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B2 noun /speɪd/

Spade

лопата
Meaning
a tool with a flat blade for digging; a playing card suit
Example
The gardener used a spade to dig holes for planting flowers.
Садовник использовал лопату, чтобы выкопать ямы для посадки цветов.
B2 noun /ˈseɪf.ɡɑːrd/

Safeguard

защита
Meaning
measure or action designed to protect someone or something
Example
New safeguards were implemented to prevent data breaches.
Были введены новые меры защиты для предотвращения утечек данных.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪr.i.əl/

Serial

серийный; последовательный
Meaning
happening in a series; consecutive; arranged in order
Example
The serial killer was finally caught after years of investigation.
Серийный убийца был пойман после нескольких лет расследования.
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.
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.
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 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 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 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.
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 /ˈsʌt.əl/

subtle

тонкий, легкий, изысканный
Meaning
So delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze or describe; making use of clever and indirect methods.
Example
The artist's use of color was subtle yet powerful.
Использование цвета художником было тонким, но мощным.
B2 noun /ˈsaɪd.laɪn/

sideline

второстепенная работа
Meaning
An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.
Example
The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding.
Второстепенные обсуждения привели к взаимопониманию.
B2 noun, adjective /ˈsoʊʃəlɪst/

socialist

социалист
Meaning
a person who advocates for socialism; relating to socialism
Example
He is a well-known socialist writer.
Он известный писатель-социалист.
B2 verb /ˈspɛsɪfaɪ/

specify

указать
Meaning
to state or describe something clearly and exactly
Example
Please specify the time and place of the meeting.
Пожалуйста, укажите время и место встречи.
B2 verb ˈsiːlɪŋ

sealing

герметизировать, закрывать
Meaning
The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.
Example
Sealing cracks in the walls can prevent pests from entering.
Запечатывание трещин в стенах может предотвратить проникновение вредителей.
B2 noun /ˈsiː.mən/

Seaman

моряк
Meaning
a person who works on a ship; sailor
Example
The experienced seaman navigated the ship through the storm.
Опытный моряк управлял кораблем через шторм.
B2 noun /ˈsæb.ə.tɑːʒ/

Sabotage

саботаж
Meaning
deliberate destruction of equipment or disruption of activities
Example
The factory was shut down due to an act of sabotage.
Завод был закрыт из-за акта саботажа.
B2 noun /ˈsʌ.plɪ.mənt/

Supplement

добавка
Meaning
something that completes or adds to something else; a dietary product
Example
She takes vitamin supplements to maintain her health.
Она принимает витаминные добавки для поддержания своего здоровья.
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 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.
B2 noun /skɛtʃ/

sketch

эскиз
Meaning
a simple, rough drawing or outline
Example
He made a quick sketch of the landscape.
Он сделал быстрый эскиз пейзажа.
B2 noun /ˈsæksəfoʊn/

Saxophone

саксофон
Meaning
a wind musical instrument with a curved metal body and a single reed mouthpiece
Example
The jazz musician played a beautiful solo on his saxophone.
Джазовый музыкант сыграл прекрасное соло на своем саксофоне.
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

Аист
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
Аист построил своё гнездо на вершине высокого дымохода.
B2 noun /spæm/

spam

спам
Meaning
unsolicited or unwanted electronic communication, typically in the form of email
Example
My inbox is full of spam emails that I need to delete.
Мой почтовый ящик полон спам-писем, которые мне нужно удалить.
B2 noun /spæn/

span

размах
Meaning
the full extent or length of something from one end to another
Example
The bridge has a span of over 500 meters.
Мост имеет размах более 500 метров.
B2 noun /ˈsikwəl/

Sequel

продолжение
Meaning
a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one; something that takes place after or as a result of an earlier event
Example
The movie sequel was even more successful than the original.
Сиквел фильма был даже успешнее, чем оригинал.
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 /skeər/

scare

ispugat'
Meaning
to frighten someone or make them feel afraid
Example
The loud noise scared the baby.
Gromkij zvuk ispugnul rebyonka.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪnɪstər/

sinister

зловещий
Meaning
Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.
Example
The abandoned house had a sinister atmosphere.
Покинутое здание имело зловещую атмосферу.
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 noun /ˈsteɪdiəm/

stadium

Meaning
a large structure with seating for sports, concerts, or other events
Example
Thousands of fans filled the stadium to watch the final match.
B2 noun /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Solidarity

