

Example

Regular exercise conduces to better health.

Регулярные упражнения способствуют лучшему здоровью.

C1 noun /ˈvɜː.tɪ.kəl ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/

vertical farming

вертикальное земледелие

Meaning

The practice of growing crops in vertically stacked layers, often incorporating controlled-environment agriculture.

Example

Vertical farming ensures maximum space utilization in urban areas.

Вертикальное сельское хозяйство обеспечивает максимальное использование пространства в городских районах.

C1 noun /ˌdɪstɪˈleɪʃən/

distillation

дистилляция

Meaning

The process of purifying a liquid by heating and cooling; the extraction of the essential meaning.

Example

Distillation is commonly used to produce alcoholic beverages.

Дистилляция часто используется для производства алкогольных напитков.

C1 noun /vəˈnɪər/

veneer

счастье

Meaning

A thin decorative covering of fine wood applied to a coarser wood or other material; a superficially attractive appearance.

Example

The table was covered with a thin veneer of mahogany.

Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 adjective /rɪˈzɪl.i.ənt/

resilient

упругий

Meaning

Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Example

Resilient materials ensure durability.

Резистентные материалы обеспечивают долговечность.

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.stəns/

Substance

вещество

Meaning

a particular kind of matter with uniform properties; the essential nature of something; material or content

Example

The scientist analyzed the unknown substance in the laboratory.

Учёный анализировал неизвестное вещество в лаборатории.

B2 verb /ɪnˈteɪl/

entail

Meaning

to involve something as a necessary or inevitable part or consequence

Example

The job will entail a lot of travel across the country.

C1 noun /bɪˈtreɪər/

Betrayer

предатель; изменник

Meaning

a person who betrays someone or something; one who is disloyal

Example

The betrayer was exposed and faced severe consequences.

Предатель был разоблачен и столкнулся с серьезными последствиями.

C1 noun /ˈiː.zi tʃeər/

Easy-chair

кресло

Meaning

a comfortable chair with arms and a back that reclines

Example

He relaxed in his favorite easy-chair after work.

После работы он расслабился в своем любимом кресле.

A2 verb /ɪkˈspres/

express

выражать

Meaning

to show or make known a feeling, thought, or opinion

Example

She expressed her gratitude for the help she received.

Она выразила свою благодарность за полученную помощь.

B1 noun /ˈpɑː.vər.t̬i/

Poverty

нищета; нехватка основных потребностей

Meaning

the state of being extremely poor; lack of basic necessities

Example

Many organizations work to reduce poverty around the world.

Множество организаций работают над сокращением нищеты по всему миру.

A1 noun /ˈbaɪ.sɪ.kəl/

Bicycle

велосипед

Meaning

A vehicle with two wheels that you pedal to make it move

Example

She rides her bicycle to work every day.

Она ездит на своем велосипеде на работу каждый день.

C2 noun /ˌdɛkəˈsɪləbəl/

decasyllable

декасиллаб

Meaning

A line of verse with ten syllables.

Example

The poet often wrote in decasyllable form.

Поэт часто писал в декосиллабической форме.

C1 noun

Kin

семья; родственники;

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.

C1 noun /noʊˈteɪʃən/

notation

нотация

Meaning

A system of symbols or signs used to represent information, especially in mathematics or music.

Example

The teacher explained the notation used in the algebra equations.

Учитель объяснил нотацию, использованную в алгебраических уравнениях.

B2 noun, verb /ˈɑːrkaɪv/

dispute

спор, разногласие

Meaning

a disagreement or argument about something important

Example

The two countries are in dispute over the border issue.

Две страны находятся в споре по поводу вопроса границы.

C1 verb /ɪnˈfjuːz/

infuse

внушать

Meaning

to fill or spread through something; to instill a quality, idea, or feeling

Example

The teacher tried to infuse her students with a love for reading.

Учитель пытался привить своим ученикам любовь к чтению.