B2 adjective, verb (past) /səˈspɛndɪd/

suspended

приостановлено

Meaning

Temporarily not allowed, stopped, or hanging.

Example

He was suspended from school for a week.

Он был приостановлен в школе на неделю.

C2 adjective ˌsʌr.əpˈtɪʃ.əs

surreptitious

тайный

Meaning

Kept secret, especially because it would not be approved of; done stealthily.

Example

She took a surreptitious glance at his notes.

Она украдкой взглянула на его заметки.

B2 noun /spaɪs/

spice

специя

Meaning

a substance used to add flavor to food

Example

She added a pinch of spice to the curry for extra flavor.

Она добавила щепотку специй в карри для усиления вкуса.

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 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.

C1 adjective ˌsɪn.əˈdʒɪs.tɪk

synergistic

синергетический

Meaning

Relating to the interaction of elements that when combined produce a greater effect than the sum of their individual effects.

Example

A synergistic effect occurs when nutrients work together.

Синергетический эффект возникает, когда питательные вещества работают вместе.

A2 noun /ˈsuːt.keɪs/

suitcase

чемодан

Meaning

A portable rectangular container for carrying clothes and personal items when traveling

Example

She packed her clothes into a suitcase for the trip.

Она упаковала свою одежду в чемодан для поездки.

A2 verb /ʃaɪn/

shine

светить

Meaning

to give out a bright light or glow

Example

The sun will shine brightly tomorrow.

Солнце будет ярко светить завтра.

C1 noun /ˈstrɑːtəm/

stratum

слой

Meaning

a layer or level of material, or a social class in society

Example

The upper stratum of society enjoyed privileges not available to others.

Верхний слой общества пользовался привилегиями, недоступными для других.

B2 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈnætʃ.ər.əl/

Supernatural

сверхъестественный

Meaning

relating to things that cannot be explained by natural or scientific laws; beyond the normal or physical world

Example

The old house was said to have supernatural powers.

Старый дом, по слухам, обладал сверхъестественными силами.

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 /stɪtʃ/

stitch

счастье

Meaning

to sew with needle and thread; to join pieces of fabric

Example

She will stitch the torn dress carefully.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда получила награду.

C1 adjective /sɪmˈfɒnɪk/

symphonic

симфонический

Meaning

relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra

Example

The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.

Концерт представил симфоническое произведение.

B2 adverb /ˈsmuːð.li/

Smoothly

гладко; без проблем

Meaning

without problems or difficulties; in an even and regular way

Example

The car runs smoothly on the new highway.

Машина едет гладко по новой трассе.

C1 noun /ˈsæŋk.ʃən/

Sanction

санкция

Meaning

official permission or approval; a penalty for disobeying a rule

Example

The government imposed economic sanctions on the country.

Правительство ввело экономические санкции против страны.

B2 verb /soʊk/

soak

погружать

Meaning

to make something completely wet by immersing it in liquid

Example

She soaked the clothes in water before washing them.

она погрузила одежду в воду перед тем, как ее постирать.

B2 noun /səˈplaɪə(r)/

supplier

поставщик

Meaning

a person or company that provides goods or services

Example

The supplier delivered the products on time.

Поставщик доставил продукцию вовремя.

B2 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.

B1 noun /ˈseɪ.vɪŋz/

savings

сбережения

Meaning

Money that is saved, especially in a bank or official scheme for future use.

Example

Many people invest their savings in real estate.

Многие люди инвестируют свои сбережения в недвижимость.

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.

B2 adjective /ˈspɒtɪd/

Spotted

пятнистый; отмеченный; замеченный

Meaning

having spots or marks; noticed or seen

Example

The spotted leopard moved silently through the jungle.

Пятнистая пантера двигалась бесшумно через джунгли.

C1 adjective /ˌsækrəˈlɪdʒəs/

sacrilegious

сакралигийный

Meaning

Showing disrespect or irreverence toward something sacred.

Example

The painting was criticized as being sacrilegious.

Картина была раскритикована как сакралигийная.

C1 noun /ˈskaʊndrəl/

scoundrel

негодяй

Meaning

a dishonest or unscrupulous person; a villain

Example

That scoundrel cheated the old man out of his savings.

Этот негодяй обманул старика и украл его сбережения.

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.

B2 verb /səbˈskraɪb/

subscribe

Meaning

to pay to receive a service regularly; to agree with or support something

Example

I subscribe to several online magazines.

Я подписался на несколько онлайн-журналов.

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.

A2 noun /skwɛə(r)/

square

квадрат

Meaning

a shape with four equal straight sides and four right angles

Example

The table has a square shape.

