But we already knew that, didn’t we? A new study, conducted by Oregon State University, shows that cats can form bonds with their caretakers, similar to how dogs and babies do. Cats are just more aloof (сдержанные, сами по себе). For the study researchers observed a total of 70 kittens between the ages of three…
How to Pitch Yourself (представить, подать себя) in an Interview Without Seeming Too Promotional Listen More Than You Speak We humans like to talk about ourselves. In fact, a study by the Harvard University revealed (выявило, показало) that people spend 60% of their conversations talking about themselves, and when they’re not talking about themselves they are…
Past Perfect Continuous had been + – ing Мы используем время Past Perfect Continuous, чтобы рассказать о действии, которое началось в прошлом и происходило вплоть до другого события в прошлом. Example 1: She had been dancing until her back said “stop”. — Она танцевала до тех пор, пока спина не сказала “хватит”. Example 2: A:…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: rookie (n.) Transcription: [ˈrʊk.i] Russian Translation: новичок, начинающий, молодой специалист Definition: someone who has just started doing a job or activity and does not have much experience Example: A rookie could land on a night like this. — Даже новичок посадил бы самолет в такую ночь. Synonyms: novice, beginner,…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: eye-catching (adj.) Transcription: [ˈaɪˌkætʃ.ɪŋ] Russian Translation: притягивающий взгляд, привлекательный, эффектный Definition: very attractive or unusual and therefore noticed Examples: 1. Post something eye-catching in your blog to make it attractive. 2. This lovely dress is modern and eye-catching. Synonyms: noticeable, attractive, showy
Present Perfect Simple and Continuous (B1 – B2) Мы используем Present Perfect Continuous для действий, которые начались в прошлом и все еще продолжаются в настоящий момент. При этом акцент делается либо 1) на самом действии, либо 2) на длительности его совершения. Example 1: I’ve been working on a new article this week. — На этой…
The Art of Office Small Talk Don’t Panic, It’s Almost Over Small talk doesn’t last long. If you’re a generally anxious person, you have an out — you’re at work! You’re not supposed to spend too much time chatting. After a few moments you can reference a meeting or project you are supposed to work…
When the evenings are long and dark, it’s time to go out and have something nice to eat The area around Trubnaya metro station, which now accommodates (вмещает) a food court, was a marketplace before the revolution. The newly built old-fashioned building on three levels houses (предоставляет помещение) cafes selling Turkish desserts and Belgian waffles, plus there…
The squirrel was seen near the bird feeder regularly supplied by visitors to the park Novo-Peredelkino residents claim to have seen a flying squirrel (белка-летяга) in Ulyanovsky Park. This squirrel has never been found in Moscow area before. It is red-listed (занесена в Красную книгу) in Moscow, Ryazan, Smolensk and Tver regions. A squirrel owes its name…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: “culture vulture” (n.) Transcription: [ˈkʌl.tʃə ˌvʌl.tʃər] Russian Translation: эстет, большой любитель искусства Definition: Someone who is very interested in music, art, theatre, etc. (sometimes used showing disapproval) Examples: 1. If you’re a culture vulture, St.Petersburg has everything you could want – opera, theatre, museums, and more. 2.This apartment could hardly…