C1 noun ˌnæn.oʊ.tekˈnɒl.ə.dʒi

nanotechnology

нанотехнология

Meaning

The branch of technology that deals with dimensions and tolerances of less than 100 nanometers.

Example

Nanotechnology is advancing medical treatments.

Нанотехнология делает прорывы в медицинских исследованиях.

A2 adjective /ˈnɪəˌbaɪ/

nearby

рядом

Meaning

close to a particular place or person

Example

The nearest gas station is nearby.

Ближайшая автозаправка рядом.

B2 adverb /ˌnɒnˈstɒp/

Non-stop

без остановки; непрерывно

Meaning

continuing without stopping; without interruption

Example

The train traveled non-stop from London to Paris.

Поезд ехал без остановки из Лондона в Париж.

C1 noun njuːˈtræl.ə.ti

neutrality

нейтралитет

Meaning

The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, etc.; impartiality.

Example

Neutrality fosters trust in decision-making.

Нейтралитет способствует доверию в процессе принятия решений.

C2 noun /ˈniːəˌfaɪt/

neophyte

новичок

Meaning

A beginner or novice in a subject, skill, or belief.

Example

As a neophyte in programming, she often asked for guidance from her mentor.

Будучи новичком в программировании, она часто просила советы у своего наставника.

A2 conjunction /nɔːr/

nor

ни

Meaning

used to introduce a negative clause after a negative statement

Example

He didn't call, nor did he send a message.

Он не позвонил, ни не отправил сообщение.

A2 adjective ˈnesəseri

necessary

необходимый

Meaning

Required to be done, achieved, or present; essential.

Example

Strict regulations are necessary for maintaining order.

Строгие правила необходимы для поддержания порядка.

C2 noun /nəˈkrɒpəlɪs/

necropolis

некрополь

Meaning

a large ancient cemetery with elaborate tombs

Example

The archaeologists discovered artifacts in the necropolis of the ancient city.

Археологи обнаружили артефакты на некрополе древнего города.

C1 noun /ˈnjuːɑːns/

nuance

нюанс

Meaning

A subtle difference in shade of meaning, appearance, or sound.

Example

He noticed the subtle nuance in her expression.

Он заметил тонкий нюанс в ее выражении.

C2 noun /ˈnɑːstrəm/

nostrum

неэффективное средство

Meaning

a medicine or remedy, especially one that is not considered effective; a questionable solution

Example

The politician’s plan was dismissed as a mere nostrum for a complex problem.

План политика был отклонён как простое средство для сложной проблемы.

B1 noun /ˈnɜːrsəri/

nursery

ясли

Meaning

a room or place where young children are cared for

Example

She works in a nursery, taking care of infants.

Она работает в яслях, заботясь о младенцах.

B1 noun /nuːn/

noon

полдень

Meaning

12 o'clock in the daytime; midday

Example

The meeting will start at noon.

Встреча начнется в полдень.

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 /ˈnʌt.meg/

Nut meg

мускатный орех

Meaning

a spice made from the seed of the fruit of an evergreen tree, used in cooking and baking

Example

The recipe called for a teaspoon of ground nutmeg to flavor the custard.

Рецепт требовал чайную ложку молотого мускатного ореха для придания вкуса крему.

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnkəˈmɪtl̩/

noncommittal

Meaning

Not expressing or showing a clear opinion, decision, or commitment.

Example

She gave a noncommittal reply when asked about her future plans.

B2 noun /ˈnɛtˌwɜːkɪŋ/

networking

сетевой маркетинг

Meaning

The action of establishing connections and relationships, especially for career or business purposes.

Example

Networking is important for career development.

Сетевой маркетинг важен для карьерного роста.

B2 noun /ˌnɔːrθˈiːst/

northeast

северо-восток

Meaning

the direction between north and east; a region or area located in that direction.

Example

The storm is moving toward the northeast.

Шторм движется на северо-восток.

C2 noun /ˌnɛɡlɪˈʒeɪ/

negligee

легкий шелковый халат

Meaning

A woman's light dressing gown, often made of thin or silky material.