Стол имеет квадратную форму.

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.

C2 noun /ˈsɑːrdʒənt ət ɑːrmz/

sergeant-at-arms

старшина

Meaning

An officer responsible for maintaining order during meetings or legislative sessions.

Example

The sergeant-at-arms escorted the disruptive member out of the hall.

Старшина вывел нарушителя из зала.

C1 adjective /snaɪd/

snide

язвительный

Meaning

mocking or insulting in an indirect way

Example

He couldn’t resist making a snide comment about her dress.

Он не мог удержаться от язвительного комментария о ее платье.

C1 noun স্ক্রোলিং অ্যাডিকশন

scrolling addiction

зависимость от прокрутки

Meaning

A compulsive need to continuously scroll through content on digital devices, particularly smartphones and social media platforms.

Example

Scrolling addiction is a growing concern among smartphone users.

Зависимость от прокрутки является растущей проблемой среди пользователей смартфонов.

C1 noun /ˈsiːskeɪp/

seascape

морской пейзаж

Meaning

A view or painting of the sea.

Example

The artist painted a beautiful seascape at sunset.

Художник нарисовал красивый морской пейзаж на закате.

C1 verb /skɒf/

scoff

насмехаться

Meaning

to speak about something in a mocking or dismissive way

Example

He scoffed at the idea of moving abroad.

Он насмехался над идеей переезда за границу.

C1 adjective /ˈsɛn.sər.i/

sensory

сенсорный

Meaning

Related to the five human senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell).

Example

Sensory feedback enhances the VR experience.

Сенсорная обратная связь улучшает опыт виртуальной реальности.

C1 noun /ˈskwɒtər/

squatter

незаконный поселенец

Meaning

a person who unlawfully occupies an uninhabited building or unused land

Example

The police removed the squatters from the abandoned house.

Полиция вывела незаконных поселенцев из заброшенного дома.

B2 noun /swɪŋ/

Swing

качели

Meaning

move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis

Example

The children love to swing in the park.

Дети любят качаться в парке.

C1 adjective /səbˈdʒɛktɪv/

subjective

субъективный

Meaning

based on personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than facts

Example

Beauty is often considered a subjective concept.

Красоту часто считают субъективным понятием.

C2 adjective /ˈsɪŋkəˌpeɪtɪd/

syncopated

синкопированный

Meaning

Characterized by displaced beats or rhythms, especially in music.

Example

The jazz piece had a syncopated rhythm that energized the crowd.

Джазовый номер имел синкопированный ритм, который воодушевил толпу.

B2 noun /ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/

semicircle

полукруг

Meaning

Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.

Example

The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher.

Студенты сели полукругом вокруг учителя.

C2 noun /ˈstrɪndʒənsi/

stringency

строгость

Meaning

the quality of being strict, precise, or severe

Example

The stringency of the new rules surprised everyone.

Строгость новых правил удивила всех.

C1 noun /ˈskælpəl/

scalpel

скальпель

Meaning

A small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery and dissection.

Example

The surgeon carefully used a scalpel to make the first incision.

Хирург осторожно использовал скальпель, чтобы сделать первый разрез.

C1 verb /swɜːrv/

swerve

резко изменить направление

Meaning

to change direction suddenly, especially to avoid hitting something

Example

The car swerved to avoid the dog.

Машина резко изменила направление, чтобы избежать собаки.

C2 adjective /spraɪ/

spry

проворный

Meaning

active and lively, especially in old age

Example

The spry grandmother surprised everyone with her quick dance steps.

Проворная бабушка удивила всех своими быстрыми танцевальными шагами.

C1 noun /sɪv/

sieve

сито

Meaning

a utensil with a mesh or perforated bottom, used for straining or sifting

Example

She used a sieve to strain the pasta.

Она использовала сито, чтобы процеживать пасту.

B2 adverb /ˈsmɑːt.li/

Smartly

умно; стильно; быстро

Meaning

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

Example

He was smartly dressed for the business meeting.

Он был одет стильно для деловой встречи.

B2 noun /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.

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.

C1 noun /sərˈveɪər/

surveyor

геодезист

Meaning

A person who measures and maps land, buildings, or other features.

Example

The surveyor measured the land for construction.

Геодезист измерил землю для строительства.

B1 verb /spaɪ/

spy

шпионить

Meaning

to secretly collect information about a person, group, or country

Example

He was caught spying on his neighbor through the window.

Его поймали, когда он шпионит за своим соседом через окно.

B2 noun /ˌsɛlf rɪˈspɛkt/

self-respect

самоуважение

Meaning

A feeling of pride and confidence in oneself; self-worth.

