B2 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

социальная ответственность

Meaning

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

Example

Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.

Социальная ответственность должна быть частью образовательной программы.

B2 verb /stæk/

stack

складывать или накапливать

Meaning

to arrange things in a neat pile or one on top of another

Example

He stacked the books neatly on the shelf.

Он аккуратно сложил книги на полке.

B2 verb /sniːk/

sneak

Meaning

to move quietly and secretly to avoid being noticed

Example

He tried to sneak into the house without waking anyone.

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.

B2 noun (plural) /skræps/

scraps

остатки

Meaning

Small pieces left over from something; also small fights or quarrels.

Example

The dog ate the scraps from the table.

Собака съела остатки со стола.

B2 adverb /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/

subsequently

затем

Meaning

at a later time; afterward

Example

He failed his exam and subsequently had to retake it.

Он не сдал экзамен и затем ему пришлось его пересдавать.

B2 verb /slæp/

slap

пощёчина

Meaning

to hit someone quickly with the flat part of the hand; to strike sharply

Example

She was so angry that she slapped him across the face.

Она была так злонамерена, что ударила его по лицу.

B2 noun /ˈstɑːrtər/

starter

человек или вещь, которая что-то начинает; первое блюдо на обеде

Meaning

a person or thing that starts something; the first course of a meal

Example

The starter of the meal was a fresh salad.

Первое блюдо на обеде было свежее салат.

B2 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

разбивать

Meaning

To break suddenly into many small pieces.

Example

The glass will shatter if you drop it.

Стекло разобьется, если ты уронишь его.

B2 noun /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

социология

Meaning

the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions

Example

She is studying sociology at university.

Она изучает социологию в университете.

B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

умно; стильно; быстро

Meaning

in a clever or intelligent way; neatly and stylishly; quickly

Example

He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.

Он был одет стильно для деловой встречи.

B2 noun /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

специализация

Meaning

a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field

Example

His speciality is Italian cuisine.

Его специализация — итальянская кухня.

B2 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

резко

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

Цены резко выросли после объявления.

B2 adjective /ˌsen.tɪˈmen.təl/

Sentimental

сентиментальный

Meaning

having tender feelings; being emotional about memories or experiences

Example

She became sentimental when looking at old family photographs.

Она стала сентиментальной, когда смотрела на старые семейные фотографии.

B2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt/

sergeant

сержант

Meaning

A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.

Example

The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission.

Сержант отдал приказы солдатам перед миссией.

B2 noun /ˈspɛʃəlti/

specialty

специализация

Meaning

a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels

Example

Her specialty is pediatric medicine.

Её специализация — педиатрия.

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 ˌsænɪˈteɪʃən

sanitation

санитария

Meaning

Conditions relating to public health, especially the provision of clean drinking water and adequate sewage disposal.

Example

Good sanitation practices are key to preventing infestations.

Хорошие санитарные практики ключ к предотвращению заражений.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmpəθaɪz/

sympathize

сочувствовать

Meaning

to feel sorry for someone; to understand and share someone's feelings

Example

I sympathize with your loss.

Я сочувствую вашей утрате.

B2 adjective /ˈstuː.di.əs/

Studious

студийный; посвящённый учёбе

Meaning

characterized by diligent study; devoted to learning

Example

She is a studious student who spends hours in the library.

Она усердная студентка, которая проводит часы в библиотеке.

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 /swiːp/

sweep

подметать

Meaning

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

Example

She sweeps the floor every morning.

Она подметает пол каждое утро.

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.

B2 noun /ˈsmɑːrt.nəs/

Smartness

ум; сообразительность; аккуратный и модный внешний вид

Meaning

intelligence; cleverness; neat and fashionable appearance

Example

Her smartness in solving problems impressed everyone.

Её умение решать проблемы произвело впечатление на всех.

B2 adjective /ˈskɑː.lət/

Scarlet

алый

Meaning

a bright red color with a slightly orange tinge

Example

The scarlet roses in the garden looked magnificent in the morning light.

