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 /skrɪpt/

script

сценарий

Meaning

The written text of a play, film, or broadcast; handwriting style.

Example

The actor memorized his lines from the script.

Актер выучил свои реплики из сценария.

B2 adverb /ˈstrɪktli/

strictly

строго

Meaning

in a way that follows rules or limits completely

Example

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the building.

Курение строго запрещено в здании.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊksmən/

spokesman

представитель

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others, especially for a group or organization

Example

The spokesman addressed the crowd during the rally.

Представитель выступил перед толпой во время митинга.

B2 verb /suː/

sue

подать в суд

Meaning

to bring a lawsuit against someone in a court of law

Example

She decided to sue the company for damages.

Она решила подать в суд на компанию за ущерб.

B2 verb /swel/

swell

опухать

Meaning

to become larger, rounder, or thicker; to increase in size

Example

Her ankle began to swell after the injury.

Её лодыжка начала опухать после травмы.

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 adjective /ˈskeptɪkəl/

Sceptical

скептический; недоверчивый; сомневающийся в правде чего-либо

Meaning

having doubts; not easily convinced; questioning the truth of something

Example

Many scientists remain sceptical about the new theory.

Многие ученые остаются скептически настроенными по поводу новой теории.

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 noun, verb /slænt/

slant

предвзятое мнение

Meaning

A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.

Example

The article had a political slant.

Статья имела политический уклон.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkswɪmən/

spokeswoman

женщина-пресс-секретарь

Meaning

a woman who speaks on behalf of a group or organization

Example

The spokeswoman for the company announced the new product.

Пресс-секретарь компании объявила о новом продукте.

B2 adjective /spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Spontaneous

спонтанный

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced

Example

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

Их спонтанный танец под дождем был красивым.

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 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 /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 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 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 adverb /ˈsɛp.ər.ət.li/

separately

отдельно

Meaning

in a way that is apart or individually; not together

Example

They decided to travel separately to the conference.

Они решили поехать на конференцию отдельно.

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 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 adjective sɪnˈθet̬.ɪk

synthetic

синтетический

Meaning

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product; artificial.

Example

Synthetic chemicals are used in processed foods.

Синтетические химикаты используются в переработанных продуктах.

B2 noun/verb /ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/

sewing

шитье

Meaning

The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread

Example

She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends.

Она любит шить свою одежду по выходным.

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 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 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 noun /spaɪt/

spite

злоба

Meaning

a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone

Example

She refused the gift out of spite.

Она отказалась от подарка из злобы.

B2 verb /səˈluːt/

salute

поздравить

Meaning

to greet with respect; to honor

Example

The soldiers saluted their commanding officer.

Солдаты поздравили своего командующего офицера.

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 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 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 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 /sɜːˈveɪ.ləns/

surveillance

наблюдение

Meaning

Close observation, especially of a suspected spy or criminal; continuous watching of a place, person, or situation.

Example

Government agencies conduct surveillance on cyber threats.

Государственные агентства проводят наблюдение за киберугрозами.

B2 verb ˈstɪmjəleɪt

stimulate

стимулировать

Meaning

To encourage or promote the development or growth of something

Example

Proper sunlight stimulates plant growth.

Подобающий солнечный свет стимулирует рост растений.

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 noun /ˈskɛlɪtən/

skeleton

скелет

Meaning

The internal framework of bones that supports the body of a human or animal.

Example

The teacher showed the students a human skeleton in the biology class.

Учитель показал студентам человеческий скелет на уроке биологии.

B2 verb /səkˈsiːdɪŋ/

succeeding

следующий / последующий

Meaning

coming after or following in order; continuing to succeed

Example

In the succeeding years, the company expanded rapidly.

В последующие годы компания быстро расширялась.

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 noun ˌspɛk.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən

speculation

спекуляция

Meaning

Investment in stocks, property, or other ventures in the hope of gain but with the risk of loss.

