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
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…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: “to empower” (v.) Transcription: [ɪmˈpaʊər] Russian Translation: предоставить возможность, наделить правом, расширить полномочия Definition: 1. To give someone official authority or the freedom to do something. 2. To encourage and support the ability to do something Examples: 1. We want to empower individuals to get the skills they need.…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: buoyant (adj.) Transcription: [ˈbɔɪ.ənt] Russian Translation: оживленный, веселый, уверенно развивающийся Definitions: 1. Feeling happy and confident; 2. Successful or making a profit; 3. Able to float. Examples: 1.After reading the letter he was in a buoyant mood. 2. The housing market remains buoyant this year. Synonyms: bright, lively, encouraged,…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: highlight (n.) Transcription: [ˈhaɪ.laɪt] Russian Translation: главное событие, кульминация, самое интересное Definitions: 1. The best or most exciting, entertaining, or interesting part of something 2. The most important detail or information in a document, etc. (in business English) Examples: 1. This week’s highlights include the report from the Cannes…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: “celebrated” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈsel.ə.breɪ.tɪd] Russian Translation: знаменитый, прославленный, известный Definition: famous and praised by many people; celebrity — знаменитость (n.) Examples: 1. The garden became celebrated for its exotic plants. 2. Aivazovsky is one of the most celebrated Russian painters. Synonyms: distinguished, famous, acclaimed, prominent, renowned, well-known
Today’s Word of the Day Is: “notorious” (adj.) Transcription: [nəʊˈtɔː.ri.əs] Russian Translation: нашумевший, пользующийся недоброй славой Definition: famous, especially for something indecent or bad Examples: 1. The city is notorious for its red light district and gambling clubs. 2. This shop is notorious for late delivery of online orders. (Please mind the preposition ‘for’) Synonyms: popular,…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: “to exaggerate” (v.) Transcription: [ɪɡˈzædʒ.ə.reɪt] Russian Translation: преувеличивать, утрировать Definition: to make something seem larger, more important, better, or worse than it really is Examples: 1. I’m not exaggerating – it was the best wedding I’ve ever seen in my life. 2. Don’t exaggerate – it wasn’t that expensive.…
Today’s Word of the Day Is: upbeat (adj.) Transcription: [ʌpˈbiːt] Russian Translation: радостный, оптимистичный, приподнятый Definition: Full of hope, happiness, and good feelings Examples: 1. Live music and a parade set an upbeat mood for the official opening. 2. She was feeling upbeat about her new job. Synonyms: cheerful, positive, hopeful, optimistic