B1 adjective /ˈsplendɪd/

Splendid

великолепный; замечательный; впечатляющий

Meaning

magnificent; excellent; very impressive

Example

The castle looked splendid in the sunset.

Замок выглядел великолепно на закате.

B1 verb /stɛə/

stare

пристально смотреть

Meaning

to look at something with a fixed gaze

Example

She stared at the painting for hours.

Она пристально смотрела на картину часами.

B1 adjective /spəˈsɪfɪk/

specific

конкретный

Meaning

Clearly defined or identified; particular; exact.

Example

Make a specific plan to beat procrastination.

Составьте конкретный план, чтобы победить прокрастинацию.

B1 noun /ʃel/

Shell

оболочка

Meaning

hard outer covering of an animal; explosive projectile for a gun

Example

The artillery fired a shell at the enemy position.

Армия выстрелила снаряд в позицию противника.

B1 noun /ˈsæm.pəl/

Sample

образец

Meaning

a small part taken as an example of the whole; a specimen

Example

The doctor took a blood sample for testing.

Доктор взял образец крови для анализа.

B1 noun sɪˈkjʊə.rɪ.ti

security

безопасность

Meaning

The state of being free from danger, threat, or loss.

Example

Food security is essential for human survival.

Пищевая безопасность необходима для выживания человека.

B1 noun /stoʊv/

Stove

плита

Meaning

a kitchen appliance used for cooking food by applying heat

Example

She cooked dinner on the gas stove.

Она готовила ужин на газовой плите.

B1 noun /ˈsɛtʌp/

setup

настройка

Meaning

an arrangement of things or the way in which something is organized or prepared

Example

The setup of the event took hours to complete.

Настройка мероприятия заняла несколько часов.

B1 verb /slɪp/

slip

поскользнуться

Meaning

to lose balance or fall while moving, or to accidentally slide from a position

Example

She slipped on the wet floor and fell.

Она поскользнулась на мокром полу и упала.

B1 adjective /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

significant

значительный

Meaning

Sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention; noteworthy.

Example

Social media has a significant impact on relationships.

Социальные сети оказывают значительное влияние на отношения.

B1 noun /ˈsʌn.raɪz/

Sunrise

восход солнца

Meaning

the time in the morning when the sun appears above the horizon

Example

We watched the beautiful sunrise from the mountain top.

Мы посмотрели на красивый восход солнца с вершины горы.

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.weɪ/

Subway

метро

Meaning

an underground railway system; an underground passage for pedestrians

Example

I take the subway to work every morning because it's faster than driving.

Я езжу на метро на работу каждое утро, потому что это быстрее, чем ехать на машине.

B1 noun /stiːl/

steel

сталь

Meaning

a strong, hard metal made of iron and carbon

Example

The building was made from steel to ensure its durability.

Здание было построено из стали, чтобы обеспечить его долговечность.

B1 noun /slaɪd/

Slide

горка

Meaning

a smooth surface for sliding down; a piece of playground equipment

Example

The children enjoyed playing on the slide at the park.

Дети наслаждались игрой на горке в парке.

B1 verb səˈpɔːrtɪŋ

supporting

поддерживать

Meaning

Giving assistance to; helping to bear the weight of something.

Example

Supporting education initiatives helps reduce child labour.

Поддержка образовательных инициатив помогает сократить детский труд.

B1 noun /ˈsʌp.ər/

Supper

ужин

Meaning

an evening meal, typically a light or informal one

Example

We usually have supper around seven o'clock.

Мы обычно едим ужин около семи часов.

B1 adjective /ˈsɔːlti/

Salty

соленый

Meaning

having the taste of salt; containing salt; tasting of seawater

Example

The salty ocean water made her thirsty.

Соленая океанская вода сделала её жаждущей.

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.

B1 adjective ˌsaɪənˈtɪfɪk

scientific

научный

Meaning

Based on or characterized by the methods and principles of science.

Example

Scientific discoveries continue to shape our understanding of the world.

Научные открытия продолжают формировать наше понимание мира.

B1 noun /ˈspɪn.ɪtʃ/

Spinach

шпинат

Meaning

a vegetable with large dark green leaves that are eaten cooked or uncooked

Example

Fresh spinach is very nutritious.

Свежий шпинат очень питателен.

B1 noun /ˈstætʃuː/

Statue

трехмерное произведение искусства, обычно из камня, металла или дерева

Meaning

a three-dimensional work of art, typically made of stone, metal, or wood

Example

The statue of liberty is a famous landmark in New York.

Статуя Свободы - знаменитая достопримечательность в Нью-Йорке.