Example

Stock market speculation can lead to high volatility.

Спекуляции на фондовом рынке могут привести к высокой волатильности.

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 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 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 adjective sɪˈvɪər

severe

серьезный

Meaning

Very great; intense or extreme in degree.

Example

Without action, climate change impacts will become severe.

Без действий последствия изменения климата станут серьезными.

B2 adjective /ˈspaɪ.rəl/

Spiral

спираль

Meaning

winding in a continuous curve; helical

Example

The spiral staircase led to the top floor.

Спиральная лестница вела на верхний этаж.

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 /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, verb /stiːm/

steam

пар

Meaning

the vapor into which water is converted when heated; to emit or treat with steam

Example

The kettle was steaming on the stove.

Чайник парил на плите.

B2 adjective /swɪft/

swift

быстрый

Meaning

moving very quickly; happening promptly

Example

The river current was swift after the heavy rain.

Течение реки было быстрым после сильного дождя.

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 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈfɪʃ.əl/

superficial

поверхностный

Meaning

Existing or occurring at or on the surface; not thorough or deep.

Example

His understanding of the subject was rather superficial.

Его понимание темы было довольно поверхностным.

B2 noun /ˈsɪmbəl/

Symbol

символ

Meaning

a mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process

Example

The dove is a symbol of peace.

Голубь - это символ мира.

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 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 noun /ʃɪt/

shit

дерьмо

Meaning

a vulgar term for feces or excrement

Example

The dog made a mess by leaving its shit on the floor.

Собака устроила беспорядок, оставив свое дерьмо на полу.

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 /spɑːrk/

Spark

искры

Meaning

a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates

Example

A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.

Искра от костра зажгла сухие листья.

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 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 verb /skoʊld/

scold

ругать

Meaning

to criticize angrily; to rebuke

Example

The teacher scolded the students for being late.

Учитель отругал студентов за опоздание.

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.

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 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 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.

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

Sieze

осада

Meaning

a military operation to capture a place by surrounding it and cutting off supplies

Example

The siege of the castle lasted for three months.

Осадка замка продолжалась три месяца.

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.

B2 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

затененная зона

Meaning

An area that is protected from direct sunlight.

Example

We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.

Мы сидели в затененной зоне у берега реки.

B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərd

structured

структурированный

Meaning

Having a clear organization or framework; systematically arranged.

Example

A structured execution plan is crucial for success.

Структурированный план выполнения критичен для успеха.

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 verb /snæp/

snap

сломать

Meaning

to break suddenly; to speak angrily; to take a photograph quickly

Example

The rope snapped under the weight.

Веревка сломалась под весом.

B2 adjective /ˈsɒl.ɪ.ter.i/

Solitary

одинокий; изолированный; один

Meaning

alone; without companions; single; isolated

Example

He lived a solitary life in the mountains.

Он вел одиночную жизнь в горах.

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 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 adverb /ˈsɒftli/

softly

мягко или тихо

Meaning

in a gentle or quiet way.

Example

She spoke softly so as not to wake the baby.

Она говорила мягко, чтобы не разбудить малыша.

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 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 verb /skriːtʃ/

screech

издавать резкий звук

Meaning

to make a loud, high-pitched and unpleasant sound

Example

The car screeched to a halt.

Машина заскрипела и резко остановилась.

B2 noun /sɔːrd/

Sword

меч

Meaning

a weapon with a long metal blade and a handle, used for fighting

Example

The knight drew his sword to defend the castle.

Рыцарь вытащил свой меч, чтобы защитить замок.

B2 noun /ˈʃʌv.əl/

Shovel

лопата

Meaning

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

Example

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

Он взял лопату, чтобы очистить снег с подъезда.

B2 noun /ˈspɒt.laɪt/

spotlight

прожектор

Meaning

a strong beam of light directed onto a particular area; figuratively, public attention

Example

The singer stood proudly in the spotlight.

Певец гордо стоял в свете прожектора.

