B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

едва; едва ли; только что

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

Я едва мог поверить своим глазам.

A2 noun /sneɪk/

Snake

змея

Meaning

a long, legless reptile that moves by sliding along the ground

Example

The snake slithered through the grass quietly.

Змея скользила тихо по траве.

B1 noun /ˈsɛtɪŋ/

setting

обстановка

Meaning

the environment or place where something happens

Example

The setting of the movie was a beautiful beach.

Место действия фильма было красивым пляжем.

B2 adjective /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

специализированный

Meaning

designed or developed for a particular purpose or function

Example

He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.

У него есть специализированные знания об античных цивилизациях.

B2 adverb /səˈpəʊzɪdli/

supposedly

якобы

Meaning

used to show that something is believed or claimed to be true, though it may not be

Example

He is supposedly the best player on the team.

Якобы он лучший игрок в команде.

B1 verb /sərˈvaɪv/

survive

выжить

Meaning

To continue to live or exist after a difficult event or situation.

Example

He managed to survive the storm.

Он смог выжить во время шторма.

B1 verb /skriːm/

scream

кричать

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched sound, usually because of fear, pain, or excitement

Example

She screamed when she saw the spider.

Она закричала, когда увидела паука.

B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

глупость

Meaning

lack of intelligence or common sense

Example

His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.

Его глупость вызвала много проблем для команды.

C1 noun /ˈsɪləbəl/

syllable

слог

Meaning

A unit of pronunciation having one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants, forming the whole or part of a word.

Example

The word 'computer' has three syllables.

Слово 'компьютер' состоит из трех слогов.

B2 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

искренность

Meaning

the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty

Example

His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.

Его искренность при извинении была очевидна для всех.

B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

затененная зона

Meaning

An area that is protected from direct sunlight.

Example

We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.

Мы сидели в затененной зоне у берега реки.

C1 adjective /sliːk/

sleek

гладкий и блестящий

Meaning

smooth, shiny, and stylish

Example

She drove a sleek black sports car.

Она вела блестящий черный спортивный автомобиль.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf rɪˈspɛkt/

self-respect

самоуважение

Meaning

A feeling of pride and confidence in oneself; self-worth.

Example

She refused to compromise her self-respect by accepting unfair treatment.

Она отказалась компрометировать свое самоуважение, принимая несправедливое отношение.

C1 noun/verb /smʌdʒ/

smudge

пятно, грязное пятно

Meaning

a dirty mark or smear; to make something dirty or unclear by rubbing or touching

Example

She accidentally smudged her lipstick on the napkin.

Она случайно размазала свою помаду по салфетке.

A1 noun /ʃɒp/

shop

магазин

Meaning

a place where goods are sold to customers

Example

I need to go to the shop to buy some groceries.

Мне нужно идти в магазин, чтобы купить продукты.

B1 noun /ˈsteɪt.mənt/

Statement

заявление

Meaning

a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing; an official account of facts

Example

The CEO issued a statement about the company's future plans.

Генеральный директор сделал заявление о будущих планах компании.

C1 adjective /ˈspʌndʒi/

Spongy

пористый

Meaning

soft and full of holes like a sponge; porous

Example

The cake had a light and spongy texture.

Пирог имел легкую и пористую текстуру.

C1 noun /ʃoʊl/

shoal

стая рыб

Meaning

a large group of fish swimming together; a shallow place in water

Example

We saw a shoal of fish near the coast.

Мы видели стаю рыб у берега.

C2 noun /sɒmˈnæmbjʊlɪst/

somnambulist

сомнамбулист

Meaning

A person who sleepwalks.

Example

The somnambulist wandered out of the house at night.

Сомнамбулист ночью вышел из дома.

A2 noun /ˈsuːt.keɪs/

suitcase

чемодан

Meaning

A portable rectangular container for carrying clothes and personal items when traveling

Example

She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.

Она упаковала свою одежду в чемодан для поездки.

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.

B1 noun /ʃɒk/

shock

шок

Meaning

a sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience

Example

The news of his sudden departure was a shock to everyone.

Новость о его внезапном уходе стала шоком для всех.

B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

суперфуды

Meaning

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

Example

Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.

Черника и шпинат - это суперфуды, богатые витаминами.

B2 adjective sɪˈvɪər

severe

серьезный

Meaning

Very great; intense or extreme in degree.

Example

Without action, climate change impacts will become severe.

Без действий последствия изменения климата станут серьезными.