Example

She refused to compromise her self-respect by accepting unfair treatment.

Она отказалась компрометировать свое самоуважение, принимая несправедливое отношение.

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.

C1 noun /sʌˈmeɪʃən/

summation

сумма, резюме

Meaning

The process of adding things together; a summary of points.

Example

The lawyer gave a powerful summation of the case.

Адвокат дал мощное резюме дела.

C1 adjective /ˌsʌbˈkɒn.ʃəs/

subconscious

подсознание

Meaning

Of or concerning the part of the mind which one is not fully aware of but which influences actions and feelings.

Example

Fears often come from the subconscious mind.

Страхи часто исходят из подсознания.

C1 verb /skʌlpt/

sculpt

счастье

Meaning

to create or shape something by carving or molding

Example

The artist sculpted a beautiful statue from marble.

Она не могла скрыть своего счастья, когда она получила награду.

C2 noun /səˈɡæs.ə.t̬i/

sagacity

глубокое знание

Meaning

The quality of being sagacious; having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment.

Example

His sagacity made him a great leader.

Его сагасити сделало его великим лидером.

C2 noun /slaɪt/

sleight

умение

Meaning

Skill or dexterity, especially in performing tricks.

Example

The magician amazed the crowd with his sleight of hand.

Фокусник поразил толпу своим мастерством.

C2 noun /strəˈmoʊ.ni.əm ˌflaʊ.ər/

Stramonium flower

цветок дурмана

Meaning

A trumpet-shaped white or purple flower from the jimsonweed plant, known for its toxic properties

Example

The stramonium flower blooms at night with a sweet fragrance.

Цветок дурмана цветет ночью с сладким запахом.

A2 noun səkˈsɛs

success

успех

Meaning

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit

Example

Success requires focus and determination.

Успех требует сосредоточенности и решимости.

B2 adjective/noun /staʊt/

stout

крепкий / толстый

Meaning

Strong, thick, or heavily built; also a kind of dark beer

Example

The stout man lifted the heavy box with ease.

Толстый мужчина легко поднял тяжелую коробку.

B2 adjective /ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

systematic

систематический

Meaning

Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.

Example

The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.

Компания использовала систематический подход для решения проблемы.

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.

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.

A2 adverb /ˈsʌm.deɪ/

someday

когда-нибудь

Meaning

at some time in the future

Example

Someday, I want to travel the world.

Когда-нибудь я хочу путешествовать по миру.

C1 adjective /sɪˈnɒnɪməs/

synonymous

синоним

Meaning

having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something

Example

For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity.

Для многих людей её имя — синоним щедрости.

B2 adjective /ˈstʌdid/

studied

обдуманный

Meaning

carefully considered, deliberate, or planned

Example

Her response was calm and studied, not impulsive.

Её ответ был спокойным и обдуманным, не импульсивным.

C1 verb /spɔːn/

spawn

порождать

Meaning

to produce or generate, often in large numbers

Example

The video game has spawned many sequels.

Видеоигра породила много продолжений.

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 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.

B1 noun/adjective /ˈsmoʊ.kɪŋ/

smoking

курение

Meaning

The act of inhaling and exhaling the smoke of tobacco or other substances; wearing a tuxedo (adjective, formal context).

Example

Smoking is prohibited inside the building.

Курение запрещено внутри здания.

B2 noun /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

структуры

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

Этот регион имеет древние структуры.

C1 noun /ˈsɜːr.vɪ.tuːd/

Servitude

рабство

Meaning

the state of being a slave or completely subject to someone more powerful

Example

Many people fought to escape the servitude imposed by the colonial system.

Многие люди боролись, чтобы освободиться от рабства, навязанного колониальной системой.

A2 adjective /ˈstuː.pɪd/

Stupid

глупый; тупой; безмозглый

Meaning

lacking intelligence or common sense; foolish

Example

It was stupid of me to forget my umbrella on a rainy day.

Это было глупо с моей стороны забыть зонтик в дождливый день.

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.

C2 verb /ˈsʌbdʒʊˌɡeɪt/

subjugate

подчинить

Meaning

To bring under domination or control, especially by conquest.

Example

The empire sought to subjugate the neighboring kingdoms.

Империя пыталась подчинить соседние королевства.

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 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.

C2 adjective /ˌstætʃuˈɛsk/

statuesque

статуиобразный

Meaning

Having the grace, beauty, or dignity of a statue; tall and attractively proportioned.

Example

She had a statuesque figure that turned heads wherever she went.

У нее была статуиобразная фигура, которая привлекала взгляды, куда бы она ни шла.

