B1 noun
Kindness
доброта; доброжелательность; милосердие
C2 noun /ˈkɪŋɡlɪŋ/
kingling
младший король
Meaning
A minor or petty king; a ruler of small importance.
Example
The kingling demanded respect from his people despite his small realm.
Младший король требовал уважения от своих людей, несмотря на своё маленькое царство.
C2 noun /kəˈdʌm.bə/
Kadamba
кадамба
Meaning
A tropical tree with round, fragrant orange flowers, sacred in Hindu culture and associated with Lord Krishna
Example
The kadamba tree is mentioned frequently in ancient Indian poetry.
Дерево кадамба часто упоминается в древней индийской поэзии.
A2 noun /kaɪt/
Kite
стервятник
Meaning
a bird of prey with long wings and a forked tail; also a toy flown in the air
Example
The kite soared high above the fields looking for prey.
Воздушный змей взмыл высоко над полями в поисках добычи.
B2 noun /ˈkiːɒsk/
kiosk
киоск
Meaning
A small, open-fronted hut or cubicle from which newspapers, refreshments, tickets, etc., are sold.
Example
She bought a bottle of water from the kiosk near the station.
Она купила бутылку воды в киоске рядом со станцией.
B2 verb /ˈkɪdnæp/
kidnap
похищать
Meaning
to take someone away illegally by force
Example
The criminals kidnapped the wealthy businessman.
Преступники похитили богатого бизнесмена.
B1 noun /kɪt/
kit
набор инструментов
Meaning
a set of tools, equipment, or materials used for a particular purpose
Example
He bought a first aid kit for emergencies.
Он купил аптечку первой помощи для экстренных ситуаций.
C2 verb /ˌkaʊˈtaʊ/
kowtow
действовать чрезмерно покорно
Meaning
To act in an excessively subservient or obedient manner.
Example
He refused to kowtow to the unreasonable demands.
Он отказался подчиняться неразумным требованиям.
C2 noun
Kinsfolk
семья, родственники
C1 noun
Kin
семья; родственники;
C1 noun /ˈkiːpˌseɪk/
keepsake
сувенир
Meaning
An object kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event.
Example
She gave me a small locket as a keepsake of our friendship.
Она подарила мне маленький медальон как память о нашей дружбе.
C1 adjective /ˈnæk.ərd/
Knackered
крайне усталый; измотанный
Meaning
extremely tired; exhausted
Example
I'm absolutely knackered after working all day.
Я абсолютно вымотан после работы весь день.
C1 noun /ˈkærət/
karat
карат
Meaning
A unit for measuring the purity of gold, with 24 karats being pure gold.
Example
The ring was made of 18-karat gold.
Кольцо было сделано из золота 18 карат.
B2 verb /nɪt/
knit
вязать
Meaning
To make clothes or fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles.
Example
She loves to knit scarves for her friends during the winter.
Она любит вязать шарфы для своих друзей зимой.
C2 noun /ˈnɪk.næk/
knickknack
счастье
Meaning
A small decorative object, especially in a house.
Example
The shelf was full of little knickknacks collected from their travels.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
A2 adjective /noʊn/
known
известный
Meaning
recognized or familiar; something that is identified or acknowledged
Example
He is a well-known actor in the country.
Он известный актер в стране.
A2 noun /ˈkiːbɔːrd/
keyboard
клавиатура
Meaning
a set of keys used to operate a computer, typewriter, or similar device for inputting text and commands
Example
She typed the report quickly on her keyboard.
Она быстро напечатала отчёт на клавиатуре.
B2 adjective /ˈnɑː.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/
Knowledgeable
осведомлённый; образованный; знающий
Meaning
having extensive knowledge; well-informed; educated
Example
She is very knowledgeable about ancient history.
Она очень осведомлена об истории древности.
A2 noun /ˈkɪndərˌɡɑːrtn/
kindergarten
детский сад
Meaning
a school or class for young children, typically between the ages of four and six
Example
She enrolled her child in kindergarten to prepare for elementary school.
Она записала своего ребенка в детский сад, чтобы подготовиться к начальной школе.
C2 adjective /ˈnɒti/
knotty
сложный
Meaning
Complicated, difficult to solve or full of knots.
Example
He faced a knotty legal issue.
Он столкнулся с сложной юридической проблемой.
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.
C2 noun /nɛl/
knell
похоронный звон
Meaning
The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or funeral; a signal of the end or failure of something.