солидарность
Meaning
unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest
Example
The workers showed solidarity during the strike.
работники продемонстрировали солидарность во время забастовки.
B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

последующий
Meaning
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Example
Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.
Последующие события прояснили результаты.
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 /ˈsɪnθɪsɪs/

synthesis

синтез, комбинирование
Meaning
The combination of ideas to form a theory or system.
Example
The synthesis of ideas from multiple perspectives led to innovation.
Синтез идей с различных точек зрения привел к инновациям.
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 verb /stroʊk/

stroke

гладить
Meaning
to move your hand gently over something; to hit or touch something gently
Example
She stroked the cat's fur gently.
Она мягко погладила кошку.
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 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.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

симптом
Meaning
a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness
Example
Fever is a common symptom of the flu.
Лихорадка — это обычный симптом гриппа.
B2 adjective ˈsiːm.ləs

seamless

бесшовный
Meaning
A process or service that works without any interruption.
Example
A seamless checkout process improves user satisfaction.
Бесшовный процесс оформления заказа повышает удовлетворенность пользователей.
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 /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 verb, noun /ʃeɪv/

shave

брить
Meaning
To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair
Example
He likes to shave every morning before work.
Он любит бриться каждое утро перед работой.
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 /səbˈskrɪp.ʃən/

Subscription

подписка
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 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 /sɪˈver.ə.ti/

Severity

серьезность; строгость; тяжесть
Meaning
the quality of being extremely serious or harsh; intensity of something bad
Example
The severity of the storm caused widespread damage across the city.
Серьезность шторма вызвала широкие разрушения по всему городу.
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 noun /ˈsleɪvəri/

slavery

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.
B2 noun, verb /stɛm/

stem

стебель / остановить
Meaning
Noun: The main stalk of a plant. Verb: To stop or restrict the flow or development of something.
Example
The gardener cut the stem of the rose; New policies aim to stem the flow of pollution.
Садовник срезал стебель розы; Новые политики направлены на то, чтобы остановить поток загрязнения.
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 /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 /səbˈmɪʃən/

submission

покорность, подача
Meaning
the act of yielding to authority or presenting something for consideration
Example
Her submission of the report was appreciated by the manager.
Ее подача отчета была оценена менеджером.
B2 noun/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

трюк, достижение, препятствовать росту
Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
Актёр исполнил опасный стант в фильме.
B2 noun /ˈsʌm.ɪt/

summit

саммит
Meaning
A high-level meeting between leaders, especially of governments; a conference.
Example
The summit addressed pressing global issues.
Саммит обсудил важнейшие глобальные проблемы.
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 /ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/

Spiritual

духовный; религиозный; священный
Meaning
relating to the human spirit or soul; religious or sacred
Example
She found spiritual peace through meditation.
Она нашла духовный мир через медитацию.
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 verb /stɪə(r)/

steer

управлять
Meaning
to guide or control the movement of a vehicle, vessel, or person
Example
He steered the car carefully through the narrow street.
Он аккуратно вел машину по узкой улице.
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 adjective /ˈsɛksi/

sexy

сексуальный
Meaning
sexually attractive or exciting
Example
She wore a sexy red dress to the party.
Она носила сексуальное красное платье на вечеринке.
B2 noun /skwɒd/

squad

команда
Meaning
a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports
Example
The football squad trained hard before the championship match.
Футбольная команда тренировалась усердно перед матчем чемпионата.
B2 noun /ˈstɛriəˌtaɪp/

stereotype

стереотип
Meaning
A widely held but oversimplified and fixed idea of a particular type of person or thing.
Example
It is a stereotype that all gamers are antisocial.
Это стереотип, что все геймеры асоциальны.
B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