B1 adjective /ˈsuːtəbl/

suitable

подходящий

Meaning

appropriate or right for a particular person, purpose, or situation

Example

This dress is suitable for the wedding.

Это платье подходит для свадьбы.

B1 noun /ˈspɪr.ɪt/

Spirit

дух; душа; энтузиазм; смелость

Meaning

the non-physical part of a person; enthusiasm or courage; the essential character of something

Example

The team showed great spirit despite losing the match.

Команда показала большой дух, несмотря на проигрыш.

B1 adjective ˈsʌb.mə.riːn

submarine

субмарина

Meaning

Existing, occurring, or used underwater, especially in relation to vessels or cables.

Example

Submarine cables facilitate international communication.

Подводные кабели облегчают международную связь.

B1 adjective /strɪkt/

Strict

строгий; требующий точного соблюдения правил

Meaning

demanding exact conformity to rules; severe; rigorous

Example

The teacher is very strict about homework deadlines.

Учитель очень строгий относительно сроков сдачи домашних заданий.

B1 verb /ʃuːt/

shoot

стрелять / фотографировать

Meaning

to fire a bullet or arrow from a weapon; to take a photograph or film

Example

He learned how to shoot a bow and arrow.

Он научился стрелять из лука и стрел.

B1 noun/verb /skeɪl/

scale

масштаб / увеличение размера

Meaning

A system of ordered marks used for measurement; also means to climb or to adjust in size.

Example

The company plans to scale its operations globally.

Компания планирует расширить свои операции на глобальном уровне.

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 adjective ˈʃɔːrt.tɜːrm

short-term

краткосрочный

Meaning

Occurring over or involving a relatively short period of time.

Example

Investing in stocks can yield short-term profits.

Инвестиции в акции могут приносить краткосрочную прибыль.

B1 verb /səˈspɛkt/

suspect

подозревать

Meaning

to believe that someone has done something wrong; to doubt or mistrust

Example

I suspect he is lying about his whereabouts.

Я подозреваю, что он лжет о своем местонахождении.

B1 noun /ˌsaʊθˈiːst/

southeast

юго-восток

Meaning

the direction that is between south and east; a region in that direction

Example

The city is located in the southeast of the country.

Город находится на юго-востоке страны.

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 noun /ˈsʌməri/

summary

резюме

Meaning

A brief statement of the main points of something.

Example

She wrote a summary of the book for her class.

Она написала резюме книги для своего класса.

B1 noun /ˈskwɪr.əl/

Squirrel

белка

Meaning

a small agile tree-dwelling rodent with a long bushy tail

Example

The squirrel gathered nuts for winter.

Белка собирала орехи для зимы.

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.

B1 adverb /səkˈsɛsfəli/

successfully

успешно

Meaning

in a way that achieves a desired result

Example

She passed the exam successfully after weeks of studying.

Она успешно сдала экзамен после недель учёбы.

B1 noun /ˈsɜːvənt/

servant

слуга

Meaning

a person who performs duties for others, especially in a household

Example

The servant opened the door for the guests.

Слуга открыл дверь для гостей.

B1 adjective /səˈfɪʃənt/

Sufficient

достаточный; подходящий для цели; удовлетворительный

Meaning

enough; adequate for the purpose; satisfactory

Example

We have sufficient time to complete the project.

У нас достаточно времени для завершения проекта.

B1 noun /ˈspiːʃiːz/

Species

вид; род

Meaning

a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind

Example

The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.

Амазонский дождевой лес является домом для тысяч видов животных.

B1 noun, verb /strɪŋ/

string

шнур

Meaning

a thin piece of cord or thread; to tie or fasten with a string

Example

She tied the package with a string.

Она завязала пакет шнурком.

B1 noun /ˈsʌn.laɪt/

sunlight

солнечный свет

Meaning

Direct light from the sun.

Example

Sunlight does not reach the abyssal depths of the ocean.

Солнечный свет не достигает бездны океана.

B1 noun /ʃeɪm/

Shame

стыд

Meaning

a painful feeling of humiliation or distress; something regrettable

Example

He felt deep shame for his dishonest behavior at work.

Он почувствовал глубокий стыд за свое нечестное поведение на работе.

B1 noun /ˈswɛtʃɜːrt/

sweatshirt

свитшот

Meaning

A casual, long-sleeved pullover garment, typically made of cotton or fleece, worn for warmth or comfort.

Example

He wore a grey sweatshirt while jogging in the park.

Он носил серый свэтшёрт во время пробежки в парке.

