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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, 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 /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/verb /ˈslɔː.tər/

slaughter

убой / массовое убийство
Meaning
the killing of animals for food; killing in large numbers violently
Example
The army slaughtered hundreds of enemy soldiers.
Армия убила сотни вражеских солдат.
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 /senˈseɪʃənəl/

Sensational

сенсационный; впечатляющий; ошеломляющий
Meaning
causing great excitement or shock; extremely impressive
Example
The sensational performance left the audience speechless.
Сенсационное выступление оставило зрителей без слов.
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 /sɪmˈplɪsɪti/

Simplicity

простота; ясность
Meaning
the quality of being simple; lack of complexity or intricacy
Example
The beauty of the design lies in its simplicity.
Красота дизайна заключается в его простоте.
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 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 /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 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 /ˈsɪmpəθi/

Sympathy

сочувствие
Meaning
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
Example
She expressed her sympathy for the victims of the accident.
Она выразила свое сочувствие жертвам аварии.
B2 noun smɔːl ˈɛfərt

Small Effort

небольшие усилия
Meaning
Minor actions or initiatives that can collectively make a significant impact.
Example
Small efforts can bring big changes in butterfly conservation.
Небольшие усилия могут привести к большим изменениям в сохранении бабочек.
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 adjective strəˈtiː.dʒɪk

strategic

стратегический
Meaning
Relating to the identification of long-term or overall aims and interests and the means of achieving them.
Example
Strategic policies enhance competitiveness.
Стратегические политики повышают конкурентоспособность.
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 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 /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 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 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 steɪks

stakes

ставка
Meaning
A strong wooden or metal post with a point at one end, driven into the ground.
Example
The stakes were high for the success of the project.
Ставки были высоки для успеха проекта.
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 verb /səˈrɛndər/

surrender

сдаваться
Meaning
to give up or yield to an opponent or authority
Example
The army finally surrendered after weeks of fighting.
Армия в конце концов сдалась после недель боевых действий.
B2 verb /səbˈtrækt/

subtract

вычитать
Meaning
to take away a number or amount from another number or amount
Example
If you subtract 5 from 10, you get 5.
Если вы вычитаете 5 из 10, вы получите 5.
B2 noun /ˈskaɪˌskreɪpər/

Skyscraper

небоскрёб
Meaning
a very tall building of many stories
Example
The new skyscraper dominates the city's skyline.
Новый небоскрёб доминирует в городском горизонте.
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 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 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 verb /ˈskætər/

scatter

разбрасывать
Meaning
to spread or throw around in different directions
Example
The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.
Ветер разбрасывал листья по двору.
B2 verb /ˈstʌmbəl/

stumble

споткнуться
Meaning
to trip or lose balance while walking or running; to make a mistake or falter
Example
He stumbled on the uneven pavement.
Он споткнулся на неровном тротуаре.
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 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 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 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 /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 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 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 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 /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 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 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 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 /ˈstɪki/

sticky

липкий
Meaning
having the quality of adhering or clinging; difficult to remove or deal with
Example
The candy is too sticky to eat with your hands.
Конфета слишком липкая, чтобы есть руками.
B2 adjective /sɑːrˈkæstɪk/

sarcastic

саркастичный
Meaning
Using irony or mockery to convey contempt or humor.
Example
She made a sarcastic remark about his cooking.
Она сделала саркастическое замечание о его кулинарии.
B2 verb /spɪt/

spit

плевать
Meaning
to force liquid, especially saliva, out of the mouth
Example
He spat on the ground in anger.
Он плевал на землю в гневе.
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 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 /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 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 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 /səˈsteɪn/

sustain

поддерживать
Meaning
To support, maintain, or keep something going over time.
Example
The team worked hard to sustain their success.
Команда усердно работала, чтобы поддерживать их успех.
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 ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz

Seven Wonders

семь чудес света
Meaning
The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.
Example
The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance.
Семь чудес света отражают человеческое величие.
B2 noun /swiːt/

suite

люкс
Meaning
a set of rooms designated for one person's or family's use or for a particular purpose
Example
They stayed in the presidential suite at the hotel.
Они остановились в президентском люксе отеля.
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 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 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 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 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 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 /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 /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 /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 /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 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 /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 verb səˈsteɪnd

sustained

поддерживаемый
Meaning
Strengthened and supported; not allowed to weaken or fail.
Example
The proposal was not sustained.
Предложение не было поддержано.
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 /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 noun /ˈsɛnət/

senate

сенат
Meaning
a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature
Example
The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill.
Сенат проголосовал за новый законопроект о здравоохранении.
B2 phrase ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts

seven habits

семь привычек
Meaning
Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.
Example
Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Даже привычки помогают поддерживать сбалансированный образ жизни.
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 /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 /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 verb /ˈsuːpərvaɪz/

supervise

контролировать
Meaning
to watch and direct a person or activity to ensure things are done correctly
Example
The teacher supervises students during the exam.
Учитель контролирует студентов во время экзамена.
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 adjective /sə'spɪʃ.əs/