Example

She wore a silk negligee before going to bed.

Она носила шелковый халат перед тем, как лечь спать.

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌs/

nonplus

загнать в тупик

Meaning

To surprise and confuse someone so much that they are unsure how to react.

Example

The unexpected question seemed to nonplus the speaker.

Неожиданный вопрос, похоже, поставил оратора в тупик.

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːrmətɪv/

normative

нормативный

Meaning

relating to rules, standards, or norms that govern behavior or beliefs

Example

The study focused on the normative aspects of cultural behavior.

Исследование сосредоточилось на нормативных аспектах культурного поведения.

B2 adjective /nuːd/

nude

обнажённый

Meaning

Wearing no clothes; naked.

Example

The artist painted a nude model.

Художник написал картину с обнажённой моделью.

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnpəˈreɪl/

nonpareil

несравненный

Meaning

Having no equal; unrivaled or matchless.

Example

Her beauty was considered nonpareil in the region.

Её красота считалась несравненной в этом регионе.

C2 adjective /njuːˈtoʊniən/

newtonian

относящийся к законам Ньютона

Meaning

relating to the laws of motion and gravitation formulated by Sir Isaac Newton

Example

The scientist explained the Newtonian laws of motion.

Учёный объяснил законы движения Ньютона.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈnuːkliər/

nuclear

ядерный

Meaning

relating to the nucleus of an atom or to nuclear energy

Example

The country is developing nuclear energy.

Страна разрабатывает ядерную энергию.

C2 noun /nɪb/

nib

кончик пера

Meaning

the pointed end of a pen used for writing or drawing

Example

He dipped the nib into the ink before writing.

Он погрузил кончик пера в чернила перед тем, как писать.

B2 noun /ˌnoʊtɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/

notifications

уведомления

Meaning

A notice or announcement, especially an official one.

Example

Turn off notifications to stay focused.

Выключите уведомления, чтобы оставаться сосредоточенным.

B1 noun /ˈneɪvi/

Navy

военно-морской флот

Meaning

the branch of armed forces that conducts military operations at sea

Example

He joined the navy after graduating from college.

Он поступил в военно-морской флот после окончания колледжа.

C2 noun /njʊˈrældʒə/

neuralgia

нервная боль

Meaning

intense, often intermittent pain along a nerve pathway

Example

The patient suffers from neuralgia in her face.

Пациент страдает от невралгии на лице.

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌst/

nonplused

озадаченная

Meaning

Past tense of nonplus; surprised and confused.

Example

She was completely nonplused by his sudden decision.

Она была полностью озадачена его неожиданным решением.

C1 noun /noʊˈbɪl.ə.ti/

Nobility

благородство; высокий ранг

Meaning

the quality of being noble in character; people of noble rank

Example

He showed great nobility in forgiving his enemies.

Он проявил великую благородство, простив своих врагов.

A2 verb /nɜːrs/

nurse

ухаживать

Meaning

to care for someone who is sick or injured; to feed a baby

Example

She nursed her sick mother back to health.

Она ухаживала за своей больной матерью, пока она не поправилась.

B2 noun /ˈnoʊ.ʃən/

Notion

понятие

Meaning

a conception or belief about something; an idea or opinion

Example

She had a strange notion that someone was following her.

У нее было странное представление, что кто-то следит за ней.

C2 noun /ˈnʌnəri/

nunnery

монастырь

Meaning

A convent or building where nuns live and work.

Example

She decided to join the nunnery to devote her life to spiritual practice.

Она решила присоединиться к монастырю, чтобы посвятить свою жизнь духовной практике.

A1 adjective /naɪs/

Nice

приятный; красивый; удовлетворительный; привлекательный

Meaning

pleasant; agreeable; satisfactory; good; attractive

Example

She wore a nice dress to the party.

Она надела красивое платье на вечеринку.

C2 adjective /ˈnɛtlˌsʌm/

nettlesome

раздражающий

Meaning

Causing irritation, annoyance, or difficulty.