C1 noun /ˈseɪɑːns/

seance

сеанс спиритизма

Meaning

A meeting where people attempt to communicate with the spirits of the dead.

Example

They held a seance to contact their late grandmother.

Они провели сеанс спиритизма, чтобы связаться с их покойной бабушкой.

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.

C1 verb /sɪˈkluːd/

seclude

изолировать

Meaning

To keep someone away from other people; to isolate.

Example

The monk chose to seclude himself in the mountains.

Монах выбрал изолироваться в горах.

C1 adjective /stɔːntʃ/

staunch

стойкий, верный

Meaning

Loyal, committed, and firm in support.

Example

She is a staunch supporter of environmental protection.

Она стойкий сторонник защиты окружающей среды.

C1 adjective ˈsek.tər spəˈsɪf.ɪk

sector-specific

секторный

Meaning

Relating to or designed for a particular sector or industry.

Example

Sector-specific policies attract targeted investments.

Секторные политики привлекают целевые инвестиции.

B1 adjective /ˈspaɪ.si/

Spicy

острый

Meaning

having a strong, hot flavor from spices; containing spices

Example

This curry is too spicy for me to eat.

Это карри слишком острое для меня.

C1 noun /səbˈmɜːrdʒəns/

submergence

погружение

Meaning

the act or process of being submerged or going underwater

Example

The submergence of coastal areas is a major concern due to rising sea levels.

Погружение прибрежных районов вызывает серьезную озабоченность из-за повышения уровня моря.

C2 adjective /sɪər/

sere

сухой

Meaning

Dry or withered, especially vegetation.

Example

The sere leaves crumbled under his feet.

Сухие листья рассыпались под его ногами.

C2 noun /ʃiːf/

sheaf

пучок пшеницы

Meaning

a bundle of grain stalks laid lengthwise and tied together after reaping; a bundle of objects tied together

Example

The farmer carried a sheaf of wheat on his shoulder.

Фермер нес пучок пшеницы на своем плече.

A2 verb /swɪm/

swim

плавать

Meaning

to move through water using body movements

Example

I love to swim in the ocean during summer.

Мне нравится плавать в океане летом.

C1 verb /ˈstaɪfəld/

stifled

подавлять

Meaning

to suppress, hold back, or prevent something from happening

Example

He stifled a laugh during the serious meeting.

Он подавил смех во время серьезной встречи.

A1 verb /stænd/

stand

стоять

Meaning

to be in an upright position; to tolerate or endure

Example

Please stand up when the teacher enters.

Пожалуйста, встаньте, когда учитель войдёт.

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.

B2 noun/verb /stʌmp/

stump

пень дерева, озадачить

Meaning

the base of a tree left after the trunk is cut down; to puzzle or confuse

Example

The question completely stumped the students.

Этот вопрос совершенно озадачил студентов.

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.

C1 noun /ʃɑːrd/

shard

осколок

Meaning

a broken piece of glass, metal, or pottery

Example

He cut his finger on a shard of glass.

Он порезал палец осколком стекла.

C2 noun /sɪˈkwiːlə/

sequela

последствия

Meaning

A condition that is the consequence of a previous disease or injury.

Example

Lung scarring can be a sequela of severe pneumonia.

Рубцы на легких могут быть последствиями тяжелой пневмонии.

A1 adverb /soʊ/

so

так

Meaning

to such a degree or extent

Example

She was so happy with the gift.

Она была так счастлива с подарком.

C1 adverb /ˈsɜːrtʃɪŋli/

searchingly

исследовательно

Meaning

In a way that seems to look for hidden meanings or truth.

Example

She looked at him searchingly, hoping for an honest answer.

Она посмотрела на него с любопытством, ожидая честного ответа.

B2 adjective /ˈsoʊpi/

Soapy

покрытый мылом; пенистый

Meaning

covered with soap; having the characteristics of soap; foamy

Example

The dishes were still soapy after washing.

Тарелки всё ещё были мыльными после мытья.

C2 adjective /səˈmætɪk/

somatic

телесный

Meaning

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.

Example

Yoga can improve both somatic and mental health.

Йога может улучшить как телесное, так и психическое здоровье.

C2 adjective /ˌsuː.pər.ɪˈrɑː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

supererogatory

лишний

Meaning

Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.

Example

His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for.

Его пожертвование было лишним, намного больше, чем кто-либо просил.

C2 noun /ˈskɜː.vi/

scurvy

Цинга

Meaning

A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum disease, and bleeding.

Example

Sailors often suffered from scurvy during long sea voyages without fresh fruits.