Алые розы в саду выглядели великолепно на утреннем свету.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

излишек

Meaning

An amount that is more than what is needed.

Example

The country has a surplus of food this year.

В этом году в стране излишек продуктов питания.

B2 noun /ˈskɔːr.pi.ən/

Scorpion

скорпион

Meaning

a small creature with eight legs, two claws, and a curved tail with a poisonous sting

Example

The scorpion hid under the rock during the day.

Скорпион спрятался под камнем в течение дня.

B2 noun /ˈstɑːrt.ʌp/

startup

новое предприятие

Meaning

A newly established business, especially a small technology or business company that is just beginning operations.

Example

The startup secured funding from investors.

Стартап получил финансирование от инвесторов.

B2 adjective /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

skeptical

скептический

Meaning

not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations

Example

She was skeptical about the new plan.

Она была скептически настроена к новому плану.

B2 noun /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Meaning

a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product

Example

The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.

B2 noun /ˈspɛktrəm/

spectrum

спектр

Meaning

A range of different things, often related to colors, ideas, or classifications.

Example

The festival attracted people from across the political spectrum.

Фестиваль привлек людей со всего политического спектра.

B2 verb /ˈsʌfəkeɪt/

suffocate

задохнуться

Meaning

to cause someone to die or have difficulty breathing by depriving them of air

Example

The child nearly suffocated when trapped in the locked room.

Rebyonok pochti zadokhalsya, nakhodyas' v zaporozhennom komnate.

B2 adjective /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

сексуальный

Meaning

relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals

Example

The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.

Сексуальное здоровье людей — важная тема в современной медицине.

B2 verb səˈpres

suppress

подавлять

Meaning

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

Example

Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.

Власти должны подавлять преступную деятельность на кампусах.

B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

рои

Meaning

A large group of insects or people moving together.

Example

A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.

Рой пчел окружил дерево.

B2 noun/verb /ˈsɜːveɪ/

survey

опрос, анкетирование

Meaning

noun: an examination or inspection; verb: to examine or measure (an area or subject)

Example

They conducted a survey to understand customer preferences.

Они провели опрос, чтобы понять предпочтения клиентов.

B2 noun /ˌsuːvəˈnɪər/

Souvenir

сувенир

Meaning

a thing that is kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event; a memento

Example

I bought a small souvenir from the gift shop.

Я купил небольшой сувенир в магазине подарков.

B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

возможная ситуация

Meaning

a possible situation or sequence of events

Example

The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.

Компания подготовилась к худшему сценарию.

B2 verb, noun /stɔːl/

stall

остановить, киоск

Meaning

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

Example

The car stalled on the way to the office.

Машина остановилась по пути в офис.

B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

приостановлено

Meaning

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

Example

He was suspended from school for a week.

Он был приостановлен в школе на неделю.

B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

стимул

Meaning

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

Example

Plants respond to external stimulus.

Растения реагируют на внешний стимул.

B2 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

жесткий; твердый; негибкий

Meaning

not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm

Example

The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.

Старая деревянная доска была слишком жесткой, чтобы согнуться.

B2 noun /ˈswɛər wɜːrd/

swear-word

ругань

Meaning

An offensive or rude word used to express anger or frustration.

Example

He shouted a swear-word when he hit his toe.

Он закричал ругательство, когда ушиб палец на ноге.

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/

seminar

семинар

Meaning

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

Example

The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change.

Профессор пригласил всех студентов на семинар по изменению климата.

B2 verb /ʃrʌɡ/

shrug

пожать плечами

Meaning

To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.

Example

He shrugged when asked about the missing file.

Он пожал плечами, когда его спросили о потерянном файле.

B2 verb /səʊ/

sew

счастье

Meaning

to join pieces of fabric or material together using a needle and thread

Example

She learned to sew her own clothes at an early age.

Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

симуляция

Meaning

the imitation of a situation or process

Example

The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.

Симуляция помогла студентам понять сложную теорию.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

покрытый мылом; пенистый

Meaning

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

Example

The dishes were still soapy after washing.