Example

The nettlesome rules frustrated the workers.

Раздражающие правила расстроили работников.

C1 adjective /ˈnjuː.tri.ənt dɛns/

nutrient-dense

питательный

Meaning

Rich in nutrients and high nutritional value.

Example

Organic food is often more nutrient-dense than processed food.

Органическая пища часто более питательна, чем переработанная.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒənt/

Negligent

небрежный

Meaning

failing to take proper care; careless; showing lack of attention

Example

The negligent driver caused a serious accident.

Небрежный водитель стал причиной серьезной аварии.

B2 noun /ˈnɒvəlɪst/

novelist

писатель романов

Meaning

a person who writes novels

Example

The novelist spent years writing his new book.

Новелист провел годы, написав свою новую книгу.

B2 adjective, verb /ˈnoʊtɪd/

noted

известный

Meaning

well known or famous; written down or observed

Example

He is a noted author in the field of history.

Он известный автор в области истории.

C1 noun /ˈnɑːrsɪsɪst/

narcissist

нарциссист

Meaning

A person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves.

Example

Everyone avoided him because he was a narcissist.

Все избегали его, потому что он был нарциссистом.

B2 adjective /ˈnjuː.mər.əs/

Numerous

многочисленный; много; обильный

Meaning

existing in large numbers; many; abundant

Example

There are numerous benefits to exercising regularly.

Существует множество преимуществ регулярных упражнений.

A2 noun /nɔɪz/

Noise

шум

Meaning

a sound, especially one that is loud or unpleasant

Example

The noise from the construction site was very disturbing.

Шум с строительной площадки был очень раздражающим.

C2 adjective /ˈnɔɪ.səm/

Noisome

вонючий; вредный или неприятный

Meaning

having an extremely offensive smell; harmful or unpleasant

Example

The noisome smell from the garbage made everyone cover their noses.

Вонючий запах от мусора заставил всех зажать носы.

A2 adverb /ˈnɔːməli/

Normally

обычно

Meaning

in the usual way; under normal circumstances

Example

I normally wake up at 7 AM every day.

Я обычно просыпаюсь в 7 утра каждый день.

A1 adverb /nɒt/

not

нет

Meaning

used to make a word or phrase negative

Example

I do not like spicy food.

Я не люблю острую еду.

C1 noun /ˈnoʊ.və/

Nova

нова

Meaning

a star that suddenly increases greatly in brightness

Example

Astronomers discovered a new nova in the constellation.

Астрономы обнаружили новую нову в созвездии.

C1 noun ˌnæʃ.ən.ə.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

nationalization

национализация

Meaning

The process of a government taking control of private property or industry.

Example

The nationalization of banks was aimed at stabilizing the economy.

Национализация банков была направлена на стабилизацию экономики.

C2 noun /ˌnɒn ˈsɛkwɪtər/

non sequitur

нелепое замечание

Meaning

a statement or conclusion that does not logically follow from the previous statement

Example

His comment about the weather was a complete non sequitur during the budget discussion.

Его комментарий о погоде был полным нелепым замечанием во время обсуждения бюджета.

C2 noun /niˈɒlədʒi/

neology

использование новых слов или изучение их происхождения

Meaning

The use of new words or the study of their origin.

Example

The professor specialized in neology, studying the creation of modern slang.

Профессор специализировался на неологии, изучая создание современного сленга.

A1 adjective /nɛkst/

new

новый

Meaning

recently made, discovered, or introduced; not existing before

Example

He bought a new car yesterday.

Он купил новую машину вчера.

B2 noun /ˈnæʃənəl ˈænθəm/

national anthem

государственный гимн

Meaning

an official patriotic song of a country, performed at national events and ceremonies

Example

The national anthem was played before the international match.

Перед международным матчем прозвучал государственный гимн.

B1 adverb /ˈnætʃərəli/

Naturally

естественно

Meaning

in a natural manner; as expected; of course

Example

She naturally excels in mathematics.

Она естественно превосходит в математике.

