B2 noun /ˈsikwəns/

Sequence

последовательность

Meaning

a particular order in which related events, movements, or things follow each other; a set of related events, movements, or things that follow each other in a particular order

Example

The dance sequence was perfectly choreographed.

Танцевальная последовательность была идеально хореографирована.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌtəl/

shuttle

транспортное средство, которое регулярно курсирует между двумя местами

Meaning

a vehicle or craft that travels regularly between two places.

Example

The airport shuttle runs every 30 minutes.

Аэропортовый шаттл ходит каждые 30 минут.

C1 noun /ˈsɪndɪkət/

syndicate

синдикат

Meaning

A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.

Example

A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company.

Синдикат инвесторов купил struggling компанию.

B1 noun /ˈʃoʊldər/

Shoulder

плечо

Meaning

the part of the body between the neck and the arm

Example

He carried the bag over his shoulder.

Он носил сумку на плече.

A2 noun /ˈseɪf.ti/

Safety

безопасность

Meaning

condition of being protected from danger, risk, or injury

Example

The company prioritizes workplace safety above all else.

Компания ставит безопасность на рабочем месте выше всего.

C1 adjective /ˈsaɪz.mɪk/

seismic

сейсмический

Meaning

Relating to earthquakes or vibrations of the earth and its crust.

Example

The region is known for its seismic activity.

Регион известен своей сейсмической активностью.

B2 noun /ˈstɔːrɪdʒ/

storage

хранение

Meaning

the action or method of storing something for future use

Example

The warehouse offers plenty of storage space.

Склад предлагает много места для хранения.

C1 noun ˌsɛlf.rɪˈstreɪnt

self-restraint

самоконтроль

Meaning

The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically an impulse or desire.

Example

Practicing self-restraint helps in avoiding impulsive decisions.

Практика самоконтроля помогает избегать импульсивных решений.

C1 verb /ˈstriːmlaɪnɪŋ/

streamlining

оптимизация

Meaning

The process of making an organization or system more efficient by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps

Example

Streamlining processes can significantly reduce operational costs.

Оптимизация процессов может значительно снизить операционные расходы.

C1 adjective /səˈsɛp.tə.bəl/

susceptible

подверженный или уязвимый к влиянию или повреждению чем-то определенным

Meaning

Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.

Example

Children are more susceptible to infections.

Дети более восприимчивы к инфекциям.

A1 modal verb /ʃʊd/

should

должен

Meaning

used to indicate obligation or duty

Example

You should study for your exams.

Тебе следует учить для экзаменов.

A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

скоро

Meaning

in a short time; before long; quickly

Example

The train will arrive soon.

Поезд скоро приедет.

A1 noun /snoʊ/

Snow

счастье

Meaning

white frozen water that falls from clouds as soft flakes

Example

The children played happily in the fresh snow.

Дети счастливо играли в свежем снегу.

B1 noun /ˈsæl.ər.i/

Salary

зарплата

Meaning

a fixed regular payment, typically paid on a monthly basis

Example

She receives a good salary for her work as a teacher.

Она получает хорошую зарплату за свою работу учителем.

B1 noun /ʃɑːrk/

Shark

акула

Meaning

a large marine fish with sharp teeth and a cartilaginous skeleton

Example

The shark is a powerful predator of the ocean.

Акула — мощный хищник океана.

B1 adverb /sɪnˈsɪrli/

sincerely

искренне

Meaning

with genuine feelings; honestly and truly

Example

I sincerely hope you recover soon.

Я искренне надеюсь, что вы скоро поправитесь.

C2 adjective /ˈstɒlɪd/

stolid

невозмутимый, стойкий

Meaning

Calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.

Example

Despite the chaos around him, he remained stolid and composed.

Несмотря на хаос вокруг него, он оставался спокойным и собранным.

C2 noun /ˈskɪnˌflɪnt/

skinflint

скряга

Meaning

a person who spends as little money as possible; a miser

Example

The landlord was such a skinflint that he never repaired anything.

Хозяин был таким скрягой, что никогда ничего не ремонтировал.