убежище
Meaning
A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.
Example
The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.
Лес — это убежище для исчезающих животных.
B2 noun /ˈspɔːrtsmən/

sportsman

спортсмен
Meaning
A person who is skilled in sports or enjoys participating in athletic activities.
Example
He is a true sportsman, always fair and respectful to his opponents.
Он настоящий спортсмен, всегда честен и уважителен к своим соперникам.
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 /ˈseɡ.mənt/

Segment

сегмент; часть; разделённая часть
Meaning
each of the parts into which something is divided; a section or portion
Example
The orange was divided into eight segments.
Апельсин был разделён на восемь сегментов.
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 noun /sfɪər/

sphere

сфера
Meaning
a round, three-dimensional shape that is perfectly symmetrical around its center; an area of activity or knowledge
Example
The Earth is almost a perfect sphere.
Земля почти идеальная сфера.
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 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 adjective /ˈspiːtʃləs/

speechless

без слов
Meaning
Unable to speak because of shock, surprise, or strong emotion.
Example
She was speechless when she received the award.
Она была без слов, когда получила награду.
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.
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 noun /səˈlɪsɪtər/

solicitor

адвокат
Meaning
A type of lawyer who gives legal advice and prepares legal documents, often representing clients in lower courts.
Example
She consulted a solicitor before signing the contract.
Она проконсультировалась с адвокатом перед подписанием контракта.
B2 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

сленг; неформальный язык
Meaning
very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written
Example
The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.
Подростки использовали сленг, который их родители не могли понять.
B2 noun, verb /steɪk/

stake

доля, риск
Meaning
A share or interest in a business or venture; to risk or support something of value.
Example
He has a major stake in the new company.
У него есть большая доля в новой компании.
B2 noun /ˈsɪləbəs/

syllabus

учебный план
Meaning
An outline or summary of topics to be covered in a course of study.
Example
The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.
Профессор выдал учебный план в первый день занятий.
B2 adjective /skeərs/

Scarce

редкий; трудно найти; существующий в небольших количествах
Meaning
rare; not easily found; existing in small quantities
Example
Fresh water is becoming increasingly scarce in desert regions.
Свежее вода становится все более редким ресурсом в пустынных регионах.
B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

скульптор
Meaning
an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials
Example
The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.
Скульптор потратил месяцы на создание прекрасной мраморной статуи.
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 verb /ˈsmʌɡəl/

smuggle

Meaning
to move goods illegally into or out of a country
Example
The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.
B2 noun /ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/

solitude

одиночество
Meaning
The state or situation of being alone.
Example
Solitude can provide the opportunity for deep reflection.
Одиночество может дать возможность для глубоких размышлений.
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 adjective /ˈsæv.ɪdʒ/

Savage

дикое; жестокое; варварское
Meaning
extremely cruel or violent; wild and fierce; uncivilized
Example
The savage attack shocked everyone.
Дикая атака потрясла всех.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsæd.əl/

saddle

седло для лошади; нагрузить кого-то ответственностью
Meaning
A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.
Example
He saddled the horse before going for a ride.
Он оседлал лошадь перед тем, как поехать на прогулку.
B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

морская звезда
Meaning
a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor
Example
The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.
Морская звезда медленно двигалась по дну океана в поисках пищи.
B2 noun ˈsɪblɪŋz

Siblings

братья и сестры
Meaning
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
Example
Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree.
Братья и сестры обычно находятся на одном уровне в семейном дереве.
B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

существенный; значительный; существенный
Meaning
large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant
Example
There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.
В этом квартале было значительное увеличение продаж.
B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

скутер
Meaning
a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity
Example
She rides a scooter to work every day.
Она ездит на скутере на работу каждый день.
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 adverb /səbˈstænʃəli/

substantially

значительно
Meaning
to a great extent or degree
Example
The new policy has substantially improved working conditions.
Новая политика значительно улучшила условия труда.
B2 verb /ˈspɛkjʊˌleɪt/

speculate

спекулировать / инвестировать
Meaning
To form a theory or guess without firm evidence; to invest in stocks, property, etc. hoping for profit.
Example
Experts speculate that the company may expand into new markets.
Эксперты спекулируют, что компания может расшириться на новые рынки.
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 adverb /səˈfɪʃəntli/

sufficiently

достаточно
Meaning
to an adequate degree or extent
Example
She studied sufficiently to pass the exam.
Она училась достаточно, чтобы сдать экзамен.
B2 verb /ˈstrʌɡlɪŋ/

struggling

бороться
Meaning
Making forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction; having difficulty achieving something.
Example
Many regions are struggling with economic recovery.
Многие регионы борются с экономическим восстановлением.
B2 noun /ˈswiː.pər/