Моряки часто страдали от цинги во время долгих морских путешествий без свежих фруктов.

C2 noun /ˈsɪkəfənt/

sycophant

льстец

Meaning

A person who acts obsequiously toward someone important in order to gain advantage.

Example

The manager was surrounded by sycophants who agreed with everything he said.

Менеджер был окружён льстецами, которые соглашались со всем, что он говорил.

C1 noun /sɪˈsɛʃən/

secession

сецессия

Meaning

The action of formally withdrawing from membership of a federation or body.

Example

The secession of the southern states led to the Civil War.

Сецессия южных штатов привела к Гражданской войне.

C1 noun səˈfɪʃənsi

sufficiency

достаточность

Meaning

The condition of being adequate or enough; adequacy.

Example

The sufficiency of food supply is critical for survival.

Достаточность поставок пищи критична для выживания.

A1 noun /saɪd/

side

сторона

Meaning

a position to the left or right of something

Example

The store is on the side of the road.

Магазин находится сбоку от дороги.

A1 adverb /suːn/

Soon

скоро

Meaning

in a short time; before long; quickly

Example

The train will arrive soon.

Поезд скоро приедет.

A2 verb /ʃeɪk/

shake

трясти

Meaning

to move quickly back and forth; to tremble

Example

The earthquake made the building shake.

Землетрясение заставило здание трястись.

C1 adjective /sɪˈkluːdɪd/

secluded

уединённый

Meaning

Placed apart from other people or things; private and quiet.

Example

They spent their vacation in a secluded beach house.

Они провели свой отпуск в уединённом домике на пляже.

A2 adjective /ˈʃaɪ.ni/

Shiny

блестящий; сияющий;

Meaning

reflecting light; bright and polished; glossy

Example

The shiny new car caught everyone's attention.

Блестящий новый автомобиль привлек внимание всех.

C1 verb /smɜrk/

smirk

ухмылка самодовольства

Meaning

to smile in a self-satisfied, smug, or silly way

Example

He smirked when he won the argument.

Он ухмыльнулся, когда выиграл спор.

C1 adjective /ˌsuː.pəˈsɒn.ɪk/

Supersonic

быстрее скорости звука; относящийся к скоростям, превышающим скорость звука

Meaning

faster than the speed of sound; relating to speeds greater than the speed of sound

Example

The supersonic jet broke the sound barrier.

Сверхзвуковой самолет преодолел звуковой барьер.

C2 adjective /ˈsmɑːrmi/

smarmy

льстивый / ложная вежливость

Meaning

Excessively flattering or ingratiating, often insincerely.

Example

The salesman gave a smarmy pitch that felt fake.

Продавец дал льстивую речь, которая показалась фальшивой.

B1 noun ˈsɪs.təmz

systems

системы

Meaning

A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.

Example

Effective systems improve productivity.

Эффективные системы улучшают продуктивность.

C2 adjective /ˈsiːmli/

seemly

подобающий

Meaning

proper or appropriate in behavior or appearance

Example

It was not seemly to argue loudly during the ceremony.

Не было подобающим спорить громко во время церемонии.

C1 noun /ˈskaɪ.lɑːrk/

Sky-Lark

жаворонок

Meaning

a small brown bird known for singing while flying high in the sky

Example

The skylark sang beautifully as it soared above the meadow.

Жаворонок пел красиво, пока он летел над лугом.

B2 adjective səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl

sustainable

устойчивый

Meaning

Able to be maintained at a certain rate or level; conserving an ecological balance.

Example

Sustainable practices mitigate environmental impact.

Устойчивые практики уменьшают воздействие на окружающую среду.

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 adjective /ˈstʌb.ərn/

Stubborn

упрямый; настойчивый; упорный

Meaning

refusing to change opinion or course of action; persistent; obstinate

Example

The stubborn child refused to eat his vegetables.

Упрямый ребенок отказался есть свои овощи.

B2 adjective /sɔːr/

sore

болезненный

Meaning

painful or aching, usually in a specific part of the body

Example

After the long run, my legs were sore.

После длинного бега мои ноги были болючими.

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.

C1 noun /sɪr/

seer

ясновидящий

Meaning

A person who is supposed to be able to see what will happen in the future; a prophet.

Example

The seer predicted a great change in the kingdom.

Ясновидящий предсказал большое изменение в королевстве.

B2 noun /ˈspəʊkspɜːrsən/

spokesperson

спикер

Meaning

a person who speaks on behalf of others or an organization

Example

The spokesperson addressed the press conference on behalf of the company.

Спикер выступил на пресс-конференции от имени компании.