C2 adjective /ˈneɪtl/

natal

относящийся к рождению

Meaning

Relating to birth or the place of birth.

Example

She returned to her natal village after many years.

Она вернулась в свою родную деревню после многих лет.

C1 noun /ˈnɔː.zi.ə/

Nausea

тошнота

Meaning

a feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit

Example

The motion of the boat caused severe nausea.

Движение лодки вызвало сильную тошноту.

C2 noun /ˈnoʊmənˌkleɪtʃər/

nomenclature

номенклатура

Meaning

A system of names or terms used in a particular science, art, or field.

Example

The chemical nomenclature can be difficult for beginners to understand.

Химическая номенклатура может быть сложной для понимания новичками.

B1 adverb /ˈniːtli/

Neatly

аккуратно; чисто

Meaning

in a tidy and orderly way; carefully and precisely

Example

She arranged the books neatly on the shelf.

Она аккуратно разместила книги на полке.

A2 adjective /niːt/

Neat

чистый и аккуратный; хорошо организованный; тщательно сделанный

Meaning

clean and tidy; well-organized; carefully done

Example

Her room is always neat and organized.

Её комната всегда чистая и организованная.

B2 adjective /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/

neighboring

соседний

Meaning

situated near or next to another place; adjacent or nearby.

Example

They visited a neighboring village for the festival.

Они посетили соседнюю деревню для фестиваля.

C2 adjective /ˈnæti/

natty

стильный

Meaning

Neat, stylish, and fashionable in appearance.

Example

He looked very natty in his new suit.

Он выглядел очень стильным в своем новом костюме.

A2 noun /ˈnoʊ.tɪs/

Notice

объявление

Meaning

attention to something; a written or printed announcement

Example

The notice on the board announced the school closure.

Объявление на доске сообщило о закрытии школы.

C2 noun /niːp/

neap

низкий прилив

Meaning

A tide just after the first or third quarters of the moon when the difference between high and low tide is least.

Example

During a neap tide, the water level change is minimal.

Во время низкого прилива изменение уровня воды минимально.

C2 adjective /ˈneb.jə.ləs/

Nebulous

неясный; нечеткий; туманный

Meaning

vague or unclear; lacking definite form; hazy

Example

His plans for the future remain nebulous and unclear.

Его планы на будущее остаются неясными и расплывчатыми.

B1 noun /ˈnaɪt.meər/

Nightmare

кошмар

Meaning

a frightening or unpleasant dream; a very unpleasant experience

Example

The exam was a complete nightmare for unprepared students.

Экзамен был настоящим кошмаром для неподготовленных студентов.

C1 adjective /ˈnɔːtɪkəl/

nautical

морской

Meaning

relating to ships, sailors, or navigation on water

Example

He studied nautical charts before setting sail.

Он изучал морские карты перед тем, как отплыть.

B2 noun /ˌnɒməˈneɪʃən/

nomination

номинация

Meaning

The act of formally proposing someone for a role, position, or award.

Example

Her nomination for the award surprised everyone.

Её номинация на премию удивила всех.

C1 noun /ˈneɪ.vəl/

Navel

пупок

Meaning

the small hollow in the center of the stomach where the umbilical cord was attached

Example

The baby's navel cord fell off after a week.

Пуповина малыша отпала через неделю.

C1 adjective /ˈnæs.ənt/

nascent

зарождающийся

Meaning

Emerging, developing, or in the early stages of formation

Example

The nascent technology is revolutionizing industries.

Зарождающаяся технология революционизирует отрасли.

C1 adjective /ˈneɡ.lɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Negligible

незначительный

Meaning

so small or unimportant as to be not worth considering; insignificant

Example

The side effects of this medicine are negligible.

Побочные эффекты этого лекарства незначительны.

B2 adjective /nəˈtɔːriəs/

notorious

пресловутый

Meaning

Famous or well-known for something bad or undesirable

Example

The area is notorious for its high crime rate.

Этот район пресловут за высокую преступность.

