B2 noun /ˈswɒl.oʊ/

Swallow

ласточка

Meaning

a small migratory bird with long wings and a forked tail

Example

The swallow built its nest under the roof.

Ласточка построила гнездо под крышей.

B2 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 /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

screening

скрининг или показ

Meaning

the act of examining or testing people to detect disease or evaluate suitability; a showing of a movie or program

Example

The hospital offered free health screening for all employees.

Больница предложила бесплатное медицинское обследование для всех сотрудников.

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/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 adjective /stɪf/

Stiff

жесткий; твердый; негибкий

Meaning

not easily bent or changed; rigid; firm

Example

The old wooden board was too stiff to bend.

Старая деревянная доска была слишком жесткой, чтобы согнуться.

B2 verb /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 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 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 adjective /stəˈtɪstɪkəl/

statistical

статистический

Meaning

relating to the use or analysis of numerical data

Example

The report provides statistical data about population growth.

Отчет предоставляет статистические данные о росте населения.

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.

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 /ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/

structures

структуры

Meaning

Buildings or other objects constructed from several parts.

Example

The region has ancient structures.

Этот регион имеет древние структуры.

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 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 /sfɪər/

sphere

сфера

Meaning

a round, three-dimensional shape that is perfectly symmetrical around its center; an area of activity or knowledge

Example

The Earth is almost a perfect sphere.

Земля почти идеальная сфера.

B2 noun /ˌstɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

stimulation

стимуляция

Meaning

The action of arousing interest, enthusiasm, or excitement.

Example

Stimulation reduces stress and aids relaxation.

Стимуляция снижает стресс и способствует расслаблению.

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 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 verb /sɔːr/

soar

взлетать / быстро увеличиваться

Meaning

to fly or rise high in the air; to increase rapidly or dramatically

Example

The eagle soared high above the mountains.

Орел взлетел высоко над горами.

B2 noun /spaɪn/

Spine

позвоночник; центральная опора структуры

Meaning

the backbone or vertebral column of a vertebrate; the central support of a structure

Example

She injured her spine in the accident.

Она повредила позвоночник в аварии.

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 adjective /ˈsæv.ɪdʒ/

Savage

дикое; жестокое; варварское

Meaning

extremely cruel or violent; wild and fierce; uncivilized

Example

The savage attack shocked everyone.

Дикая атака потрясла всех.

B2 noun /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 (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 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 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 noun ˈsoʊʃəl rɪˌspɒnsəˈbɪləti

social responsibility

социальная ответственность

Meaning

The duty to act in ways that benefit society as a whole.

Example

Social responsibility should be part of the education curriculum.

Социальная ответственность должна быть частью образовательной программы.

B2 noun /ˈsæŋk.tʃuˌɛr.i/

sanctuary

убежище

Meaning

A place of safety, refuge, or protection; a sacred place.

Example

The forest is a sanctuary for endangered animals.

Лес — это убежище для исчезающих животных.

B2 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.ki/

Shaky

неустойчивый; дрожащий; ненадежный; слабый

Meaning

unstable; trembling; unreliable; weak

Example

His voice was shaky with nervousness.

Его голос дрожал от нервозности.

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 verb /sɪp/

sip

попивать

Meaning

to drink in small quantities; to taste carefully

Example

She sipped her tea slowly while reading the newspaper.

Она медленно попивала чай, читая газету.

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 adjective /self səˈfɪʃənt/

Self-sufficient

самодостаточный

Meaning

able to provide for oneself without depending on others

Example

The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables.

Ферма полностью самодостаточна в производстве овощей.

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.

B2 noun /sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kəns/

Significance

значение

Meaning

the quality of being worthy of attention; importance

Example

The discovery has great significance for medical research.

Открытие имеет большое значение для медицинских исследований.

B2 verb /ˈstrʌɡlɪŋ/

struggling

бороться

Meaning

Making forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or constriction; having difficulty achieving something.

Example

Many regions are struggling with economic recovery.

Многие регионы борются с экономическим восстановлением.