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, verb /ʃɒt/

shot

выстрел

Meaning

a single attempt to hit something, usually with a weapon or a ball

Example

He took a shot at the goal.

Он сделал выстрел по воротам.

B2 noun /strɔː/

straw

солома или трубка

Meaning

a thin tube for sucking up liquids; dried stalks of grain plants

Example

She drank the juice through a straw.

Она пила сок через соломинку.

C2 noun /ˈsɜːfdəm/

serfdom

крепостничество

Meaning

The status or condition of being a serf, bound to work for a lord.

Example

Many peasants in medieval Europe lived under serfdom.

Многие крестьяне в средневековой Европе жили в крепостном праве.

B2 noun /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

серьезность; важность

Meaning

the quality of being serious; gravity; importance

Example

The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.

Серьезность ситуации стала очевидной, когда врач заговорил.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊloʊ/

solo

соло

Meaning

performed by one person alone; a single performance

Example

She decided to perform a solo dance at the talent show.

Она решила выступить с сольным танцем на шоу талантов.

C1 noun /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪtər/

speculator

спекулянт

Meaning

A person who forms theories without evidence, or invests in assets hoping for profit.

Example

The real estate speculator bought land hoping its value would rise.

Спекулянт на недвижимости купил землю в надежде, что её стоимость возрастёт.

B1 noun /soʊl/

Soul

душа

Meaning

the spiritual or immaterial essence of a human being or animal; a person's emotional or intellectual nature

Example

She poured her heart and soul into her artwork.

Она вложила своё сердце и душу в своё произведение искусства.

C1 noun səˈlɪnɪti ɪnˈtruːʒən

salinity intrusion

проникновение соли

Meaning

The movement of salt water into freshwater areas, typically affecting coastal regions.

Example

Salinity intrusion affects coastal regions.

Проникновение соли влияет на прибрежные регионы.

B2 adjective ˈskɒl.ə.li

scholarly

учёный

Meaning

Having or showing great knowledge or learning; academic in approach or method.

Example

He wrote a scholarly article on ancient philosophy.

Он написал учёную статью о древней философии.

B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

разбить

Meaning

to break something into pieces violently

Example

She smashed the glass in frustration.

Она разбила стакан в отчаянии.

C1 noun /ˈstɛə.rɪ.əʊˌtaɪ.pɪŋ/

stereotyping

стереотипирование

Meaning

A widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing.

Example

Stereotyping people based on their race is harmful.

Стереотипирование людей на основе их расы вредно.

B1 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəl/

Signal

сигнал

Meaning

a gesture, action, or sound that conveys information or instruction

Example

The traffic signal turned red, so we stopped.

Светофор стал красным, поэтому мы остановились.

C1 verb /snɪər/

sneer

усмехаться

Meaning

to smile or speak in a mocking or contemptuous way

Example

She sneered at his attempt to sing.

Она насмехалась над его попыткой петь.

C2 noun /ˈsaʊər wʊd ˈæp.əl/

Sour wood apple

слоновое яблоко

Meaning

a tropical fruit with hard shell and tangy flesh; elephant apple

Example

The sour wood apple has a unique taste that many people enjoy.

Слоновое яблоко имеет уникальный вкус, который многим нравится.

B1 noun, verb /stɒk/

stock

запас

Meaning

a supply of goods kept for sale or use; to keep or fill with goods

Example

The shop stocks a wide variety of products.

Магазин имеет широкий ассортимент продуктов.

C1 noun /ˈstoʊəˌweɪ/

stowaway

нелегальный пассажир

Meaning

A person who hides on a ship, plane, or other vehicle in order to travel secretly without paying.

Example

The crew discovered a stowaway hiding in the cargo hold.

Экипаж обнаружил нелегального пассажира, прячущегося в грузовом отсеке.

C1 verb ˈsɪŋ.krə.naɪz

synchronize

синхронизировать

Meaning

To coordinate in time; to cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.

Example

The dancers need to synchronize their movements.

Танцоры должны синхронизировать свои движения.

A2 adjective /ˈselfɪʃ/

Selfish

эгоистичный

Meaning

caring only about oneself rather than others

Example

He was too selfish to share his food with others.