Тарелки всё ещё были мыльными после мытья.

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.

B2 verb /ˈsɪmplɪfaɪ/

simplify

упростить

Meaning

to make easier to understand or do; to reduce complexity

Example

The teacher simplified the complex equation for the students.

Учитель упростил сложное уравнение для студентов.

B2 noun /sɛnt/

scent

аромат

Meaning

a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one

Example

The scent of roses filled the garden.

Аромат роз наполнил сад.

B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

царапать, скрести

Meaning

to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort

Example

He scraped his knee while playing football.

Он поцарапал колено, играя в футбол.

B2 noun /ˈspætʃ.ʊ.lə/

Spatula

шпатула

Meaning

a kitchen utensil with a flat, flexible blade used for mixing, spreading, or lifting food

Example

I used a spatula to flip the pancakes in the pan.

Я использовал лопатку, чтобы перевернуть блины на сковороде.

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.

B2 noun ˌsɛlf ˈdɪs.ə.plɪn

self-discipline

самодисциплина

Meaning

The ability to control one's emotions and behavior.

Example

Self-discipline is crucial for achieving long-term success.

Самодисциплина важна для достижения долгосрочного успеха.

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 adjective /ˈsoʊlər/

solar

солнечный

Meaning

Relating to or determined by the sun

Example

The house is powered by solar energy.

Этот дом работает на солнечной энергии.

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.

B2 noun /sliːv/

Sleeve

рукав

Meaning

the part of a garment that covers the arm

Example

She rolled up her sleeves before starting to cook.

Она закатила рукава перед тем, как начать готовить.

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.

B2 verb /ˈsʌməraɪz/

summarize

подводить итог

Meaning

To give a brief statement of the main points of something

Example

She summarized the report in just a few minutes.

Она суммировала отчет всего за несколько минут.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːdʒən/

surgeon

хирург

Meaning

a doctor who performs medical operations

Example

The surgeon performed a complex heart operation.

Хирург выполнил сложную операцию на сердце.

B2 noun /streɪn/

Strain

напряжение; давление; усталость;

Meaning

pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources

Example

Working long hours put a strain on his health.

Долгие часы работы оказали давление на его здоровье.

B2 verb /swer/

swear

клясться

Meaning

to use offensive language; to promise solemnly; to take an oath

Example

I swear to tell the truth.

Я клянусь сказать правду.

B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

ласточка

Meaning

a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail

Example

The swallow built its nest under the roof.

Ласточка построила гнездо под крышей.

B2 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

священный

Meaning

connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship

Example

The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.

Священный храм посетили тысячи паломников.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf əˈwɛə.nəs/

self-awareness

самосознание

Meaning

Conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.

Example

Self-awareness helps in understanding one's emotions and actions.

Самосознание помогает понять эмоции и действия человека.

B2 verb, noun /sniːz/

sneeze

чихать

Meaning

to expel air involuntarily from the nose and mouth due to irritation; the act of sneezing

Example

I had to sneeze during the meeting.

Мне пришлось чихнуть во время встречи.

B2 adjective /ˈstaɪ.lɪʃ/

Stylish

модный и привлекательный; с элегантностью или вкусом в облике

Meaning

fashionable and attractive; having elegance or taste in appearance

Example

She wore a stylish dress to the party.

Она надела стильное платье на вечеринку.

B2 verb /spɛər/

spare

дать что-то лишнее / спасать

Meaning

To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.

Example

Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?

Можете ли вы уделить мне несколько минут вашего времени?

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊʃəbəl/

Sociable

общительный; дружелюбный; экстраверт

Meaning

friendly and enjoys being with other people; outgoing

Example

She is very sociable and makes friends easily.

Она очень общительная и легко находит друзей.

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.

B2 adjective /slɪm/

slim

стройный

Meaning

thin in an attractive or healthy way; small in amount or chance

Example

She looked slim in her new dress.

Она выглядела стройной в своем новом платье.