B2 noun /səkˈses.ər/

Successor

преемник

Meaning

a person who succeeds another in office; someone who takes over a position or role

Example

The CEO announced his retirement and named his successor for the company.

Генеральный директор объявил о своей отставке и назначил своего преемника для компании.

B2 noun ˈsʌbˌaɪtəlz

subtitles

субтитры

Meaning

Captions displayed at the bottom of a movie or television screen that translate or transcribe the dialogue or narrative.

Example

Use subtitles for better understanding.

Используйте субтитры для лучшего понимания.

C1 noun ˌsʌb.sɪ.dɪˈzeɪ.ʃən

subsidization

субсидия

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to make certain goods or services more affordable.

Example

Subsidization of agriculture helps farmers maintain crop production.

Субсидирование сельского хозяйства помогает фермерам поддерживать производство сельскохозяйственных культур.

B2 noun ˈskruːtɪni

scrutiny

тщательное расследование

Meaning

Critical observation or examination

Example

The new law is under scrutiny by the legislative body.

Новый закон находится под тщательным расследованием законодательным органом.

A2 noun /ˈsuː.pəˌmɑː.kɪt/

supermarket

супермаркет

Meaning

a large self-service store selling food and household goods

Example

She went to the supermarket to buy groceries.

Она пошла в супермаркет, чтобы купить продукты.

C1 noun /ˈsɪstərhʊd/

sisterhood

сестринство

Meaning

The relationship between sisters, or a community of women united by shared experiences or goals.

Example

The feminist movement created a strong sense of sisterhood among women.

Феминистское движение создало сильное чувство сестринства среди женщин.

A1 noun /ˈsɛvən/

seven

семь

Meaning

the number following six and preceding eight

Example

She has seven apples in her basket.

У неё семь яблок в её корзине.

C1 adjective /səbˈvɜːrsɪv/

subversive

подрывной

Meaning

seeking or intended to undermine or overthrow an established system or authority

Example

The group was banned for its subversive activities.

Группа была запрещена за свои подрывные действия.

B2 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

сдаваться

Meaning

to give up or yield to an opponent or authority

Example

The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.

Армия в конце концов сдалась после недель боевых действий.

C1 verb /siːð/

seethe

кипеть от ярости

Meaning

To be filled with intense but unexpressed anger or agitation.

Example

She was seething with anger after the unfair decision.

Она кипела от ярости после несправедливого решения.

C2 verb /səbˈsjuːm/

subsume

включать

Meaning

To include or absorb something into a larger group or category.

Example

Minor details were subsumed under the main topic.

Малые детали были включены в основную тему.

C1 adjective /ˈstætʃətɔːri/

statutory

обязательный по закону

Meaning

Required, permitted, or enacted by law.

Example

The company must comply with all statutory regulations.

Компания должна соблюдать все обязательные по закону правила.

B2 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

хитрый / лукавый

Meaning

Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.

Example

She gave him a sly smile.

Она дала ему хитрую улыбку.

A2 noun /skwɛə(r)/

square

квадрат

Meaning

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles

Example

The table has a square shape.

Стол имеет квадратную форму.

C1 adjective /ˈsliːzi/

sleazy

низкий, грязный или низкого качества

Meaning

morally low, dirty, or cheap in quality

Example

He avoided the sleazy nightclub downtown.

Он избегал этот убогий ночной клуб в центре города.

B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

заменитель

Meaning

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

Example

Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.

Деньги не могут быть заменой настоящему счастью.

A2 adjective /ˈsʌn.i/

Sunny

солнечный; оптимистичный

Meaning

bright with sunlight; cheerful and optimistic

Example

It's a beautiful sunny day perfect for a picnic.

Это прекрасный солнечный день, идеальный для пикника.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

лопата

Meaning

a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials

Example

He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway.

Он взял лопату, чтобы очистить снег с подъезда.

C1 verb /siːp/

seep

просачиваться медленно

Meaning

to flow or leak slowly through small openings or pores

Example

Water began to seep through the cracks in the wall.

Вода начала просачиваться через трещины в стене.

C1 noun /slæɡ/

slag

шлак

Meaning

Stony waste matter separated from metals during the smelting process.

Example

The factory dumped the slag near the river.

Фабрика сбросила шлак рядом с рекой.

B2 noun /ˈsɪblɪŋ/

sibling

брат/сестра

Meaning

A brother or sister.

Example

She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister.

У неё три брата и сестры, два брата и одна сестра.

B2 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

шокирующий

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

Новость о происшествии была шокирующей для всех.

