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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 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 /ˈspɛʃəˌlaɪzd/

specialized

специализированный
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
У него есть специализированные знания об античных цивилизациях.
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.
B2 noun /skoʊp/

scope

объем
Meaning
the range of one's perception, understanding, or activity
Example
The project is beyond the scope of our resources.
Проект выходит за пределы наших ресурсов.
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 /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 adjective /ˈʃeɪ.di/

Shady

затенённый; подозрительный; нечестный;
Meaning
providing shade; dishonest; suspicious
Example
The shady businessman made a suspicious deal.
Затенённый бизнесмен заключил подозрительную сделку.
B2 noun /ˈskʌlp.tər/

Sculptor

скульптор
Meaning
an artist who creates sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials
Example
The sculptor spent months creating a beautiful marble statue.
Скульптор потратил месяцы на создание прекрасной мраморной статуи.
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 /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 /spɛər/

spare

дать что-то лишнее / спасать
Meaning
To give something that one has extra of; to refrain from harming or killing.
Example
Could you spare me a few minutes of your time?
Можете ли вы уделить мне несколько минут вашего времени?
B2 noun /səbˈmɪʃən/

submission

покорность, подача
Meaning
the act of yielding to authority or presenting something for consideration
Example
Her submission of the report was appreciated by the manager.
Ее подача отчета была оценена менеджером.
B2 noun /stɔːrk/

Stork

Аист
Meaning
large wading bird with long legs and a long neck
Example
The stork built its nest on top of the tall chimney.
Аист построил своё гнездо на вершине высокого дымохода.
B2 noun /ˈsʌ.plɪ.mənt/

Supplement

добавка
Meaning
something that completes or adds to something else; a dietary product
Example
She takes vitamin supplements to maintain her health.
Она принимает витаминные добавки для поддержания своего здоровья.
B2 verb /stroʊk/

stroke

гладить
Meaning
to move your hand gently over something; to hit or touch something gently
Example
She stroked the cat's fur gently.
Она мягко погладила кошку.
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 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 /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 /ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/

Seriousness

серьезность; важность
Meaning
the quality of being serious; gravity; importance
Example
The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke.
Серьезность ситуации стала очевидной, когда врач заговорил.
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 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 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 /sərˈvaɪvər/

Survivor

человек, который выжил, особенно человек, оставшийся в живых после события, в котором другие погибли
Meaning
a person who survives, especially a person remaining alive after an event in which others have died
Example
She is a cancer survivor who now helps other patients.
Она выжившая от рака, которая теперь помогает другим пациентам.
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 noun sɛlf rɪˈlaɪ.əns

self-reliance

самодостаточность
Meaning
Reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others; independence.
Example
Self-reliance helps build confidence.
Самодостаточность помогает строить уверенность.
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 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.
B2 noun /ˈspaɪs bɒks/

Spice box

коробка с приправами
Meaning
a container used to store various spices and seasonings
Example
She opened the spice box to find cumin for her curry.
Она открыла коробку с приправами, чтобы найти тмин для своего карри.
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 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/verb /stʌnt/

stunt

трюк, достижение, препятствовать росту
Meaning
a daring or unusual action performed for entertainment or publicity; to hinder growth or development
Example
The actor performed a dangerous stunt in the movie.
Актёр исполнил опасный стант в фильме.
B2 noun/verb /ˈsæd.əl/

saddle

седло для лошади; нагрузить кого-то ответственностью
Meaning
A seat fastened on the back of a horse for riding; to burden someone with a responsibility.
Example
He saddled the horse before going for a ride.
Он оседлал лошадь перед тем, как поехать на прогулку.
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 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 /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 /ˌsɪmjuˈleɪʃən/

simulation

симуляция
Meaning
the imitation of a situation or process
Example
The simulation helped the students understand the complex theory.
Симуляция помогла студентам понять сложную теорию.
B2 noun /ˌspɛsɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

specification

спецификация
Meaning
a detailed description or assessment of something
Example
The product specification includes all the necessary details.
Спецификация продукта включает все необходимые детали.
B2 adjective /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 /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 /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 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 adjective /ˈseɪ.krɪd/

Sacred

священный
Meaning
connected with God or a god; considered holy; worthy of religious worship
Example
The sacred temple was visited by thousands of pilgrims.
Священный храм посетили тысячи паломников.
B2 noun /stɪŋk/

Stink

зловоние; неприятный запах
Meaning
a strong unpleasant smell; bad odor
Example
The garbage created a terrible stink in the kitchen.
Мусор создал ужасный запах в кухне.
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 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 /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 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 /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 /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 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 /ˌspeʃiˈælɪti/

Speciality

специализация
Meaning
a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field
Example
His speciality is Italian cuisine.
Его специализация — итальянская кухня.
B2 noun /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 adjective /ˈstɑːrtəld/

startled

испуганный
Meaning
suddenly shocked or surprised by something unexpected
Example
She was startled by the loud noise outside.
Она испугалась от громкого шума снаружи.
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 /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 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 adverb /ˈsiː.mɪŋ.li/

seemingly

по-видимому, кажется спокойным
Meaning
appearing to be true, but not necessarily so
Example
He was seemingly calm despite the chaos around him.
Он был по-видимому спокойным, несмотря на хаос вокруг него.
B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