B2 verb /ˈʃɔːrtn/

shorten

сокращать

Meaning

To make something shorter in length, duration, or extent

Example

She decided to shorten her speech to fit the time limit.

Она решила сократить свою речь, чтобы уложиться в отведенное время.

B2 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

приостановить

Meaning

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

Example

The company decided to suspend his membership.

Компания решила приостановить его членство.

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.

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

осада

Meaning

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

Example

The castle fell after a long siege.

Замок пал после долгой осады.

B2 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

прокрутка

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

Прокрутка ленты тратит много времени.

B2 adjective /ˈstɑː.ri/

Starry

звездный; яркий;

Meaning

full of stars; shining like stars; relating to stars

Example

We enjoyed the starry night sky while camping in the mountains.

Мы наслаждались звездным ночным небом, когда мы лагерировали в горах.

B2 adjective ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs

simultaneous

одновременный

Meaning

Occurring, operating, or done at the same time.

Example

Simultaneous crop failures affect global food supply.

Одновременные сбои урожая влияют на глобальное снабжение продовольствием.

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 /ˈstiː.mər/

Steamer

пароход

Meaning

a ship or boat powered by steam engines

Example

The old steamer crossed the river slowly.

Старый пароход медленно пересек реку.

B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

разбить

Meaning

to break something into pieces violently

Example

She smashed the glass in frustration.

Она разбила стакан в отчаянии.

B2 noun/verb /skræp/

scrap

кусок / выбросить

Meaning

A small piece of something; to discard or get rid of something.

Example

He used a scrap of paper to jot down the number.

Он использовал кусок бумаги, чтобы записать номер.

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.

B2 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

устойчивое развитие

Meaning

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Example

Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.

Экотуризм способствует устойчивому развитию в местных сообществах.

B2 noun /ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

specification

спецификация

Meaning

a detailed description or assessment of something

Example

The product specification includes all the necessary details.

Спецификация продукта включает все необходимые детали.

B2 noun /ˈsɛnsər/

sensor

счастье

Meaning

a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it

Example

The motion sensor turned on the light automatically.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /ˈsɛktər/

sector

сектор

Meaning

a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry

Example

The technology sector is growing rapidly.

Технологический сектор быстро растет.

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.

B2 adjective /ˌsʌp.lɪˈmen.tər.i/

Supplementary

дополнительный; вспомогательный; дополнительный

Meaning

completing or making an addition to something; additional; extra

Example

Students need to buy supplementary books for the course.

Студенты должны купить дополнительные книги для курса.

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.

B2 noun sɔɪl ɪˈrəʊʒən

soil erosion

эрозия почвы

Meaning

The wearing away of topsoil by water, wind, or other natural forces.

Example

Soil erosion can lead to the loss of fertile land.

Эрозия почвы может привести к потере плодородных земель.

B2 adjective ˈsɑːləm

solemn

торжественный

Meaning

Formal and dignified; characterized by deep sincerity.

Example

The day begins with a solemn ceremony at the memorial.

День начинается с торжественной церемонии у мемориала.

B2 noun /ˈsiːkər/

seeker

ищущий

Meaning

a person who is looking for something, especially knowledge or truth

Example

The seeker traveled far to find the answers to his questions.

Ищущий путешествовал далеко, чтобы найти ответы на свои вопросы.

B2 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

избирательный

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

В университете есть избирательный процесс поступления для новых студентов.

B2 verb /ˈskrɪbəl/

scribble

царапать

Meaning

to write or draw carelessly or quickly

Example

The child scribbled all over the wall.

Ребенок начертил все на стене.

B2 noun /skʌl/

Skull

череп

Meaning

the bony framework of the head that protects the brain

Example

The doctor examined the skull X-ray carefully.

Доктор внимательно проверил рентгеновский снимок черепа.

B2 noun /səˈplaɪə(r)/

supplier

поставщик

Meaning

a person or company that provides goods or services

Example

The supplier delivered the products on time.

Поставщик доставил продукцию вовремя.