A2 adverb /ˈʃʊə.li/

Surely

несомненно

Meaning

without doubt; certainly

Example

You will surely pass the exam if you study hard.

Ты несомненно сдашь экзамен, если будешь усердно учиться.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmfəni/

Symphony

симфония

Meaning

an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements

Example

The orchestra performed Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.

Оркестр исполнил Пятую симфонию Бетховена.

Meaning

the system or state of being owned and forced to work for someone else

Example

Slavery was abolished in most countries in the 19th century.

C1 verb /səˈplænt/

supplant

замещать

Meaning

To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.

Example

Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers.

Цифровые платформы заменили традиционные газеты.

B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

отправить

Meaning

to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield

Example

Please submit your assignment by Friday.

Пожалуйста, отправьте ваше задание до пятницы.

B2 verb /straɪd/

stride

идти с длинными, решительными шагами; делать успехи

Meaning

to walk with long, decisive steps; to make progress

Example

She strode confidently across the stage.

Она уверенно прошла по сцене.

B2 noun /sloʊp/

Slope

склон; наклонная поверхность

Meaning

an inclined surface; a piece of ground that is not level

Example

We walked up the steep slope of the mountain.

Мы поднялись по крутому склону горы.

C2 adjective /ˈsʌmp.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sumptuary

относящийся к законам или регламентам, ограничивающим личные расходы на предметы роскоши

Meaning

Relating to laws or regulations intended to limit personal spending on luxury goods.

Example

In medieval Europe, sumptuary laws restricted the wearing of expensive fabrics to the nobility.

В средневековой Европе законы по ограничению расходов ограничивали ношение дорогих тканей только аристократией.

B1 verb /ˈstɒpɪŋ/

stopping

остановка

Meaning

Coming to a halt or pause.

Example

The ship is stopping at the Falkland Islands.

Корабль останавливается на Фолклендских островах.

C1 verb /ˈseɪ.vər/

savor

наслаждаться

Meaning

To enjoy something completely, especially by dwelling on it.

Example

He savored every bite of the delicious cake.

Он наслаждался каждым куском вкусного торта.

A1 noun ˈstjuː.dənt

student

студент

Meaning

A person who is studying at a school or university.

Example

Students participated actively in the protests.

Студенты активно участвовали в протестах.

B2 noun /spaɪt/

spite

злоба

Meaning

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

Example

She refused the gift out of spite.

Она отказалась от подарка из злобы.

C2 adjective /ˌsuː.pər.ɪˈrɑː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

supererogatory

лишний

Meaning

Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.

Example

His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for.

Его пожертвование было лишним, намного больше, чем кто-либо просил.

C1 adjective /ˈskrɔːni/

scrawny

тощий

Meaning

very thin and bony, often looking unhealthy

Example

The scrawny boy could barely lift the heavy bag.

Тощий мальчик едва мог поднять тяжёлую сумку.

C1 verb /sɪˈsiːd/

secede

выходить

Meaning

To formally withdraw from a political or organizational union.

Example

Several states threatened to secede from the union.

Несколько штатов угрожали выйти из союза.

B2 noun/verb /skɔːrn/

scorn

презрение

Meaning

the feeling or expression of contempt or disdain; to treat with contempt

Example

She looked at him with open scorn.

Она посмотрела на него с презрением.

C2 noun /ˈsaɪnɪkjʊər/

sinecure

лёгкая работа

Meaning

a position requiring little or no work but giving financial benefit or status

Example

He was given a sinecure at the university as a reward for his loyalty.

Ему дали лёгкую работу в университете как награду за его лояльность.

A2 noun /stoʊn/

stone

камень

Meaning

a hard, naturally occurring mineral material found in the earth

Example

He threw a stone into the lake.

Он бросил камень в озеро.

B2 noun ˈsæt.əl.aɪt

satellite

спутник

Meaning

An artificial object which has been intentionally placed into orbit around a celestial body.

Example

Satellites provide critical data for research.

Спутники предоставляют важные данные для исследований.

C1 verb /ˈskwɒndər/

squander

растрачивать

Meaning

to waste money, time, or opportunities in a careless way

Example

He squandered his inheritance on gambling.

Он растратил наследство на азартные игры.

A2 noun /sməʊk/

smoke

дым

Meaning

A visible suspension of carbon or other particles in air, typically one emitted from a burning substance.

Example

Smoke from vehicles worsens air quality.

Дым от автомобилей ухудшает качество воздуха.

