Structure of “Used to” Always use a base verb after used to: Used to + Base Verb Example: I used to live in Japan. Now I live in Canada.- Раньше я жила в Японии. Сейчас я живу в Канаде. Example: She used to play soccer when she was a child.- Она играла в футбол, когда…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “swanky” (adj.) Translation: роскошный, модный. Meaning: Very fashionable and expensive. Example: He is often seen around Hollywood, driving his jeep or eating meals poolside at swanky hotels. Synonyms: stylish, expensive
Today’s Word of the Day is: “humble” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈhʌmbl] Translation: скромный Meaning: not proud or not believing that you are important; ordinary, not special or very important Example: He’s very humble about his success. – Он очень скромно относится к своему успеху. Synonyms: meek, respectful
Ask These Questions to Understand Truths About a Company Culture 6. DOES THE COMPANY GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY? IN WHAT WAY “If it is important that you and the company are aligned in terms of shared priorities such as corporate responsibility or giving back, then understanding their level of involvement offers important insight,” Cohen…
Sometimes an iPhone is worth every penny. A group of Muscovites reportedly hauled (тащить) an entire bathtub full of coins Tuesday to one of Moscow’s 38 official retailers to purchase (покупать) the desired gadget.A Facebook user posted a photograph of the cast iron bath filled to the brim with coins and surrounded by onlookers armed…
Teachers’ qualifications in every school subject are scheduled to be tested by 2020 Almost half of Russia’s math teachers have reportedly flunked (провалились) a nationwide exam designed to evaluate their professional aptitude.Some 22,000 teachers took part in the voluntary anonymous (анонимный) exam across Russia administered by the Rosobrnadzor state education watchdog this year. President Vladimir…
“Would” for Invitations “Would you like” is used for polite invitations:Example: Would you like to go to a party tonight?- Хотел бы ты сегодня пойти на вечеринку?Example: Would you like to watch a movie with me?- Хотел бы ты посмотреть со мной фильм?
Ask These Questions to Understand Truths About a Company Culture 5. WHAT’S THE DRESS CODE LIKE HERE? “Companies that have no dress code or a very loose one are often less traditional than companies with full business-dress requirements. Certainly, there are exceptions, but I rarely find a company where everyone wears a full suit and…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “welfare” (n.) Transcription: [ˈwel.feər] Translation: благополучие, благосостояние Meaning: physical and mental health and happiness, especially of a person Example: Our only concern is the children’s welfare.- Наша единственная забота — благополучие детей. Synonyms: health, happiness, prosperity, and general wellbeing.