B2 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 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 sliːp ˌdɛprɪˈveɪʃən

sleep deprivation

недосыпание

Meaning

The condition of not having enough sleep; lack of adequate sleep.

Example

Sleep deprivation can severely impact mental health.

Недосыпание может сильно повлиять на психическое здоровье.

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.

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 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 /ˈsɪmptəm/

symptom

симптом

Meaning

a sign or indication of something, especially of an illness

Example

Fever is a common symptom of the flu.

Лихорадка — это обычный симптом гриппа.

B2 adjective /ˈstɑː.ri/

Starry

звездный; яркий;

Meaning

full of stars; shining like stars; relating to stars

Example

We enjoyed the starry night sky while camping in the mountains.

Мы наслаждались звездным ночным небом, когда мы лагерировали в горах.

B2 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 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 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 /stəˈtɪstɪks/

statistics

статистика

Meaning

the practice or science of collecting and analyzing numerical data

Example

The statistics showed an increase in the number of users last year.

Статистика показала увеличение числа пользователей в прошлом году.

B2 noun /ˈspesɪmən/

Specimen

образец; экзепляр; проба

Meaning

an individual example of something; a sample collected for scientific study or testing

Example

The scientist collected a blood specimen for analysis.

Учёный собрал образец крови для анализа.

B2 adjective /ˈsɪk.li/

Sickly

слабый; больной; бледный

Meaning

weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale

Example

The sickly child needed extra care and attention.

Больной ребенок нуждался в дополнительном уходе и внимании.

B2 noun /stɑːr fɪʃ/

Star fish

морская звезда

Meaning

a marine echinoderm with five or more radiating arms, typically found on the sea floor

Example

The starfish slowly moved across the ocean floor searching for food.

Морская звезда медленно двигалась по дну океана в поисках пищи.

B2 noun ˈsuː.pər.fuːdz

superfoods

суперфуды

Meaning

Nutrient-dense foods that are particularly beneficial for health and well-being.

Example

Blueberries and spinach are superfoods rich in vitamins.

Черника и шпинат - это суперфуды, богатые витаминами.

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 /strɪp/

Strip

длинная узкая полоса ткани, бумаги, пластика или другого материала

Meaning

a long narrow piece of cloth, paper, plastic, or other material

Example

She tore a strip of paper from the notebook.

Она оторвала полоску бумаги от блокнота.

B2 verb səˈpres

suppress

подавлять

Meaning

To forcibly put an end to; to restrain or subdue.

Example

Authorities must suppress criminal activities in campuses.

Власти должны подавлять преступную деятельность на кампусах.

B2 noun /ˈsikwəns/

Sequence

последовательность

Meaning

a particular order in which related events, movements, or things follow each other; a set of related events, movements, or things that follow each other in a particular order

Example

The dance sequence was perfectly choreographed.

Танцевальная последовательность была идеально хореографирована.

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 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 /ˈsʌb.sɪ.di/

subsidy

субсидия

Meaning

Financial assistance provided by government to reduce costs of goods or services.

Example

The government provides a fuel subsidy to control prices.

Правительство предоставляет субсидию на топливо для контроля цен.

B2 noun /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 /ˈset.əl.mənt/

Settlement

поселение; соглашение

Meaning

a place where people establish a community; an agreement that ends a dispute

Example

The early settlement was built near the river for easy access to water.

Раннее поселение было построено рядом с рекой для удобного доступа к воде.

B2 verb /ˈstɑːrtl/

startle

испугать

Meaning

To surprise or frighten someone suddenly.

Example

The loud noise startled the children.

Громкий звук напугал детей.

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 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 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 /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 verb /sɑːb/

sob

рыдать громко

Meaning

to cry noisily while taking short breaths

Example

She began to sob uncontrollably after hearing the news.

Она начала всхлипывать, не в силах сдержать слезы, услышав новость.

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 adverb /ˈʃɑːrpli/

sharply

резко

Meaning

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

Example

Prices rose sharply after the announcement.

Цены резко выросли после объявления.

B2 noun /sliːv/

Sleeve

рукав

Meaning

the part of a garment that covers the arm

Example

She rolled up her sleeves before starting to cook.