Suspicious

подозрительный; сомнительный
Meaning
having or showing distrust; doubtful; questionable
Example
The police found his behavior very suspicious.
Полиция нашла его поведение очень подозрительным.
B2 noun /ˈsliːpər/

sleeper

человек, который спит; что-то, что неожиданно достигает успеха
Meaning
a person or thing that sleeps; something that unexpectedly succeeds
Example
The movie turned out to be a real sleeper hit.
Фильм оказался неожиданным хитом.
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 /spekˈteɪtər/

Spectator

зритель
Meaning
a person who watches at a show, game, or other event; an observer
Example
The stadium was filled with excited spectators.
Стадион был заполнен возбужденными зрителями.
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/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 /ˈsɪmbəlaɪz/

symbolize

символизировать
Meaning
to represent or stand for something else
Example
The dove symbolizes peace across cultures.
Голубь символизирует мир в разных культурах.
B2 adjective ˈstrʌktʃərəl

structural

структурный
Meaning
Relating to or forming part of a structure.
Example
The structural integrity of the bridge was tested after the storm.
Структурная целостность моста была проверена после шторма.
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 /ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

superintendent

директор
Meaning
a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project
Example
The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress.
Директор посетил классы, чтобы проверить прогресс.
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 adjective /ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

striking

поразительный
Meaning
very noticeable or impressive in appearance or effect
Example
Her striking beauty caught everyone's attention.
Ее поразительная красота привлекла внимание всех.
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.
B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

надзор
Meaning
the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone
Example
The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.
Проект был завершен под наблюдением опытного менеджера.
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 /ˈsɛtlər/

settler

поселенец
Meaning
a person who settles in a new area or land
Example
The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes.
Поселенцы прибыли в новый город и начали строить дома.
B2 adjective /ˈsɪtʃueɪtɪd/

situated

расположенный
Meaning
located in a particular place or position
Example
The hotel is situated near the beach.
Отель находится рядом с пляжем.
B2 noun ˌsensɪˈtɪvɪti

sensitivity

чувствительность
Meaning
The quality or condition of being sensitive; responsiveness to stimuli.
Example
Bose proved plant sensitivity through experiments.
Бозе доказал чувствительность растений с помощью экспериментов.
B2 noun /stjuːˈpɪdəti/

stupidity

глупость
Meaning
lack of intelligence or common sense
Example
His stupidity caused a lot of problems for the team.
Его глупость вызвала много проблем для команды.
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 /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 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 /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 adjective /ˈskɪni/

Skinny

худой; тощий; иссохший
Meaning
very thin; having little flesh or fat on the body
Example
The skinny cat looked like it hadn't eaten for days.
Тонкая кошка выглядела так, будто она не ела несколько дней.
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 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 /sɛnt/

scent

аромат
Meaning
a distinctive smell, especially a pleasant one
Example
The scent of roses filled the garden.
Аромат роз наполнил сад.
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 /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 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 noun /sneɪl/

Snail

улитка
Meaning
a small soft creature with a shell on its back that moves very slowly
Example
The snail left a shiny trail as it crawled across the leaf.
Улитка оставила блестящий след, ползая по листу.
B2 adjective /ˈstæt.ɪk/

static

статичный
Meaning
Lacking in movement, action, or change; stationary.
Example
Static ideas hinder progress.
Статичные идеи тормозят прогресс.
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 verb /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪz/

specialize

специализироваться
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
Он решил специализироваться в кардиологии.
B2 adjective /səkˈsɛsɪv/

Successive

последовательный; непрерывный
Meaning
following one after the other in order; consecutive
Example
The team won three successive matches.
Команда выиграла три последовательные игры.
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 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 adjective /slaɪ/

sly

хитрый / лукавый
Meaning
Clever in a deceitful or cunning way.
Example
She gave him a sly smile.
Она дала ему хитрую улыбку.
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 verb, noun, adjective /streɪ/

stray

блуждать
Meaning
to move away from the correct path or go off course; a person or animal that has wandered off; something that is not where it belongs
Example
The dog strayed from the yard and got lost.
Собака сбилась с пути и потерялась.
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 /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 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 /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl.ɪ.zəm/

socialism

социализм
Meaning
An economic system where the means of production are owned by the state or community.
Example
In socialism, resources are distributed equally among citizens.
В социализме ресурсы равномерно распределяются между гражданами.