Он был слишком эгоистичен, чтобы поделиться своей едой с другими.

C1 verb /ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

superimpose

накладывать

Meaning

to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen

Example

The editor superimposed text over the image.

Редактор суперимпозировал текст на изображении.

B1 verb /siːk/

seek

искать

Meaning

to try to find or obtain something; to attempt or desire to achieve

Example

He decided to seek advice from his mentor.

Он решил искать совет у своего наставника.

C1 noun /səˈlɛmnɪti/

solemnity

торжественность

Meaning

the state or quality of being serious and dignified

Example

The ceremony was conducted with great solemnity.

Церемония была проведена с большой торжественностью.

C1 noun /sɪv/

sieve

сито

Meaning

a utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom, used for straining or sifting

Example

She used a sieve to strain the pasta.

Она использовала сито, чтобы процеживать пасту.

B2 adjective /suːˈpɜːrb/

superb

превосходный

Meaning

extremely good; excellent

Example

The hotel provided superb service during our stay.

Отель предоставил превосходное обслуживание во время нашего пребывания.

A2 noun /ʃɪp/

Ship

корабль

Meaning

a large watercraft that travels the world's oceans and seas

Example

The cargo ship departed from the port at dawn.

Грузовой корабль отплыл из порта на рассвете.

A1 verb /set/

set

установить

Meaning

to put or place something in a position; to establish

Example

She set the book on the table.

Она поставила книгу на стол.

C1 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪnˈdʌldʒəns/

self-indulgence

самоудовлетворение

Meaning

The act of allowing oneself to enjoy pleasures or desires excessively.

Example

His weekend of self-indulgence included eating sweets and watching movies nonstop.

Его уикенд самоудовлетворения включал поедание сладкого и просмотр фильмов без остановки.

B1 noun /saɪt/

site

место

Meaning

a location or place, often used for a specific purpose, such as a construction site or a website

Example

The construction site is ready for the next phase of the project.

Строительный участок готов к следующей фазе проекта.

B2 verb /spreɪ/

spray

распылять

Meaning

to apply liquid to something in a fine mist

Example

She sprayed perfume on her wrist before leaving.

Она распылила духи на своё запястье перед тем, как уйти.

B1 adverb /ˈsædli/

sadly

грустно

Meaning

in a sorrowful or unhappy manner

Example

She sadly waved goodbye as the train departed.

Она грустно помахала рукой, когда поезд отправлялся.

C1 noun /stɪnt/

stint

временная работа

Meaning

a period of time spent doing a particular job or activity

Example

She did a short stint as a teacher before moving abroad.

Она работала учителем в течение короткого времени, прежде чем уехать за границу.

C1 noun /ˈsɜːrəɡət/

surrogate

суррогат

Meaning

A substitute, especially a person deputizing for another in a specific role or office.

Example

The surrogate mother gave birth to the child after carrying it for nine months.

Суррогатная мать родила ребенка после того, как выносила его девять месяцев.

B2 noun /slɛdʒ/

sledge

сани

Meaning

a vehicle for traveling over snow, often pulled by animals

Example

The children rode a sledge down the snowy hill.

Дети катались на санях с заснеженной горы.

C2 noun /ˈseɪ.li.əns/

salience

выразительность

Meaning

The quality of being particularly noticeable or important; prominence.

Example

The salience of the issue was highlighted in the debate.

Выразительность проблемы была выделена в дебатах.

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.

A1 noun /ˈʃʊɡər/

Sugar

сахар

Meaning

sweet crystalline substance used as a sweetener

Example

Please add two teaspoons of sugar to my coffee.

Пожалуйста, добавьте две чайные ложки сахара в мой кофе.

B2 adverb /ˈsoʊlli/

solely

исключительно

Meaning

only; not involving anyone or anything else

Example

He is solely responsible for the decision.

Он полностью ответственен за это решение.

C2 noun /ˈsɒfɪst/

sophist

софист

Meaning

a person who uses clever but misleading arguments

Example

He was dismissed as a sophist who twisted facts to win debates.

Его отстранили как софиста, который искажал факты, чтобы выиграть дебаты.