Example
The knell of the church bell echoed through the valley at dusk.
Похоронный звон церкви отразился в долине на закате.
A2 noun /naɪf/
Knife
нож
Meaning
a cutting instrument with a sharp blade
Example
She used a sharp knife to cut the vegetables for dinner.
Она использовала острый нож, чтобы нарезать овощи для ужина.
C2 noun /ˈkɪldʒɔɪ/
killjoy
зануда
Meaning
a person who spoils the fun or enjoyment of others
Example
Don’t be a killjoy at the party.
Не будь занудой на вечеринке.
C1 noun ˈkiː.stəʊn ˈspiː.ʃiːz
keystone species
ключевой вид
Meaning
A species on which other species in an ecosystem largely depend, such that if it were removed the ecosystem would change drastically.
Example
Wolves are a keystone species that regulate prey populations.
Волки — это ключевой вид, который регулирует популяцию добычи.
A2 noun /ˈket.əl/
Kettle
чайник
Meaning
a container used for boiling water, typically with a lid, spout, and handle
Example
The electric kettle whistled when the water reached boiling point.
Электрический чайник засвистел, когда вода достигла точки кипения.
C1 noun /kəˈlaɪdəˌskoʊp/
kaleidoscope
калейдоскоп
Meaning
A toy or instrument with mirrors and colored pieces that create changing patterns when rotated; also used metaphorically for a constantly changing sequence of patterns or elements.
Example
The city lights turned into a kaleidoscope of colors as the festival began.
Огни города превратились в калейдоскоп цветов, когда начался фестиваль.
A2 adjective /kəˈriːən/
korean
корейский
Meaning
relating to Korea, its people, language, or culture
Example
We went to a Korean restaurant for dinner.
Мы пошли в корейский ресторан на ужин.
C2 noun /kɪθ/
kith
друзья
Meaning
Friends, acquaintances, and relations.
Example
He invited all his kith and kin to the wedding.
Он пригласил всех своих друзей и родственников на свадьбу.
A2 noun /ˈketʃ.ʌp/
Ketch-up
томатный соус
Meaning
a thick sauce made chiefly from tomatoes, vinegar, and spices
Example
She squeezed some ketchup on her french fries before eating them.
Она выжала немного кетчупа на свои картошки фри перед тем, как их съесть.
B1 noun /ˈkiː.wi/
Kiwi
киви
Meaning
a small brown fruit with green flesh and black seeds; a flightless bird from New Zealand
Example
I love eating fresh kiwi for breakfast.
Я люблю есть свежий киви на завтрак.
A2 verb /kɪl/
kill
убивать
Meaning
to cause the death of; to end life
Example
The hunter killed the deer.
Охотник убил оленя.
C2 noun /ˈkɜːrtʃɪf/
kerchief
платок
Meaning
a piece of cloth worn around the head or neck
Example
She wore a red kerchief on her head.
Она носила красный платок на голове.
A1 verb /noʊ/
know
знать
Meaning
to have information about something; to be familiar with
Example
I know the answer to this question.
Я знаю ответ на этот вопрос.
C1 noun /ˈken.əl/
Kennel
собачий вольер; учреждение для разведения или размещения собак
Meaning
a small shelter for a dog; an establishment for the breeding or boarding of dogs
Example
The dog slept comfortably in his wooden kennel in the backyard.
Собака спала удобно в своем деревянном вольере на заднем дворе.
C2 noun /ˌkiː.təʊˈdʒen.ɪ.sɪs/
ketogenesis
процесс продукции кетонов
Meaning
The metabolic process by which the liver produces ketones from fatty acids, providing an alternative energy source during low carbohydrate availability.
Example
Ketogenesis occurs during fasting or low-carb diets.
Кетогенез происходит во время голодания или низкоуглеводных диет.
C2 noun /kɪln/
kiln
печь для обжига
Meaning
a furnace or oven for burning, baking, or drying, especially one for firing pottery or bricks
Example
The potter placed the clay pots into the kiln for firing.
Гончар поставил глиняные горшки в печь для обжига.
C2 noun /ˈkɪŋʃɪp/
kingship
царствование
Meaning
The position, dignity, or authority of a king.
Example
The king’s advisors often reminded him of the responsibilities of kingship.
Советники короля часто напоминали ему о обязанностях царствования.