B1 verb /səˈraʊnd/

surround

окружать

Meaning

To be all around someone or something.

Example

Mountains surround the small village.

Горы окружают маленькую деревню.

B1 noun /swet/

Sweat

пот

Meaning

moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear

Example

After running for an hour, he was covered in sweat.

После часа бега он был покрыт потом.

B1 verb /spɔɪl/

spoil

испортить

Meaning

to damage or ruin something

Example

The rain spoiled the outdoor event.

Дождь испортил мероприятие на открытом воздухе.

B1 noun /skɑːrf/

Scarf

шарф

Meaning

a length of fabric worn around the neck or head for warmth, protection, or fashion

Example

She wrapped a warm scarf around her neck in the cold weather.

Она обмотала шею теплым шарфом в холодную погоду.

B1 verb/adjective /sɪˈkjʊər/

secure

обезопасить

Meaning

to make safe or protect; to fix something firmly in place

Example

Please secure the door before you leave.

Пожалуйста, закрепите дверь, прежде чем уйдете.

B1 adverb /ˈʃɔːt.li/

Shortly

скоро; через короткое время; кратко

Meaning

soon; in a short time; briefly

Example

The meeting will begin shortly.

Встреча начнется скоро.

B1 verb /sɪˈlekt/

select

выбирать

Meaning

to choose from a number of alternatives; to pick out

Example

Please select your favorite color.

Пожалуйста, выберите ваш любимый цвет.

B1 noun, verb /spoʊk/

spoke

спицы / сказал

Meaning

As a noun, a bar connecting the center of a wheel to its rim; as the past tense of 'speak'.

Example

The bicycle's spoke was bent after the accident.

Спица велосипеда была согнута после аварии.

B1 noun /stæf/

staff

персонал

Meaning

a group of employees working together in an organization

Example

The staff at the hospital are very helpful.

Персонал в больнице очень полезен.

B1 noun, verb /skiːm/

scheme

план / заговор

Meaning

a plan or arrangement, especially one that is secret or dishonest

Example

They devised a scheme to cheat investors.

Они разработали схему, чтобы обмануть инвесторов.

B1 verb /skɪp/

skip

пропустить

Meaning

to omit or pass over something; to move lightly or quickly

Example

He decided to skip breakfast and go straight to work.

Он решил пропустить завтрак и прямо поехать на работу.

B1 adjective /ˌstreɪt ˈfɔːr.wərd/

Straight forward

честный и прямой; не сложный; легко понять

Meaning

honest and open; not complicated; easy to understand

Example

His explanation was very straightforward and easy to follow.

Его объяснение было очень простым и легким для восприятия.

B1 verb /splɪt/

split

делить

Meaning

to divide or separate into parts or groups

Example

He split the log in two with an axe.

Он разрубил бревно на два с помощью топора.

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.

B1 noun /ˈsʌn.flaʊər/

Sun flower

подсолнух

Meaning

a large yellow flower that turns to face the sun

Example

The sunflower field looked amazing in the bright sunlight.

Поле подсолнечников выглядело потрясающе на ярком солнце.

B1 noun /swɒn/

Swan

лебедь

Meaning

a large waterbird with a long curved neck and usually white plumage

Example

The elegant swan glided silently across the water.

Элегантный лебедь скользил бесшумно по воде.

B1 adverb /səˈpraɪzɪŋli/

surprisingly

удивительным образом

Meaning

in a way that causes surprise or amazement

Example

Surprisingly, she finished the entire project in just one day.

Удивительно, она закончила весь проект всего за один день.

B1 adjective /ˈsekənderi/

secondary

второстепенный

Meaning

Less important than something else; derived from or dependent on something primary.

Example

Safety is our primary concern, while speed is only secondary.

Безопасность — наша основная забота, в то время как скорость лишь второстепенна.

B1 adjective /ˈsensəbəl/

Sensible

разумный; практичный; благоразумный

Meaning

having or showing good sense; practical and reasonable

Example

It would be sensible to take an umbrella because it might rain.

Будет разумно взять зонт, так как может пойти дождь.

B1 noun /sɔːrs/

Source

источник

Meaning

a place, person, or thing from which something originates; the origin of information

Example

The river's source is high in the mountains.

Исток реки находится высоко в горах.

B1 noun, verb /ˈseɪ.lɪŋ/

sailing

парусный спорт

Meaning

The act of traveling in a boat or ship using sails; the sport or activity of navigating a boat with sails.

Example

We went sailing on the lake during the summer.

Мы летом ходили на озере под парусами.