A2 noun /stres/

stress

стресс

Meaning

Physical, mental, or emotional strain or tension.

Example

Excessive stress can lead to health issues.

Чрезмерный стресс может привести к проблемам со здоровьем.

C1 noun səˌfɪs.tɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

sophistication

высокий уровень сложности или утонченности

Meaning

High level of complexity or refinement.

Example

The sophistication of modern AI technology is remarkable.

Сложность современной технологии ИИ удивительна.

B1 noun ˈstæn.dədz

standards

стандарты

Meaning

A level of quality or attainment; a required or agreed level of quality or attainment.

Example

High standards inspire competitors.

Высокие стандарты вдохновляют соперников.

A2 noun /skɪn/

Skin

кожа

Meaning

the outer covering of the body; the natural outer covering of a fruit or vegetable

Example

Her skin was soft and smooth.

Её кожа была мягкой и гладкой.

C1 noun/verb /stæmˈpiːd/

stampede

паника

Meaning

A sudden, uncontrolled rush of people or animals; to cause a mass movement.

Example

The loud noise caused a stampede of the crowd.

Громкий звук вызвал панику в толпе.

C2 noun /ˈstætɪks/

statics

статика

Meaning

The branch of mechanics dealing with bodies at rest and forces in equilibrium.

Example

She is studying statics as part of her engineering course.

Она изучает статику в рамках своего инженерного курса.

C2 adjective /ˈsiːmli/

seemly

подобающий

Meaning

proper or appropriate in behavior or appearance

Example

It was not seemly to argue loudly during the ceremony.

Не было подобающим спорить громко во время церемонии.

A1 noun /skuːl/

school

школа

Meaning

An institution for educating children; also a group of people sharing the same ideas or discipline.

Example

The children walked to school together.

Дети пошли в школу вместе.

C1 adjective /ˈstrɪndʒənt/

stringent

строгий

Meaning

strict, precise, and exacting

Example

The government imposed stringent measures during the crisis.

Правительство ввело строгие меры в период кризиса.

Meaning

to move or hide secretly, often because you are planning something bad or are feeling guilty

Example

He tried to skulk in the shadows to avoid being seen.

C1 noun /ˈsəʊdiəm/

sodium

натрий

Meaning

a soft, silver-white chemical element that is highly reactive and found in salt.

Example

Sodium is an essential element for maintaining fluid balance in the body.

Натрий — это важный элемент для поддержания баланса жидкости в организме.

B2 verb /slæm/

slam

ударить с силой

Meaning

to close or hit something with great force

Example

He slammed the door angrily after the argument.

Он с силой закрыл дверь после ссоры.

C1 adjective /ˈskɛtʃi/

sketchy

незавершенный

Meaning

not thorough or detailed; suspicious or unsafe

Example

The details of the project were still sketchy.

Детали проекта все еще были незавершенными.

C2 verb /sɪˈkwɛstreɪt/

sequestrate

конфисковать

Meaning

To take legal possession of assets until a debt is paid or disputes are resolved.

Example

The court decided to sequestrate the company's property.

Суд решил конфисковать имущество компании.

C1 noun /səˈprɑːnoʊ/

soprano

самый высокий женский или детский голос

Meaning

the highest female or boy’s singing voice

Example

She sang beautifully in the soprano range during the concert.

Она пела прекрасно в сопрановом регистре во время концерта.

B2 noun ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl

self-control

самоконтроль

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

Example

Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life.

Самоконтроль важен для поддержания сбалансированной жизни.

B1 adjective /ˈsʌm.wʌt/

Somewhat

немного; немного; умеренно

Meaning

to some extent; rather; moderately

Example

The movie was somewhat interesting but not great.

Фильм был немного интересным, но не великим.

B2 verb /sweɪ/

sway

качать

Meaning

To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.

Example

The trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Деревья качались мягко на ветру.

C2 adjective /sɪˈbeɪʃəs/

sebaceous

связанный с себумом

Meaning

Relating to or secreting sebum, an oily substance from the skin.

Example

Acne is often caused by overactive sebaceous glands.

Акне часто вызвано гиперактивными сальными железами.