C2 adjective /ˈkɪŋ.ki/
Kinky
необычные сексуальные практики; вьющиеся или закрученные волосы
Meaning
having or involving unconventional sexual practices; having tight curls or bends
Example
His kinky hair made him look unique.
Его кудрявые волосы сделали его уникальным.
C1 adverb /ˈnoʊɪŋli/
knowingly
умышленно
Meaning
in a way that shows you are aware of something; intentionally
Example
She knowingly kept the secret from her friends.
Она умышленно скрыла секрет от своих друзей.
C2 noun /ˈkɪləˌliːtər/
kiloliter
килолитр
Meaning
a unit of capacity equal to 1,000 liters
Example
The tank can hold up to three kiloliters of water.
Бак может содержать до трех килолитров воды.
A2 verb /kɪd/
kid
шутить
Meaning
to joke or tease; to speak in a playful manner
Example
I'm just kidding with you.
Я просто шучу с тобой.
C1 noun /ˈnaɪt.hʊd/
knighthood
рыцарство
Meaning
The rank or dignity of a knight, or the ceremony of conferring knighthood.
Example
He was honored with knighthood for his contributions to science.
Он был удостоен рыцарства за его вклад в науку.
C1 noun /ˈkuːdɒs/
kudos
похвала
Meaning
Praise and honor received for an achievement.
Example
She received kudos for her excellent performance.
Она получила похвалу за свое отличное выступление.
B2 noun /nɒt/
Knot
узел
Meaning
a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or something similar; a hard mass in wood
Example
The sailor tied a secure knot to anchor the boat safely.
Моряк завязал крепкий узел, чтобы надежно закрепить лодку.
B2 adjective /ˈnoʊ.ɪŋ/
Knowing
знание; проницательность; хитрый;
Meaning
showing awareness or understanding; perceptive; shrewd
Example
She gave him a knowing smile when he mentioned the secret.
Она дала ему знающую улыбку, когда он упомянул секрет.
C1 noun /næk/
knack
умение
Meaning
a natural skill or ability; a special talent for doing something easily
Example
She has a knack for making people feel comfortable.
У нее есть умение заставить людей чувствовать себя комфортно.
B1 noun /ˈkɪləɡræm/
kilogram
килограмм
Meaning
the base unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams
Example
The bag of rice weighs five kilograms.
Мешок риса весит пять килограммов.
A2 noun /nɒk/
Knock
удар; стук
Meaning
a sudden sharp blow; the sound of striking something
Example
There was a loud knock at the door late at night.
Поздно ночью был громкий стук в дверь.
A2 noun /ˌkæŋ.ɡəˈruː/
Kangaroo
кенгуру
Meaning
a large marsupial from Australia that moves by hopping on its strong hind legs
Example
The kangaroo jumped high with its joey in its pouch.
Кенгуру прыгнуло высоко с детёнышем в сумке.
C1 noun, adjective /ˈkɪndrəd/
kindred
счастье
Meaning
A person's relatives or family; similar in nature or character.
Example
They discovered kindred spirits in each other.
Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.
A1 adjective /kaɪnd/
Kind
добрый; заботливый
Meaning
gentle; caring; compassionate; showing sympathy
Example
He is a kind person who always helps others.
Он добрый человек, который всегда помогает другим.
C1 verb /niːd/
knead
месить
Meaning
to work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching
Example
She kneads the dough until it becomes smooth.
Она месит тесто, пока оно не станет гладким.
B2 noun /ˈkɪlɪŋ/
killing
убийство
Meaning
the act of causing death, especially deliberately
Example
The movie depicts the brutal killing of the villagers.
Фильм показывает жестокое убийство деревенских жителей.
B1 noun; gerund /ˈnɪtɪŋ/
knitting
вязание
Meaning
the craft or activity of making fabric by interlocking loops of yarn with needles; the act of forming something closely or firmly together
Example
She spends her evenings knitting scarves for her family.
Она по вечерам занимается вязанием для своей семьи.
B1 noun /naɪt/
Knight
рыцарь; средневековый воин
Meaning
a man given a rank of honor by a British king or queen; a medieval warrior on horseback
Example
The brave knight rescued the princess from the dragon's castle.
Храбрый рыцарь спас принцессу из замка дракона.
B1 adjective /kiːn/
Keen
острый; интенсивный; страстный
Meaning
sharp; acute; intense; eager
Example
She has a keen interest in science.
У неё сильный интерес к науке.