Она закатила рукава перед тем, как начать готовить.

B2 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 adjective /ˈʃɒkɪŋ/

shocking

шокирующий

Meaning

causing surprise or disbelief; startling

Example

The news of the accident was shocking to everyone.

Новость о происшествии была шокирующей для всех.

B2 noun /ˌsɒl.ɪˈdær.ə.ti/

Solidarity

солидарность

Meaning

unity or agreement of feeling or action among individuals with a common interest

Example

The workers showed solidarity during the strike.

работники продемонстрировали солидарность во время забастовки.

B2 noun /ˈʃɔːr.tɪdʒ/

Shortage

нехватка

Meaning

a lack or deficiency of something that is needed or expected

Example

There is a severe water shortage in the region.

В регионе наблюдается серьёзная нехватка воды.

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 /saʊər/

Sour

кислый

Meaning

having an acid taste like lemon or vinegar; unpleasant or disagreeable

Example

The milk has gone sour and smells terrible.

Молоко стало кислым и пахнет ужасно.

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 /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 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 verb /ˈskroʊlɪŋ/

scrolling

прокрутка

Meaning

Moving through content on a screen by sliding up or down.

Example

Scrolling through feeds wastes a lot of time.

Прокрутка ленты тратит много времени.

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 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

дефицит

Meaning

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

Example

Water scarcity threatens agriculture.

Недостаток воды угрожает сельскому хозяйству.

B2 noun /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 noun /slæŋ/

Slang

сленг; неформальный язык

Meaning

very informal language that is usually spoken rather than written

Example

The teenagers used slang that their parents couldn't understand.

Подростки использовали сленг, который их родители не могли понять.

B2 noun /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 /ˈʃɔːrt ˌsaɪtɪd/

Short-sighted

близорукость; ограниченное мировоззрение

Meaning

lacking foresight or consideration for the future; myopic

Example

His short-sighted decision to quit school early affected his career prospects.

Его короткозоркое решение бросить школу рано повлияло на его карьерные перспективы.

B2 noun /spaʊs/

spouse

супруг

Meaning

a person's husband or wife

Example

Each employee may include their spouse in the health insurance plan.

Каждый сотрудник может включить своего супруга в план медицинского страхования.

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 verb /spɪl/

spill

пролить

Meaning

to cause liquid to flow or fall out of a container by accident

Example

Be careful not to spill your coffee.

Будь осторожен, не пролей свой кофе.

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 verb /ʃrɪŋk/

shrink

сжиматься

Meaning

to become smaller in size; to draw back in fear

Example

The sweater shrank after washing in hot water.

Свитер уменьшился после стирки в горячей воде.

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 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 adverb /ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/

Selfishly

эгоистично

Meaning

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

Example

He selfishly took all the cookies.

Он эгоистично забрал все печенья.

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.

B2 adjective /suːˈpɜːrb/

superb

превосходный

Meaning

extremely good; excellent

Example

The hotel provided superb service during our stay.

Отель предоставил превосходное обслуживание во время нашего пребывания.

B2 adjective /səˈbɜːrbən/

suburban

пригородный

Meaning

relating to or characteristic of a suburb or the people living there

Example

They bought a house in a quiet suburban area.

Они купили дом в тихом пригородном районе.

B2 verb /swiːp/

sweep

подметать

Meaning

to clean by brushing; to move quickly and smoothly

Example

She sweeps the floor every morning.

Она подметает пол каждое утро.

B2 adjective /steɪl/

Stale

черствый; старый; не свежий

Meaning

no longer fresh; lacking originality or novelty

Example

The bread became stale after sitting out for three days.

Хлеб стал черствым после того, как пролежал три дня.

B2 adjective /slæk/

slack

слабый

Meaning

not tight, firm, or busy; lacking tension or activity

Example

Business is slack during the rainy season.

Бизнес замедляется во время сезона дождей.

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 /səˈpɔːtɪv/

supportive

поддерживающий

Meaning

providing encouragement or emotional help to someone

Example

She was very supportive during my difficult times.

Она была очень поддерживающей в мои трудные времена.

B2 noun /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.

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.