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 /smɔːl boʊl/

Small bowl

малая миска

Meaning

a round, shallow container of small size used for serving food or liquids

Example

She served the soup in a small bowl.

Она подала суп в маленькой миске.

C1 noun /ˈspaɪər/

spire

шпиль

Meaning

a tall, pointed structure on top of a building, especially a church

Example

The church spire could be seen from miles away.

Церковный шпиль был виден издалека.

B2 verb /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

поддерживать

Meaning

To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.

Example

The team worked hard to sustain their success.

Команда усердно работала, чтобы поддерживать их успех.

C1 noun /ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/

shaving

бритьё

Meaning

the act of removing hair with a razor; a thin strip or piece shaved from something

Example

He bought a new cream for shaving.

Он купил новый крем для бритья.

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

сверхъестественный

Meaning

relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world

Example

The old house was said to have supernatural powers.

Старый дом, по слухам, обладал сверхъестественными силами.

A1 noun /saɪd/

side

сторона

Meaning

a position to the left or right of something

Example

The store is on the side of the road.

Магазин находится сбоку от дороги.

B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

гладко; без проблем

Meaning

without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way

Example

The car runs smoothly on the new highway.

Машина едет гладко по новой трассе.

C1 noun /ˈsɪlk.wɜːrm/

Silk-worm

шелкопряд

Meaning

the caterpillar of a moth that produces silk fibers used to make silk fabric

Example

Silkworms feed on mulberry leaves to produce silk.

Шелкопряды питаются листьями тутового дерева, чтобы производить шелк.

C2 noun /sɪlf/

sylph

сильфида

Meaning

A mythical spirit of the air; also refers to a slender, graceful woman.

Example

She moved across the stage like a sylph, light and graceful.

Она двигалась по сцене как сильфида, легкая и грациозная.

B2 noun /ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/

Separation

разделение; отделение; разделение

Meaning

the action or state of moving or being moved apart; the division of something into constituent or distinct elements

Example

The separation of the two countries was peaceful.

Разделение двух стран было мирным.

B2 adjective /ˈspiː.di/

Speedy

быстрый; скоростной; ловкий;

Meaning

moving or happening quickly; fast

Example

The speedy delivery service arrived within an hour.

Служба быстрой доставки прибыла в течение часа.

C2 adjective /ˈsfɪŋks laɪk/

sphinx-like

таинственный

Meaning

Mysterious, enigmatic, or difficult to interpret

Example

Her sphinx-like smile made it hard to guess what she was thinking.

Её улыбка, как у сфинкса, заставляла гадать, о чём она думает.

C2 noun /ˈsɛkstənt/

sextant

секстант

Meaning

a navigational instrument with a graduated arc of 60°, used to measure the angle between a celestial object and the horizon

Example

Using a sextant, the navigator fixed the ship’s position at noon.

Используя секстант, навигатор определил положение корабля в полдень.

C2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɛr.i/

seminary

семинария

Meaning

A school or college for training priests, ministers, or rabbis.

Example

He decided to enroll in a seminary to study theology.

Он решил записаться в семинарию, чтобы изучать теологию.

C1 noun /ˌsæl.jʊˈteɪ.ʃən/

Salutation

приветствие; выражение доброй воли

Meaning

a greeting; an expression of goodwill

Example

The letter began with a formal salutation.

Письмо началось с формального приветствия.

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.

C1 adjective /stiːpt/

steeped

пропитанный

Meaning

Completely surrounded by or filled with a particular quality, influence, or experience.

Example

The town is steeped in history and tradition.

Город пропитан историей и традициями.

C2 verb /ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪt/

scintillate

мерцать

Meaning

to sparkle or shine brightly; to emit flashes of light

Example

The diamond ring scintillated under the bright lights.

Алмазное кольцо мерцало под ярким светом.

A2 adjective /ˈsep.ər.ət/

Separate

отдельно; различно; индивидуально; в стороне

Meaning

distinct; not connected; individual; apart

Example

Please keep your personal and professional lives separate.

Пожалуйста, держите вашу личную и профессиональную жизнь отдельно.