B2 noun /ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

syndrome

синдром

Meaning

a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a condition or disease

Example

Down syndrome affects a person's physical and mental development.

Синдром Дауна влияет на физическое и умственное развитие человека.

B2 verb /skæn/

scan

счастье

Meaning

To look at something carefully or quickly; to digitally copy or capture an image or document.

Example

She scanned the document before sending it by email.

Она не могла скрыть свое счастье, когда получила награду.

B2 noun /səˈspɪʃən/

Suspicion

подозрение

Meaning

a feeling or thought that someone is guilty of an illegal or dishonest activity

Example

The police arrested him on suspicion of theft.

Полиция арестовала его по подозрению в краже.

B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

обдуманный

Meaning

carefully considered, deliberate, or planned

Example

Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.

Её ответ был спокойным и обдуманным, не импульсивным.

B2 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

сжимать

Meaning

to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

Example

She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.

Она сжала тюбик с зубной пастой, чтобы извлечь последнюю часть.

B2 noun /ˈsɜːvɪŋ/

serving

порция

Meaning

a portion of food for one person; the act of giving food or drink to someone

Example

He ate a large serving of rice and curry.

Он съел большую порцию риса с карри.

B2 verb /stʌn/

stun

ошеломить, потрясти

Meaning

to shock or surprise someone greatly; to knock someone unconscious or dazed

Example

The news of her sudden resignation stunned everyone.

Новость о её внезапной отставке ошеломила всех.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/

self-esteem

самооценка

Meaning

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

Example

Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort.

Развитие самооценки требует времени и постоянных усилий.

B2 noun ˈstræt.ɪ.dʒiz

strategies

стратегии

Meaning

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

Example

Effective strategies can mitigate climate change impacts.

Эффективные стратегии могут смягчить последствия изменения климата.

B2 noun, verb /striːk/

streak

полоса или линия; двигаться очень быстро в определенном направлении

Meaning

a long, thin line or mark; to move very quickly in a specified direction

Example

Lightning streaked across the night sky.

Молния пронеслась по ночному небу.

B2 verb /sɔːr/

soar

взлетать / быстро увеличиваться

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

Орел взлетел высоко над горами.

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.

B2 noun /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

Meaning

a payment for regular delivery of a service or product; an arrangement to receive something regularly

Example

I canceled my Netflix subscription because I wasn't watching it enough.

Я отменил свою подписку на Netflix, потому что я не смотрел его достаточно.

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.

B2 noun /sərˈvaɪvər/

Survivor

человек, который выжил, особенно человек, оставшийся в живых после события, в котором другие погибли

Meaning

a person who survives, especially a person remaining alive after an event in which others have died

Example

She is a cancer survivor who now helps other patients.

Она выжившая от рака, которая теперь помогает другим пациентам.

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

позорный; бесславный; стыдный

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

Его позорное поведение опозорило всю семью.

B2 noun speɪs ɪksplɔːˈreɪʃən

space exploration

исследование космоса

Meaning

The investigation of outer space by means of manned and unmanned spacecraft.

Example

Space exploration has expanded our knowledge of the universe.

Исследование космоса расширило наши знания о вселенной.

B2 adjective /ˈspeɪ.ʃəs/

Spacious

просторный; вместительный

Meaning

having a lot of space; roomy and comfortable

Example

The house has a spacious living room with high ceilings.

В доме есть просторная гостиная с высокими потолками.

B2 noun /skɑːr/

Scar

шрам

Meaning

a mark left on the skin after a wound has healed; lasting emotional damage

Example

The accident left a permanent scar on his forehead.

Авария оставила постоянный шрам на его лбу.

B2 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

связанный с хирургией

Meaning

relating to or involving surgery

Example

She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.

Она прошла хирургическое лечение для восстановления повреждений.

B2 verb /ˈskræmbəl/

scramble

быстро забираться или смешивать

Meaning

to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way

Example

The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite.

Дети быстро забрались на холм, чтобы поймать воздушного змея.