A1 noun /naɪn/

nine

девять

Meaning

the number that is one more than eight

Example

She has nine books in her collection.

У нее девять книг в коллекции.

A2 noun /ˈnefjuː/

nephew

племянник

Meaning

the son of one’s brother or sister

Example

My nephew is studying at the university.

Мой племянник учится в университете.

C2 verb /ˌnɒnˈplʌst/

nonplussed

озадаченный

Meaning

Past tense of nonplus; surprised and unsure how to react.

Example

He stood nonplussed at the strange remark.

Он стоял озадаченный перед странным замечанием.

A1 noun /naɪt/

night

ночь

Meaning

the time of darkness between one day and the next, when most people sleep

Example

She loves going for walks at night.

Ей нравится гулять ночью.

C2 adjective ˌnjʊə.rəʊ.saɪənˈtɪ.fɪk

neuroscientific

нейробиологический

Meaning

Related to the scientific study of the brain and nervous system.

Example

Neuroscientific research helps understand memory retention.

Нейронаучные исследования помогают понять сохранение памяти.

C1 adjective /nəʊˈmæd.ɪk/

nomadic

кочевой

Meaning

Living the life of a nomad; wandering from place to place without a fixed home.

Example

The tribe led a nomadic lifestyle.

Племя вело кочевой образ жизни.

C2 adjective /ˈnɛðər/

nether

нижний

Meaning

situated down or below; lower

Example

They explored the nether regions of the cave.

Они исследовали нижние регионы пещеры.

C2 adjective /ˈnɒmɪk/

nomic

связанный с законом

Meaning

Relating to laws, rules, or systems.

Example

The philosopher discussed the nomic necessity of natural laws.

Философ обсуждал номическую необходимость естественных законов.

C2 noun /ˌnjʊə.rəʊˈdʒɛn.ɪ.sɪs/

neurogenesis

образование новых нервных клеток

Meaning

The process of forming new nerve cells in the brain.

Example

Scientists are studying neurogenesis to understand brain health.

Ученые изучают нейрогенез, чтобы понять здоровье мозга.

C2 noun /niːˈɒkrəsi/

neocracy

Правительство, возглавляемое неопытными или новыми чиновниками

Meaning

A government or leadership run by inexperienced or new officials.

Example

The sudden revolution led to a neocracy with inexperienced leaders.

Внезапная революция привела к неократии с неопытными лидерами.

B2 noun /nɒsˈtæl.dʒə/

nostalgia

ностальгия

Meaning

A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

Example

Listening to old songs fills me with nostalgia.

Слушание старых песен наполняет меня ностальгией.

A2 adverb /ˈnɪərli/

Nearly

почти; почти;

Meaning

almost; not quite; very close to

Example

I nearly missed the bus this morning.

Я чуть не опоздал на автобус сегодня утром.

A1 noun /ˈnʌmbər/

number

номер

Meaning

a mathematical value used to count, measure, or label

Example

She gave me her phone number.

Она дала мне свой номер телефона.

B2 noun, verb /nɜːrv/

nerve

нерв; мужество

Meaning

A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; also courage or audacity.

Example

She gathered the nerve to speak in front of the large audience.

Она собрала смелость поговорить перед большой аудиторией.

C1 adjective /ˈnɪmbəl/

nimble

проворный

Meaning

Quick and light in movement or thought.

Example

The dancer’s nimble steps impressed the audience.

Ловкие шаги танцовщицы впечатлили зрителей.

C1 noun /nɑːtʃ/

notch

выемка

Meaning

A small cut or groove on the edge or surface of something; a level or degree of achievement.

Example

He carved a notch on the stick to mark the days.

Он вырезал выемку на палке, чтобы отмечать дни.

C2 verb /ˈnɪtˌpɪk/

nitpick

Meaning

To find and criticize small or unimportant faults in someone or something.

Example

She tends to nitpick about every little detail.

C1 verb /nɪˈɡeɪt/

negate

Meaning

To cancel out or make ineffective; to deny the truth of something.