A2 noun /ˈstrɔːbəri/

Strawberry

клубника

Meaning

a small red heart-shaped fruit with tiny seeds on the surface and sweet taste

Example

I love eating fresh strawberries with cream during summer.

Я люблю есть свежую клубнику с кремом летом.

B2 noun /soʊl/

Sole

подошва; подошва обуви

Meaning

the bottom part of the foot; the bottom part of a shoe

Example

I have a blister on the sole of my foot.

У меня есть волдырь на подошве стопы.

C1 adjective /ˌsɛlf ˈraɪtʃəs/

self-righteous

самодовольный

Meaning

Having or showing an attitude of moral superiority; believing one’s own beliefs are the only right ones.

Example

His self-righteous comments made everyone uncomfortable.

Его самодовольные комментарии заставили всех почувствовать себя неуютно.

C2 adjective /ˌsuːpərˈnuːmərɛri/

supernumerary

дополнительный

Meaning

Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.

Example

The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes.

В пьесе были несколько дополнительных актеров, чтобы заполнить фоновые сцены.

A2 noun /səˈluː.ʃən/

Solution

решение; ответ; жидкая смесь

Meaning

an answer to a problem; a liquid mixture

Example

We need to find a solution to this problem.

Нам нужно найти решение этой проблемы.

C1 noun /sɛkt/

sect

секта

Meaning

a subgroup of a larger religious or political group, often with differing beliefs

Example

The group split into different sects due to doctrinal differences.

Группа разделилась на разные секты из-за доктринальных различий.

A1 noun /ˈʃɒpɪŋ/

shopping

шоппинг

Meaning

the activity of going to shops to buy things

Example

She spent the afternoon shopping for clothes.

Она провела день, покупая одежду.

C1 noun /ˈsɑːɡə/

saga

долгая история

Meaning

A long story of heroic achievement, or a long, complex series of events.

Example

The company's rise and fall became a corporate saga.

Подъем и падение компании стало корпоративной сагой.

B2 adverb /sɪˈvɪərli/

severely

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.

C1 adjective /ˈseɪ.li.ənt/

salient

важный, заметный или выдающийся

Meaning

Most important, prominent, or noticeable

Example

The report highlighted the salient points of the discussion.

Отчёт выделил важнейшие моменты обсуждения.

B1 noun /sleɪv/

slave

раб

Meaning

a person who is the legal property of another and is forced to work for them

Example

The abolitionist movement fought for the rights of slaves.

Аборигенистское движение боролось за права рабов.

B2 noun /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

поселение; соглашение

Meaning

a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute

Example

The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.

Раннее поселение было построено рядом с рекой для удобного доступа к воде.

A1 verb /sel/

sell

продавать

Meaning

to give something to someone in exchange for money

Example

They sell fresh fruits at the market.

Они продают свежие фрукты на рынке.

C1 verb /ˈstriːm.laɪn/

streamline

упрощать или повышать эффективность

Meaning

To make a process simpler and more efficient.

Example

The company aims to streamline production to reduce costs.

Компания стремится оптимизировать производство для снижения затрат.

B2 noun ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs

social justice

социальная справедливость

Meaning

Justice in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within a society.

Example

Social justice ensures equality of opportunity.

Социальная справедливость обеспечивает равенство возможностей.

A2 preposition /sɪns/

since

с

Meaning

from a particular time in the past until now

Example

I have known her since childhood.

Я знаю её с детства.

C2 noun /ˌsuː.pər.əˈbʌn.dəns/

superabundance

сверхизбыток

Meaning

An excessive or overflowing amount of something.

Example

The garden was filled with a superabundance of flowers.

Сад был заполнен сверхизбыточным количеством цветов.

B2 noun /sɛnˈseɪʃən/

Sensation

сенсация; возбуждение; волнение; интерес

Meaning

a physical feeling or perception resulting from something that happens to or comes into contact with the body; a widespread reaction of interest and excitement

Example

The new singer became an overnight sensation.

Новый певец стал сенсацией за одну ночь.

C1 verb /ˈsætʃəˌreɪt/

saturate

Meaning

to fill completely with something until no more can be absorbed

Example

The heavy rain saturated the ground within minutes.