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 verb, noun /stæb/

stab

порезать ножом

Meaning

to pierce or wound with a pointed weapon or object

Example

He was stabbed in the back during the altercation.

Его подкололи в спину во время ссоры.

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 noun /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/

sophomore

студент второго курса

Meaning

a student in their second year of study at a university or high school

Example

He’s a sophomore in college, studying computer science.

Он студент второго курса в университете, изучающий информатику.

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.

B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nəlz/

signals

сигналы

Meaning

A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.

Example

Signals from deep space were detected last week.

Сигналы из глубокого космоса были зафиксированы на прошлой неделе.

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 verb /ˈsɒfən/

soften

смягчить

Meaning

to make or become less hard, severe, or strong.

Example

Heat will soften the butter quickly.

Тепло быстро размягчит масло.

B2 noun, verb /sɪn/

sin

грех

Meaning

an immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law; to commit an offense against religious or moral law

Example

He confessed his sin to the priest.

Он исповедал свой грех священнику.

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 /ˈsoʊlər ɪˈklɪps/

Solar eclipse

солнечное затмение

Meaning

an eclipse in which the sun is obscured by the moon passing between it and the earth

Example

The solar eclipse will be visible from our city next month.

Солнечное затмение будет видно из нашего города в следующем месяце.

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 /ˈsændi/

Sandy

песчаный; песчаный

Meaning

covered with sand; containing sand; having the texture of sand

Example

The sandy beach stretched for miles along the coast.

Песчаный пляж тянулся на мили вдоль побережья.

B2 adverb /ˈskɪl.fəl.i/

Skilfully/US: Skillfully

умело

Meaning

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

Example

She skilfully painted the portrait in just two hours.

Она умело нарисовала портрет за два часа.

B2 adjective /ˈsteɪʃəˌneri/

stationary

неподвижный

Meaning

Not moving or not intended to be moved.

Example

The car remained stationary at the red light.

Машина осталась неподвижной на красном свете.

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 noun /səˈvaɪvl/

survival

выживание

Meaning

the state of continuing to live or exist, typically in difficult conditions

Example

Survival in the wild can be a challenging experience.

Выживание в дикой природе может быть сложным испытанием.

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 verb /spɪn/

spin

крутить

Meaning

To turn around quickly or cause something to rotate

Example

The dancer began to spin gracefully on the stage.

Танцовщица начала грациозно вращаться на сцене.

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 noun /ˈsɪnənɪm/

Synonym

синоним

Meaning

a word or phrase that means exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language

Example

Happy and joyful are synonyms.

Счастливый и радостный - синонимы.

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 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 verb /sæk/

sack

уволить

Meaning

to dismiss from a job; to put something in a sack

Example

The company sacked him for poor performance.

Компания уволила его за плохую работу.

B2 noun /ˈspɛk.tə.kəl/

spectacle

зрелище

Meaning

An impressive display or performance for viewers.

Example

The fireworks created a breathtaking spectacle in the night sky.

Фейерверки создали захватывающее зрелище на ночном небе.

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 /ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/

shareholder

акционер

Meaning

an individual or organization that owns shares in a company

Example

Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting.

Каждый акционер имеет право голосовать на ежегодном собрании.

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 /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 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 /ˌsɪm.ɪˈlær.ə.ti/

Similarity

сходство; подобие

Meaning

the quality or state of being similar; resemblance

Example

There is a striking similarity between the two paintings.

Между двумя картинами есть поразительное сходство.

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 verb /soʊ/

sow

сеять

Meaning

to plant seeds in the ground; to scatter seeds for growing

Example

The farmer will sow wheat seeds in the field tomorrow.

Фермер посеет пшеничные семена на поле завтра.

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 adjective /səˈraʊndɪŋ/

surrounding

окружающий

Meaning

located all around a particular place or thing; nearby

Example

The surrounding hills were covered in mist.

Окружающие холмы были покрыты туманом.