Example

The new evidence will negate the claims made earlier.

A1 noun /noʊz/

nose

нос

Meaning

the part of the face that contains the nostrils and is used for breathing and smelling

Example

He has a sharp nose and can smell things from far away.

У него острый нос, и он может чувствовать запахи издалека.

C2 noun /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsər/

necromancer

некромант

Meaning

a person who practices necromancy; a wizard or magician who claims to communicate with the dead

Example

The villagers feared the old necromancer who lived at the edge of the forest.

Жители деревни боялись старого некроманта, который жил на краю леса.

C1 noun /nɑːrˈkɒtɪk/

narcotic

наркотик

Meaning

A drug that dulls the senses and relieves pain, often causing sleep and sometimes addiction.

Example

The police seized a large amount of narcotic substances.

Полиция изъяла большое количество наркотических веществ.

A2 adverb /ˈnɪərbaɪ/

Near-by

рядом; в окрестностях

Meaning

close to; not far away; in the neighborhood

Example

There is a grocery store nearby.

Недалеко есть продуктовый магазин.

C1 adjective /ˌnɒn ɪɡˈzɪstənt/

non-existent

не существующий

Meaning

not real or not present; lacking existence

Example

The supposed evidence turned out to be non-existent.

Предполагаемое доказательство оказалось не существующим.

A2 noun (plural) /ˈnuːdəlz/

noodles

лапша

Meaning

long, thin strips of dough made from flour, water, or eggs, cooked and eaten as food

Example

She cooked noodles with vegetables for dinner.

Она приготовила лапшу с овощами на ужин.

C2 noun /nɪmf/

Nymph

Нимфа

Meaning

a mythological spirit of nature; a beautiful young woman in classical mythology

Example

The water nymph appeared by the moonlit lake.

Водяная нимфа появилась у озера, освещенного луной.

B2 adverb /ˈnɔɪzɪli/

Noisily

шумно

Meaning

in a way that makes a lot of noise; loudly

Example

The children were playing noisily in the playground.

Дети играли шумно на игровой площадке.

B2 adjective /naɪˈiːv/

naive

наивный

Meaning

Having a lack of experience or sophistication; overly innocent or trusting.

Example

She was naive to believe the scammer’s story.

Она была наивна, поверив в историю мошенника.

A2 adjective ˈnɛɡ.ə.tɪv

negative

негативный

Meaning

Not desirable or optimistic; harmful or unpleasant.

Example

She had a negative attitude about the upcoming project.

У нее было негативное отношение к предстоящему проекту.

C1 noun /noʊz rɪŋ/

Nose ring

кольцо для носа

Meaning

a piece of jewelry worn through a piercing in the nose

Example

She got a small gold nose ring for her birthday.

Она получила маленькое золотое кольцо для носа на свой день рождения.

C1 noun ˈnɛktər

Nectar

нектар

Meaning

A sweet liquid produced by flowers that serves as food for butterflies.

Example

Butterflies drink nectar from flowers.

Бабочки пьют нектар с цветов.

C1 noun /ˈnɔːrməlsi/

normalcy

нормальность

Meaning

The condition of being normal; a return to usual or expected conditions.

Example

After the flood, the town struggled to regain a sense of normalcy.

После наводнения город пытался восстановить ощущение нормальности.

C2 adjective /ˌnɒnˈtrɪviəl/

nontrivial

нетривиальный

Meaning

Not simple or easy; requiring effort or significant thought.

Example

Solving the equation turned out to be a nontrivial task.

Решение уравнения оказалось нетривиальной задачей.

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

питание

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

Хорошее питание важно для здоровой жизни.

C1 adjective /ˈnɪp.i/

Nippy

холодно; прохладно; быстро и ловко в движении

Meaning

cold; chilly; quick and agile in movement

Example

It's quite nippy outside today, you should wear a jacket.

На улице довольно холодно сегодня, тебе стоит надеть куртку.

C2 noun /ˈnɪn.i/

Ninny

тупица

Meaning

a silly or foolish person; someone who lacks common sense

Example

Don't be such a ninny, use your brain!

