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 /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 /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 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 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 /soʊp keɪs/

Soap case

коробка для мыла

Meaning

a container used to store soap

Example

She bought a beautiful soap case for the bathroom.

Она купила красивую коробку для мыла для ванной.

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 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 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 /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, 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 /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 /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 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 /ˈstɛdi/

steady

стабильный

Meaning

firm, stable, and not likely to change suddenly

Example

He kept his hand steady while painting the picture.

Он держал свою руку стабильно, рисуя картину.

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 noun /ˈsɜːr.plʌs/

surplus

излишек

Meaning

An amount that is more than what is needed.

Example

The country has a surplus of food this year.

В этом году в стране излишек продуктов питания.

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 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 verb /ʃʌv/

shove

толкать

Meaning

to push someone or something roughly

Example

He shoved the box into the corner.

Он толкнул коробку в угол.

B2 noun /sɪv/

Seive

сито

Meaning

a utensil consisting of a wire or plastic mesh held in a frame, used for straining solids from liquids

Example

She used a sieve to separate the flour from lumps.

Она использовала сито, чтобы отделить муку от комков.

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 noun /ˈsɛnətər/

senator

сенатор

Meaning

a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body

Example

The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies.

Сенатор страстно говорил о экологической политике.

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 /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 ˈʃɔːtkʌmɪŋz

shortcomings

недостатки

Meaning

A fault or failure to meet a certain standard; deficiencies.

Example

Institutional shortcomings affect student behavior negatively.

Институциональные недостатки негативно сказываются на поведении студентов.

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 noun səˈsteɪnəbl dɪˈvɛləpmənt

Sustainable Development

устойчивое развитие

Meaning

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

Example

Eco-tourism contributes to sustainable development in local communities.

Экотуризм способствует устойчивому развитию в местных сообществах.

B2 noun /ˈsɪɡ.nə.tʃər/

Signature

подпись

Meaning

a person's name written in their own handwriting as identification or authorization

Example

Please put your signature at the bottom of the document.

Пожалуйста, поставьте свою подпись внизу документа.

B2 verb /stɜːr/

stir

перемешивать

Meaning

to mix or move something in a circular motion, especially in liquid

Example

She stirred the soup to make sure it didn't burn.

Она перемешала суп, чтобы убедиться, что он не сгорит.

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 /ˈsuː.ɪ.saɪd/

Suicide

суицид

Meaning

the act of intentionally killing oneself

Example

Mental health professionals work to prevent suicide.

Профессионалы в области психического здоровья работают над предотвращением суицида.

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 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 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 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 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 verb /ˈʃætər/

shatter

разбивать

Meaning

To break suddenly into many small pieces.

Example

The glass will shatter if you drop it.

Стекло разобьется, если ты уронишь его.

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 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 /ˈʃɔːrt.kʌm.ɪŋ/

Shortcoming

недостаток; ошибка; дефект

Meaning

a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a deficiency

Example

Despite his many talents, he has some shortcomings.

Несмотря на его многочисленные таланты, у него есть несколько недостатков.

B2 adjective /ˈʃæb.i/

Shabby

поношенный; в плохом состоянии; с признаками износа; несправедливый или жестокий

Meaning

worn out; in poor condition; showing signs of wear; unfair or mean

Example

His shabby clothes showed that he had been traveling for days.

Его поношенная одежда показывала, что он путешествовал несколько дней.

B2 noun /ˈsiː.mən/

Seaman

моряк

Meaning

a person who works on a ship; sailor

Example

The experienced seaman navigated the ship through the storm.

Опытный моряк управлял кораблем через шторм.

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 verb /sweɪ/

sway

качать

Meaning

To move or cause to move slowly or rhythmically back and forth; to influence someone's opinion or decision.

Example

The trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Деревья качались мягко на ветру.

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 /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.

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 /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 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 verb /skwiːz/

squeeze

сжимать

Meaning

to press something firmly, especially from all sides in order to extract or compress it

Example

She squeezed the toothpaste to get the last bit.

Она сжала тюбик с зубной пастой, чтобы извлечь последнюю часть.

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 adverb /ˈsiː.krət.li/

secretly

тайно

Meaning

in a way that is hidden or not known by others

Example

She secretly planned a surprise party for her friend.

Она тайно спланировала вечеринку-сюрприз для своей подруги.

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 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 /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 /ˈsʌmən/

summon

призывать, вызывать

Meaning

To order someone to come or to gather courage or strength.

Example

The king summoned his advisors to the court.

Король призвал своих советников в суд.

B2 adjective /stiːp/

steep

крутой, чрезмерный

Meaning

Having a sharp inclination or high slope; also can mean excessive (as in price).

Example

The hikers climbed a steep mountain trail.

Туристы поднялись по крутой горной тропе.

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 /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, 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 noun /ˈsɪmfəni/

Symphony

симфония

Meaning

an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements

Example

The orchestra performed Beethoven's Fifth Symphony.