B2 verb /niːl/
kneel
встать на колени
Meaning
to go down on one's knees; to rest on the knees
Example
The knight knelt before the king.
Рыцарь преклонился перед королем.
A2 noun /ˈkɪt.ən/
Kitten
котёнок
Meaning
a young cat
Example
The little kitten loves to play with yarn balls.
Маленький котёнок любит играть с клубками пряжи.
C1 verb /ˈkɪndəl/
kindle
разжигать
Meaning
to light a fire; to arouse or inspire
Example
She kindled the campfire with dry wood.
Она развела костер с сухими дровами.
C1 noun /nɒb/
Knob
круглая ручка на двери или ящике; маленький круглый переключатель на машине
Meaning
a rounded handle on a door or drawer; a small rounded switch on a machine
Example
He turned the brass knob to open the old wooden door.
Он повернул латунную ручку, чтобы открыть старую деревянную дверь.
C1 noun /ˈkɪŋ.fɪʃ.ər/
King-Fisher
рыболов
Meaning
a small bird with bright blue and orange feathers that catches fish by diving into water
Example
The colorful kingfisher dove into the pond to catch a fish.
Яркая рыболовная птица нырнула в пруд, чтобы поймать рыбу.
A2 noun /niː/
Knee
колено
Meaning
the joint connecting the thigh and the lower leg in humans
Example
He fell and scraped his knee on the pavement.
Он упал и поцарапал колено о тротуар.
B2 noun /ˈkɪdni/
Kidney
почка
Meaning
either of a pair of organs that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine
Example
Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.
Пить много воды помогает поддерживать здоровье почек.
B1 adverb; adjective /ˈkaɪndli/
kindly
доброжелательно
Meaning
in a kind or gentle manner; showing kindness or goodwill
Example
She kindly helped the old man cross the street.
Она доброжелательно помогла пожилому мужчине перейти улицу.
B2 noun /ˈker.ə.siːn/
Kerosene
керосин
Meaning
a combustible hydrocarbon liquid widely used as a fuel in lamps and heating systems
Example
The old lamp burned kerosene to provide light during power outages.
Старая лампа горела керосином, чтобы обеспечить свет во время отключений электроэнергии.
C2 adjective /ˈnaɪt.li/
Knightly
рыцарский; благородный и храбрый
Meaning
having the characteristics of a knight; chivalrous; noble and brave
Example
He showed knightly courage in defending the innocent.
Он показал рыцарское мужество, защищая невинных.
A1 noun /kiːp/
Keep
содержание; самая сильная часть замка
Meaning
food and other things necessary for living; the strongest part of a castle
Example
He worked hard to earn his keep and support his family.
Он усердно работал, чтобы заработать на свое содержание и поддержать свою семью.
C2 noun /ˈkɪzmɛt/
kismet
судьба
Meaning
Destiny or fate.
Example
Meeting her on that day felt like pure kismet.
Встретить её в тот день было как чистая судьба.
C1 noun /ˈkɜːrnəl/
kernel
ядро чего-то; съедобная часть ореха или семени
Meaning
the central, most important part of something; the edible part of a nut or seed
Example
The kernel of the argument was about fairness.
Ядро аргумента было о справедливости.
B2 adjective /ˌkaɪnd ˈhɑːrtɪd/
kind-hearted
доброжелательный
Meaning
Having a kind and generous nature; showing compassion and care for others.
Example
She is known as a kind-hearted teacher who always helps her students.
Она известна как доброжелательный учитель, который всегда помогает своим ученикам.
B1 noun /ˈkɪŋdəm/
Kingdom
царство
Meaning
a country or territory ruled by a king or queen
Example
The kingdom was known for its rich culture and traditions.
Царство было известно своей богатой культурой и традициями.
C2 noun /ˈneɪvəri/
knavery
обман
Meaning
dishonest or deceitful behavior; trickery
Example
The politician’s knavery was exposed by the media.
Обман политика был разоблачен СМИ.
C2 noun /neɪv/
Knave
недобросовестный человек; валет в игральной карте
Meaning
a dishonest person, especially a man; a playing card with a picture of a male servant
Example
The knave tried to cheat the old woman out of her savings.
Негодяй пытался обмануть старушку, чтобы забрать ее сбережения.
C2 noun /ˈkedʒ.ə.riː/
Kedgeree
кеджери
Meaning
a European dish of cooked rice, fish, and hard-boiled eggs, originally from India
Example
The breakfast menu featured traditional kedgeree with smoked haddock and eggs.