Не будь таким тупицей, используй свой мозг!

A2 adjective /ˈnɜː.vəs/

Nervous

нервный, тревожный

Meaning

feeling anxious or worried; relating to the nerves; easily agitated

Example

She felt nervous before her job interview.

Она чувствовала себя нервной перед интервью.

C2 noun /ˌniːoʊˈpeɪɡənɪzəm/

neopaganism

неопаганизм

Meaning

Modern religious movements influenced by or claiming to be derived from the various historical pagan beliefs of pre-modern Europe.

Example

Neopaganism has gained popularity as people seek spiritual alternatives to mainstream religions.

Неопаганизм приобрел популярность, так как люди ищут духовные альтернативы основным религиям.

A2 noun /nek/

Neck

шея

Meaning

the part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders

Example

She wore a beautiful necklace around her neck.

Она носила красивое ожерелье на шее.

B2 adjective /ˈnær.ə.tɪv/

Narrative

повествовательный; описательный; рассказывающий историю

Meaning

relating to storytelling; descriptive; telling a story; recounting events

Example

The narrative structure of the novel was quite complex.

Нарративная структура романа была довольно сложной.

B1 noun /ˈneɪʃən/

nation

нация

Meaning

a large group of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language

Example

The nation celebrated its independence day with pride.

Нация отметила свой день независимости с гордостью.

C1 adjective /ˌniːoʊˈlɪθɪk/

neolithic

неолитический

Meaning

Relating to the later part of the Stone Age, when ground or polished stone weapons and tools prevailed.

Example

Neolithic communities began practicing agriculture and domesticating animals.

Неолитические общества начали заниматься сельским хозяйством и одомашнивать животных.

B2 noun noʊˈbel praɪz

Nobel Prize

Нобелевская премия

Meaning

Any of six international prizes awarded annually for outstanding work in physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, literature, economics, and the promotion of peace.

Example

Nobel Prize recognition evaded Bose's contributions.

Признание Нобелевской премии избегало вкладов Бозе.

B1 noun/adjective /ˈnɒvəl/

novel

роман / новый

Meaning

A long fictional narrative; also something new or unusual.

Example

She spent the weekend reading a historical novel.

Она провела выходные, читая исторический роман.

C1 preposition/adverb/conjunction /ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/

notwithstanding

несмотря на

Meaning

In spite of; despite

Example

Notwithstanding the challenges, the team completed the project.

Несмотря на трудности, команда завершила проект.

C1 adjective /ˌnjʊə.rəˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

neurological

неврологический

Meaning

Relating to the anatomy, functions, and organic disorders of nerves and the nervous system.

Example

Meditation has positive neurological effects on mental health.

Медитация имеет положительное нейрологическое воздействие на психическое здоровье.

B1 noun /ˌnæʃəˈnæləti/

nationality

национальность

Meaning

The status of belonging to a particular nation, either by birth or naturalization.

Example

Her nationality is Canadian, though she was born in France.

Ее национальность канадская, хотя она родилась во Франции.

C1 noun ˈnuːkliəs

nucleus

ядро

Meaning

The central core of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

Example

The nucleus consists of protons.

Ядро состоит из протонов.

C2 noun /nɑːrˈsɪsəs/

narcissus

цветок нарцисса

Meaning

A type of flowering plant with yellow or white blooms, often associated with self-love from Greek mythology.

Example

A narcissus bloomed in the garden during spring.

Нарцисс распустился в саду весной.

C2 adjective /ˌnɒndɪˈskrɪpt/

nondescript

непримечательный

Meaning

Lacking distinctive or interesting features; dull and unremarkable.

Example

He lives in a nondescript apartment building on the edge of town.

Он живет в непримечательном многоквартирном доме на окраине города.

B1 adjective /ˈnɔːðərn/

northern

северный

Meaning

relating to the north or situated in the north

Example

The northern part of the country is known for its cold climate.

Северная часть страны известна своим холодным климатом.