Оркестр исполнил Пятую симфонию Бетховена.

B2 verb /səˈspɛnd/

suspend

приостановить

Meaning

To temporarily stop something from being active or valid.

Example

The company decided to suspend his membership.

Компания решила приостановить его членство.

B2 noun /səbˈskraɪbər/

subscriber

подписчик

Meaning

a person who receives or subscribes to a service, magazine, or service

Example

She is a subscriber to the monthly magazine.

Она подписчица ежемесячного журнала.

B2 adjective /səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

Substantial

существенный; значительный; существенный

Meaning

large in size, amount, or importance; considerable; significant

Example

There was a substantial increase in sales this quarter.

В этом квартале было значительное увеличение продаж.

B2 noun /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/

shooting

съемка

Meaning

the action of shooting a gun, camera, or similar device

Example

The shooting of the movie took several months.

Съемка фильма заняла несколько месяцев.

B2 noun /səˈspens/

Suspense

напряжение

Meaning

a feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what will happen

Example

The movie kept us in suspense until the very end.

Фильм держал нас в напряжении до самого конца.

B2 noun /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

shipping

доставка

Meaning

the process of transporting goods

Example

The shipping of the products was delayed due to weather conditions.

Доставка продукции была задержана из-за погодных условий.

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 noun /ˌsoʊsiˈɑːlədʒi/

sociology

социология

Meaning

the study of society, human relationships, and social institutions

Example

She is studying sociology at university.

Она изучает социологию в университете.

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 noun /skwɒd/

squad

команда

Meaning

a small group of people organized for a specific purpose or task, often in the military or sports

Example

The football squad trained hard before the championship match.

Футбольная команда тренировалась усердно перед матчем чемпионата.

B2 verb /skreɪp/

scrape

царапать, скрести

Meaning

to remove or damage the surface of something by rubbing or scratching; to collect something by effort

Example

He scraped his knee while playing football.

Он поцарапал колено, играя в футбол.

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 /səkˈsɛʃ.ən/

succession

экологическая сукцессия

Meaning

The process of ecological change in which one community of organisms is gradually replaced by another.

Example

Forest succession occurs when old ecosystems are replaced by new ones.

Лесная сукцессия происходит, когда старые экосистемы заменяются новыми.

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 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 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 adverb /ˈsɪmɪlərli/

similarly

аналогично

Meaning

in a similar way

Example

Similarly, we can achieve success with dedication and hard work.

Аналогично, мы можем достичь успеха с помощью преданности и усердной работы.

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 /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.

B2 noun /ˈskuːtər/

scooter

скутер

Meaning

a small two-wheeled vehicle powered by an engine or electricity

Example

She rides a scooter to work every day.

Она ездит на скутере на работу каждый день.

B2 noun/verb /swɔːrm/

swarm

рои

Meaning

A large group of insects or people moving together.

Example

A swarm of bees surrounded the tree.

Рой пчел окружил дерево.

B2 verb /ˈskræmbəl/

scramble

быстро забираться или смешивать

Meaning

to move or climb quickly using hands and feet; to mix or arrange in a hurried way

Example

The kids scrambled up the hill to catch the kite.

Дети быстро забрались на холм, чтобы поймать воздушного змея.

B2 adjective /ˈskætərd/

Scattered

разбросанный; рассеянный;

Meaning

spread widely apart; dispersed; occurring here and there

Example

Scattered showers are expected throughout the day.

Ожидаются рассеянные дожди в течение всего дня.

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 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 /ˈsloʊɡən/

slogan

Meaning

a short and memorable phrase used to promote a cause or product

Example

The campaign used a powerful slogan to inspire people.

Meaning

to move goods illegally into or out of a country

Example

The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.

B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

отправить

Meaning

to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield

Example

Please submit your assignment by Friday.

Пожалуйста, отправьте ваше задание до пятницы.

B2 noun /siːdʒ/

siege

осада

Meaning

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

Example

The castle fell after a long siege.

Замок пал после долгой осады.

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 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 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 /sɪˈlek.tɪv/

Selective

избирательный

Meaning

relating to or involving careful selection; choosy about what to accept

Example

The university has a selective admission process for new students.

В университете есть избирательный процесс поступления для новых студентов.

B2 noun ˈstɪmjələs

stimulus

стимул

Meaning

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

Example

Plants respond to external stimulus.

Растения реагируют на внешний стимул.

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 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 /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 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 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

сбрасывать

Meaning

to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

Example

Trees shed their leaves in autumn.

Деревья сбрасывают свои листья осенью.

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 /ˈʃeɪm.fəl/

Shameful

позорный; бесславный; стыдный

Meaning

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

Example

His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family.

Его позорное поведение опозорило всю семью.

B2 verb /siːz/

seize

захватить

Meaning

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

Example

The police managed to seize the stolen goods.

Полиция сумела изъять украденные товары.