C2 verb /ˈsʌn.dər/

sunder

разделить

Meaning

To split apart or separate, especially with force.

Example

The war sundered families and friends.

Война раздробила семьи и друзей.

C2 adjective /ˈswɔːrði/

swarthy

смуглый

Meaning

Having a dark complexion or skin tone.

Example

The sailor had a swarthy face from years under the sun.

Моряк имел смуглое лицо после многих лет под солнцем.

A2 noun /ˈstreɪndʒər/

Stranger

незнакомец

Meaning

a person whom one does not know or with whom one is not familiar

Example

Never take candy from a stranger.

Никогда не бери конфеты у незнакомца.

C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

ухмылка самодовольства

Meaning

to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way

Example

He smirked when he won the argument.

Он ухмыльнулся, когда выиграл спор.

B2 noun /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

субсидия

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

Правительство предоставляет субсидию на топливо для контроля цен.

B2 noun, verb /skruː/

screw

металлический крепеж с витком; прикрутить или затянуть что-то винтом

Meaning

a metal fastener with a helical ridge; to fasten or tighten something with a screw

Example

He screwed the shelf to the wall tightly.

Он прикрутил полку к стене крепко.

C2 noun /sʌbˈɔːl.tən/

subaltern

человек, занимающий подчинённое положение; в армии, младший офицер

Meaning

A person holding a subordinate position; in the military, a junior officer.

Example

The subaltern was responsible for leading a small platoon of soldiers.

Сабальтерн был ответственен за руководство небольшим отрядом солдат.

B2 noun /ˈskɒl.ər/

Scholar

учёный; академик

Meaning

a person who has studied a subject for a long time and knows a lot about it; an academic

Example

The renowned scholar published several books on ancient history.

Знаменитый учёный опубликовал несколько книг по древней истории.

C1 adjective /ˈsɒljʊbəl/

soluble

растворимый

Meaning

able to be dissolved, especially in water

Example

Sugar is soluble in water.

Сахар растворим в воде.

C1 noun /ˈsmætərɪŋ/

smattering

поверхностные знания

Meaning

A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.

Example

He has a smattering of Spanish.

У него поверхностные знания испанского.

C2 noun /ˌsɪmjʊˈleɪkrəm/

simulacrum

симулякр

Meaning

an image or representation of someone or something; a superficial likeness

Example

The statue was only a simulacrum of the ancient god.

Статуя была всего лишь симулякром древнего бога.

C1 verb/noun /ˈswæɡ.ər/

swagger

самодовольство

Meaning

To walk or behave in a very confident and arrogant way.

Example

He swaggered into the room as if he owned the place.

Он зашел в комнату, как будто был владельцем этого места.

B2 noun /stæns/

stance

позиция

Meaning

a person's attitude, opinion, or position on an issue

Example

The company took a strong stance on environmental protection.

Компания заняла твердую позицию по защите окружающей среды.

C1 adjective ˈsɛd(ə)ntəri

sedentary

сидячий

Meaning

Characterized by much sitting and little physical activity.

Example

A sedentary lifestyle can lead to numerous health problems.

Сидячий образ жизни может привести к множеству проблем со здоровьем.

B2 noun /ˈʃəʊ.keɪs/

showcase

витрина, показывать что-то привлекательным или выгодным способом

Meaning

A display case or exhibition; to present something in an attractive or favorable way.

Example

The exhibition showcased the artist's best works.

Выставка продемонстрировала лучшие работы художника.

C1 noun ˈsɛlfləsnɪs

selflessness

бескорыстие

Meaning

The quality of being concerned more with the needs of others than with one's own.

Example

Selflessness is a key value for community building.

Бескорыстие - важная ценность для построения сообщества.

C2 adjective /sɛnˈtɛnʃəs/

sententious

морализаторский; нравоучительный

Meaning

Given to moralizing in a pompous or affected manner.

Example

His sententious remarks annoyed the audience.

Его морализаторские замечания разозлили аудиторию.

C2 noun /skæd/

scad

скэд рыба

Meaning

A type of fish of the jack family; also informally means a large number or quantity.

Example

The fisherman caught a scad in the net.

Рыбак поймал скэд в сети.

A2 proper noun /ˌsaʊθ əˈmɛrɪkə/

south america

Южная Америка

Meaning

a continent located in the Western Hemisphere, mostly in the Southern Hemisphere

Example

Brazil is the largest country in South America.

Бразилия — крупнейшая страна в Южной Америке.