B1 noun/verb /skɔːr/

score

оценка

Meaning

a number of points achieved in a game or test; to gain points or achieve a goal

Example

He scored the winning goal in the final match.

Он забил победный гол в последнем матче.

B1 adjective /skɪld/

Skilled

умелый

Meaning

having or showing the knowledge, ability, or training to perform certain activities or work well

Example

He is a skilled carpenter who can build beautiful furniture.

Он опытный плотник, который может строить красивые мебель.

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.ɜːb/

Suburb

пригород

Meaning

a residential area outside the central part of a city; an outlying district of a city

Example

They moved to a quiet suburb to raise their children away from city noise.

Они переехали в тихий пригород, чтобы растить своих детей вдали от городского шума.

B1 noun /sɒk/

sock

носки

Meaning

a piece of clothing worn on the foot and lower part of the leg.

Example

He put on a pair of clean socks before leaving the house.

Он надел пару чистых носок перед тем, как выйти из дома.

B1 noun, verb /ʃeɪd/

shade

тень

Meaning

a sheltered or darker area where direct light is blocked; to block light from something

Example

We sat under the tree for some shade.

Мы сидели под деревом и нашли немного тени.

B1 verb /spɛl/

spell

произносить по буквам

Meaning

to write or name the letters of a word in order; to mean or result in something

Example

Can you spell your name for me?

Можешь произнести по буквам свое имя для меня?

B1 adjective /ˈsɪniər/

senior

старший

Meaning

having a higher rank or status; older or more experienced

Example

He is the senior manager in the department.

Он старший менеджер в отделе.

B1 noun /striːm/

stream

поток

Meaning

A small, narrow river; a continuous flow of something.

Example

The stream of life is unstoppable.

Поток жизни не остановить.

B1 noun /seɪnt/

Saint

человек, признанный святым или добродетельным; очень добрый или терпеливый человек

Meaning

person recognized as holy or virtuous; very kind or patient person

Example

Mother Teresa was declared a saint by the Catholic Church.

Мать Тереза была канонизирована католической церковью.

B1 noun /ˈsteɪtəs/

status

статус

Meaning

the social or professional position or condition of someone or something

Example

His social status improved after the promotion.

Его социальный статус улучшился после повышения.

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.

B1 noun /ˈsɛkʃən/

section

раздел

Meaning

a distinct part or subdivision of something larger

Example

This section of the report needs further review.

Этот раздел отчета требует дальнейшего рассмотрения.

B1 adjective /ˈsoʊ kɔːld/

so-called

так называемый

Meaning

referred to as or known by a particular name or title, often misleadingly

Example

The so-called expert couldn't answer the question.

Так называемый эксперт не смог ответить на вопрос.

B1 verb /stiːl/

steal

красть

Meaning

to take something without permission; to rob

Example

It's wrong to steal from others.

Неправильно воровать у других.

B1 noun /swiːt pəˈteɪtoʊ/

Sweet potato

сладкий картофель

Meaning

A root vegetable with sweet flesh, typically orange or purple in color

Example

Roasted sweet potato makes a healthy and delicious side dish.

Жареный сладкий картофель - это полезное и вкусное блюдо.

B1 noun ˈsaɪləns

silence

тишина

Meaning

Complete absence of sound; quietness.

Example

Silence filled the air near the graves.

Тишина заполнила воздух рядом с могилами.

B1 verb /ʃaʊt/

shout

кричать

Meaning

to say something very loudly

Example

He shouted at the top of his lungs to get their attention.

Он кричал изо всех сил, чтобы привлечь их внимание.

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.

B1 adjective /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/

satisfied

удовлетворён

Meaning

Pleased or content with what has been achieved or received.

Example

He felt satisfied after finishing his project.

Он почувствовал удовлетворение после завершения своего проекта.

B1 adjective /sɪˈlek.tɪd/

selected

выбранный

Meaning

carefully chosen from a group for a particular purpose

Example

He was one of the selected candidates for the scholarship.

Он был одним из выбранных кандидатов на стипендию.

B1 adverb /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

specifically

специально

Meaning

in a clear and exact way

Example

He was specifically asked to handle the finances.

Его специально попросили заняться финансами.

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.

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.lər/

Sailor

моряк

Meaning

a person who works on a ship or boat; a member of a navy

Example

The experienced sailor navigated the ship through the storm.

Опытный моряк провел корабль через бурю.

B1 noun /slaɪs/

Slice

кусок; ломтик

Meaning

a thin, flat piece cut from something larger

Example

Would you like a slice of pizza?

Вы хотите кусок пиццы?

B1 noun səˈluː.ʃənz

solutions

решения

Meaning

A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.