Sweeper

метельщик
Meaning
a person whose job is to clean floors and streets by sweeping
Example
The sweeper cleaned the school corridor every morning.
Метла чистила коридор школы каждое утро.
B2 adjective /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

поддерживающий
Meaning
providing encouragement or emotional help to someone
Example
She was very supportive during my difficult times.
Она была очень поддерживающей в мои трудные времена.
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 noun /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

недостаток; ошибка; дефект
Meaning
a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency
Example
Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.
Несмотря на его многочисленные таланты, у него есть несколько недостатков.
B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

дефицит
Meaning
The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.
Example
Water scarcity threatens agriculture.
Недостаток воды угрожает сельскому хозяйству.
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 /ˈstræŋɡəl/

strangle

Meaning
to kill or stop someone or something by squeezing the throat or restricting flow
Example
The villain tried to strangle his opponent in the dark alley.
B2 adjective /ʃɪər/

Sheer

чистый; абсолютный; прозрачный; очень крутой
Meaning
complete; absolute; transparent; very steep
Example
It was sheer luck that we found the place.
Это было чистое везение, что мы нашли это место.
B2 noun /səˈraʊn.dɪŋz/

surroundings

окружение
Meaning
The area around a person, place, or thing.
Example
She quickly adapted to her new surroundings.
Она быстро адаптировалась к своей новой окружающей среде.
B2 noun /ˈskændəl/

scandal

скандал
Meaning
an event or action that causes public outrage or damage to one's reputation
Example
The politician's affair became a public scandal.
Роман политика стал общественным скандалом.
B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

подпись
Meaning
a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization
Example
Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.
Пожалуйста, поставьте свою подпись внизу документа.
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 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

затенённый; подозрительный; нечестный;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
Затенённый бизнесмен заключил подозрительную сделку.
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 adverb ˌsɪməlˈteɪnɪəsli

simultaneously

одновременно
Meaning
At the same time; occurring or existing at the same time.
Example
He worked on two projects simultaneously.
Он работал над двумя проектами одновременно.
B2 noun sɛlf rɪˈlaɪ.əns

self-reliance

самодостаточность
Meaning
Reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others; independence.
Example
Self-reliance helps build confidence.
Самодостаточность помогает строить уверенность.
B2 verb /skɪm/

skim

бегло читать
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
Она пробежала глазами по отчету перед встречей.
B2 noun /suː.pɪər.iˈɔːr.ə.ti/

Superiority

превосходство
Meaning
the quality or state of being superior; higher rank or quality
Example
His superiority in mathematics was evident from his test scores.
Его превосходство в математике было очевидно по его баллам на тестах.
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 ˈʃɔːtkʌmɪŋz

shortcomings

недостатки
Meaning
A fault or failure to meet a certain standard; deficiencies.
Example
Institutional shortcomings affect student behavior negatively.
Институциональные недостатки негативно сказываются на поведении студентов.
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 verb /skwɒʃ/

squash

раздавить
Meaning
to crush or squeeze something with force so that it becomes flat or broken
Example
She accidentally squashed the bug with her shoe.
Она случайно раздавила насекомое своим ботинком.
B2 adjective /ˈstʌnɪŋ/

stunning

потрясающий
Meaning
extremely impressive or attractive
Example
The view from the top of the mountain was absolutely stunning.
Вид с вершины горы был абсолютно потрясающим.
B2 noun /ˈʃepərd/

Shepherd

пастух
Meaning
a person who tends and guards sheep
Example
The shepherd guided his flock to the green pasture.
Пастух повел свое стадо на зеленую пастбище.