C2 noun /ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

signification

значение

Meaning

the meaning or sense conveyed by a word, action, or symbol

Example

The signification of the gesture was misunderstood.

Значение жеста было понято неверно.

C2 noun /ˈʃɪbəˌlɛθ/

shibboleth

выражение или вера, отличающие определённую группу людей

Meaning

A custom, phrase, or belief distinguishing a particular group of people, often used to identify outsiders.

Example

The phrase became a political shibboleth during the campaign.

Фраза стала политическим шибболетом во время кампании.

B1 noun /ˈsoʊ.lər ˌsɪs.təm/

Solar system

солнечная система

Meaning

the sun and all the planets, moons, asteroids and other objects that orbit around it

Example

Our solar system has eight planets orbiting the sun.

Наша солнечная система имеет восемь планет, которые вращаются вокруг солнца.

C2 verb /ˈskærɪfaɪ/

scarify

вспахивать землю

Meaning

to make shallow cuts or scratches; to loosen the surface of soil

Example

The farmer scarified the soil before planting seeds.

Фермер эскарфиксировал почву перед посадкой семян.

B2 verb /stɪŋ/

sting

ужалить

Meaning

to pierce with a sharp point; to cause sharp pain

Example

The bee stung him on his arm while he was gardening.

Пчела ужалила его в руку, пока он занимался садоводством.

B2 adjective /suːˈpɪə.ri.ər/

Superior

превосходящий; лучший

Meaning

higher in rank, quality, or importance; better than average

Example

This product is superior to all others in the market.

Этот продукт превосходит все остальные на рынке.

B2 adjective /suːˈpriːm/

Supreme

высший

Meaning

highest in rank, authority, or quality; greatest; most important

Example

The Supreme Court made the final decision.

Верховный суд принял окончательное решение.

B2 verb /spɪl/

spill

пролить

Meaning

to cause liquid to flow or fall out of a container by accident

Example

Be careful not to spill your coffee.

Будь осторожен, не пролей свой кофе.

A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

скоро

Meaning

in a short time; before long; quickly

Example

The train will arrive soon.

Поезд скоро приедет.

C2 adjective /ˈsæ.loʊ/

sallow

желтоватый

Meaning

Of an unhealthy yellow or pale brown color, often referring to skin.

Example

His sallow complexion made him look tired and sickly.

Его желтоватое лицо заставляло его выглядеть уставшим и больным.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrˌkæzəm/

sarcasm

сарказм

Meaning

The use of irony to mock or convey contempt.

Example

His sarcasm often made people laugh but sometimes offended them.

Его сарказм часто заставлял людей смеяться, но иногда обижал их.

C1 adjective /ˈstɛr.aɪl/

sterile

стерильный

Meaning

Free from bacteria or other living microorganisms; incapable of producing offspring.

Example

The surgeon worked in a sterile environment to avoid infection.

Хирург работал в стерильной обстановке, чтобы избежать инфекции.

C1 verb /skrɔːl/

scrawl

быстро и небрежно писать

Meaning

to write or draw something quickly and carelessly, making it hard to read

Example

He scrawled his signature at the bottom of the page.

Он написал свою подпись внизу страницы.

C1 noun ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

systematic strategy

систематическая стратегия

Meaning

A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.

Example

A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives.

Была использована систематическая стратегия для достижения целей.

C1 verb /skɔːrtʃ/

scorch

обжигать

Meaning

to burn the surface of something slightly

Example

The fire scorched the walls of the building.

Огонь обжёг стены здания.

B2 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

тайно

Meaning

in a way that is hidden or not known by others

Example

She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.

Она тайно спланировала вечеринку-сюрприз для своей подруги.

C1 adjective /ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒəs/

sacrilegious

сакралигийный

Meaning

Showing disrespect or irreverence toward something sacred.

Example

The painting was criticized as being sacrilegious.

Картина была раскритикована как сакралигийная.

C2 noun /sɛnˈsɔːrɪəm/

sensorium

сенсорный центр

Meaning

The part of the brain or mind concerned with the reception and interpretation of sensory stimuli.

Example

The patient’s sensorium was clouded after the accident.

Сенсорный центр пациента был затуманен после аварии.

C1 adjective /ˈsʌn.dri/

sundry

разнообразный

Meaning

Various or miscellaneous.

Example

The shop sells fruits, clothes, and sundry items.

Магазин продает фрукты, одежду и разнообразные товары.

тяжело

Meaning

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

Example

The patient was severely injured in the accident.

Пациент был тяжело ранен в аварии.