В меню завтрака было традиционное кеджери с копченым хеддоком и яйцами.
A1 noun /ˈkɪtʃən/
Kitchen
кухня
Meaning
a room or area where food is prepared and cooked
Example
The kitchen was filled with the smell of fresh bread.
Кухня была наполнена запахом свежего хлеба.
C2 noun /kəˈrɒn.də/
Karonda
каронда
Meaning
a small dark purple berry-like fruit that is sour and used in pickles
Example
Karonda is often used to make pickles and preserves.
Каронда часто используется для приготовления солений и заготовок.
C2 noun /noʊl/
Knoll
небольшой холм; курган
Meaning
a small rounded hill or mound
Example
The old oak tree stood majestically on top of the grassy knoll.
Старый дуб величественно стоял на вершине небольшого холма, покрытого травой.
B1 noun /kɪk/
Kick
удар ногой; пинок
Meaning
a blow or forceful thrust with the foot; a sudden strong feeling of excitement
Example
The soccer player scored a goal with a powerful kick from outside the penalty area.
Футболист забил гол с мощным ударом ногой снаружи штрафной площади.
B2 noun /ˈkiː.pər/
Keeper
страж; смотритель;
Meaning
a person whose job it is to guard or take care of something or someone; a goalkeeper
Example
The zoo keeper fed the animals every morning at eight o'clock.
Зоопарк кормил животных каждое утро в восемь часов.
A2 verb /kɪs/
Kiss
поцеловать
Meaning
to touch with the lips as a sign of affection
Example
The mother kissed her baby goodnight.
Мать поцеловала своего малыша на ночь.
B2 noun
Kitchen garden
огород у дома; сад рядом с кухней
C2 noun /kəˈbɑːdi/
kabadi
сборщик лома
Meaning
a person who collects and sells scrap or recyclable materials, especially in South Asia
Example
The kabadi came every week to collect old newspapers and bottles.
Сборщик лома собирает старый металл.
B1 noun /kɪˈlɒmɪtər/ or /ˈkɪləˌmiːtər/
kilometer
километр
Meaning
a unit of length equal to 1,000 meters
Example
The village is about five kilometers away from the town.
Деревня находится примерно в пяти километрах от города.
A2 noun /kɪŋ/
King
король
Meaning
the male ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by right of birth
Example
The king ruled the country with wisdom and fairness.
Король правил страной с мудростью и справедливостью.
C1 noun /ˈkɪləˌwɒt/
kilowatt
киловатт
Meaning
a unit of power equal to 1,000 watts
Example
The generator produces ten kilowatts of electricity.
Генератор вырабатывает десять киловатт электричества.
C2 noun /noʊl koʊl/
Knol khol
кулькхаби
Meaning
round bulbous vegetable from cabbage family with pale green color and mild taste
Example
Knol khol can be eaten raw in salads or cooked in curries.
Кулькхаби можно есть сырым в салатах или готовить в карри.
C2 noun /ˌklɛptəˈmeɪniæk/
kleptomaniac
человек с неудержимым желанием воровать
Meaning
A person with an irresistible urge to steal, typically without need or profit.
Example
The kleptomaniac was caught shoplifting again.
Клептоман был снова пойман на воровстве в магазине.
C1 adjective /kɪˈnɛtɪk/
kinetic
кинетический
Meaning
Relating to or resulting from motion.
Example
Kinetic energy increases as the object moves faster.
Кинетическая энергия увеличивается по мере того, как объект движется быстрее.
A2 noun /ˈnɒl.ɪdʒ/
knowledge
знание
Meaning
Facts, information, and skills acquired through experience or education.
Example
Knowledge of the universe is expanding through research.
Знания о вселенной расширяются через исследования.
C2 noun /kɛn/
ken
познание
Meaning
one's range of knowledge or understanding
Example
Quantum physics is beyond my ken.
Квантовая физика вне моего понимания.
B1 noun /ˈkɪlər/
killer
убийца
Meaning
A person or thing that kills.
Example
The police caught the killer last night.
Полиция поймала убийцу прошлой ночью.
C1 noun /kɪˈməʊnoʊ/
kimono
кимоно
Meaning
a traditional Japanese robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash
Example
She wore a beautiful silk kimono at the ceremony.
Она носила красивое шелковое кимоно на церемонии.