заменитель
Meaning
A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.
Example
Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.
Деньги не могут быть заменой настоящему счастью.
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 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 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 /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 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 /ˈsɛkʃʊəl/

sexual

сексуальный
Meaning
relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals
Example
The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine.
Сексуальное здоровье людей — важная тема в современной медицине.
B2 noun /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 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 /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 /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 adjective /ˈsɜːdʒɪkəl/

surgical

связанный с хирургией
Meaning
relating to or involving surgery
Example
She underwent surgical treatment to repair the damage.
Она прошла хирургическое лечение для восстановления повреждений.
B2 noun /ˈsʌfərɪŋ/

suffering

страдание
Meaning
the state of undergoing pain, distress, or hardship
Example
They tried to relieve his suffering with medicine.
Они пытались облегчить его страдание с помощью лекарства.
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 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.
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 noun /ˈskɒlərʃɪp/

scholarship

стипендия
Meaning
an award or grant to support a student's education
Example
She received a scholarship to study abroad.
Она получила стипендию для учебы за границей.
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 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 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 /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 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 /ˈsmʌɡəl/

smuggle

Meaning
to move goods illegally into or out of a country
Example
The gang tried to smuggle gold across the border.
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 /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

нехватка свежего воздуха; плохо вентилируемый; формальная и консервативная позиция
Meaning
lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude
Example
The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.
Комната была душной и нуждалась в свежем воздухе.
B2 adverb /ˈsɛp.ər.ət.li/

separately

отдельно
Meaning
in a way that is apart or individually; not together
Example
They decided to travel separately to the conference.
Они решили поехать на конференцию отдельно.
B2 noun /ˈsɒr.oʊ/

Sorrow

горе; печаль;
Meaning
a feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment
Example
His heart was filled with sorrow after the tragedy.
Его сердце было наполнено горем после трагедии.
B2 noun /ˈsɪmp.təmz/

symptoms

симптомы
Meaning
signs or indications of a disease or condition
Example
Fever and cough are common symptoms of the flu.
Жар и кашель - это обычные симптомы гриппа.
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 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 verb /skɪm/

skim

бегло читать
Meaning
to move quickly over a surface or to read something quickly
Example
She skimmed through the report before the meeting.
Она пробежала глазами по отчету перед встречей.
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 noun /sɪnˈserɪti/

Sincerity

искренность
Meaning
the quality of being free from pretense or deceit; honesty
Example
His sincerity in apologizing was evident to everyone.
Его искренность при извинении была очевидна для всех.
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 /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 /ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/

Spiritual

духовный; религиозный; священный
Meaning
relating to the human spirit or soul; religious or sacred
Example
She found spiritual peace through meditation.
Она нашла духовный мир через медитацию.
B2 verb /smæʃ/

smash

разбить
Meaning
to break something into pieces violently
Example
She smashed the glass in frustration.
Она разбила стакан в отчаянии.
B2 adjective /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/

subsequent

последующий
Meaning
Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
Example
Subsequent events clarified the outcomes.
Последующие события прояснили результаты.
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 noun /ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/

sexuality

сексуальность
Meaning
a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation
Example
She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity.
Она откровенно говорила о своей сексуальности и идентичности.
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 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 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 noun səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

sustainability

устойчивость
Meaning
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level; the avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain ecological balance.
Example
Sustainability ensures long-term environmental health.
Устойчивость обеспечивает долгосрочное экологическое здоровье.
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 /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 verb /sɜːrdʒ/

surge

порыв
Meaning
to move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
Example
The crowd surged forward when the gates opened.
Толпа устремилась вперед, когда ворота открылись.
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 /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 /slænt/

slant

предвзятое мнение
Meaning
A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.
Example
The article had a political slant.
Статья имела политический уклон.
B2 noun /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 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 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 /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 verb /saɪ/

sigh

вздыхать
Meaning
to let out a long, deep breath as an expression of tiredness, relief, or sadness
Example
She sighed with relief when she heard the good news.
Она вздохнула с облегчением, когда услышала хорошие новости.
B2 adverb ˌsɪməlˈteɪnɪəsli

simultaneously

одновременно
Meaning
At the same time; occurring or existing at the same time.
Example
He worked on two projects simultaneously.
Он работал над двумя проектами одновременно.
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 noun ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə

shaded area

затененная зона
Meaning
An area that is protected from direct sunlight.
Example
We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank.
Мы сидели в затененной зоне у берега реки.
B2 verb /ˈʃʌfəl/

shuffle

Meaning
to walk by dragging one's feet along or without lifting them fully; to mix or rearrange
Example
He shuffled the cards before dealing them.
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 noun səbˈstænʃəl ˈɪmpækt

substantial impact

существенное влияние
Meaning
A significant, considerable, and meaningful effect or influence.
Example
Substantial impact is possible even with a few hours of volunteering.
Существенное влияние возможно даже при нескольких часах волонтерской работы.
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.
B2 noun /səˈnɛərioʊ/

scenario

возможная ситуация
Meaning
a possible situation or sequence of events
Example
The company prepared for the worst-case scenario.
Компания подготовилась к худшему сценарию.