Example

Biotechnology provides solutions to environmental challenges.

Биотехнология предоставляет решения для экологических проблем.

B1 noun /ˈsɛt ʌp/

set-up

установка

Meaning

The arrangement or organization of something; a planned structure or scheme

Example

The company presented a new set-up for the office layout.

Компания представила новый сет-ап для расположения офиса.

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.

B1 noun /sʌm/

sum

сумма

Meaning

the total amount resulting from the addition of two or more numbers or items

Example

The sum of 8 and 12 is 20.

Сумма 8 и 12 равна 20.

B1 adjective /ˈsæt.ɪs.fæk.tər.i/

Satisfactory

удовлетворительный

Meaning

acceptable; meeting requirements; adequate

Example

The test results were satisfactory.

Результаты испытаний были удовлетворительными.

B1 adjective /ʃeɪpt/

shaped

оформленный

Meaning

having a particular form or appearance

Example

The sculpture was shaped like a human figure.

Скульптура была оформлена как человеческая фигура.

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.ɪŋ/

Saying

пословица

Meaning

a well-known phrase that expresses something true about life; a proverb

Example

There's an old saying that practice makes perfect.

Есть старая пословица, что практика приводит к совершенству.

B1 noun /ʃɔːr/

Shore

берег; побережье; пляж

Meaning

the land along the edge of a sea, lake, or other body of water

Example

We walked along the shore collecting seashells.

Мы шли вдоль берега, собирая ракушки.

B1 noun /ˈsæm.ən/

salmon

лосось

Meaning

A large fish with pink flesh, often eaten as food.

Example

They served grilled salmon for dinner.

Они подали жареного лосося на ужин.

B1 noun /səˈpɔːtər/

supporter

сторонник

Meaning

a person who supports someone or something

Example

She is a strong supporter of the local animal shelter.

Она является сильным сторонником местного приюта для животных.

B1 adjective /ˌstreɪtˈfɔːwəd/

straightforward

простой

Meaning

easy to understand or do; simple

Example

Her explanation was straightforward and clear.

Ее объяснение было простым и ясным.

B1 adjective ˈsen.sɪ.tɪv

sensitive

чувствительный

Meaning

Quick to detect or respond to slight changes, signals, or influences.

Example

Sensitive systems require precise handling.

Чувствительные системы требуют точной обработки.

B1 noun səˈplaɪ

supply

поставка. снабжение.

Meaning

A stock or amount of something supplied or available for use.

Example

Supply chains ensure resource availability.

Цепочки поставок обеспечивают доступность ресурсов.

B1 noun /ˈsmoʊkər/

smoker

курильщик

Meaning

A person who smokes tobacco or other substances

Example

He is a heavy smoker and tries to quit every year.

Он заядлый курильщик и пытается бросить каждый год.

B1 noun sɪˈlek.ʃən

selection

отбор

Meaning

The action or fact of carefully choosing someone or something as being the best or most suitable.

Example

The selection process is based on merit.

Процесс отбора основывается на заслугах.

B1 adjective /sɪnˈsɪər/

Sincere

искренний; подлинный; без притворства

Meaning

honest and genuine in expressing feelings; free from pretense or deceit

Example

She gave me a sincere apology for her mistake.

Она извинилась искренне за свою ошибку.

B1 noun /ˈspɛndɪŋ/

spending

расходы

Meaning

the act of paying money for goods or services

Example

Her spending on clothes was higher than expected.

Её траты на одежду были выше, чем ожидалось.

B1 noun /ˈʃel.tər/

Shelter

убежище

Meaning

a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger

Example

The hikers found shelter in a cave during the heavy rain.

Путники нашли убежище в пещере во время сильного дождя.

B1 verb /swɪtʃ/

switch

переключить

Meaning

to change from one thing to another; to exchange or replace

Example

I switched from coffee to tea.

Я переключился с кофе на чай.

B1 verb /skrætʃ/

scratch

счастье

Meaning

to rub a surface or skin with something sharp or rough, often to relieve itching

Example

The cat scratched the door to be let in.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

B1 noun /ˈsʌb.mə.riːn/

Sub-marine

подводная лодка

Meaning

a warship with a streamlined hull designed to operate completely submerged in the sea

Example

The submarine dived deep into the ocean to avoid detection.

Субмарина нырнула глубоко в океан, чтобы избежать обнаружения.

секретарь

Meaning

a person employed to handle correspondence and manage routine tasks for an individual or organization

Example

The secretary scheduled the meeting for tomorrow.

Секретарь запланировал встречу на завтра.