Today’s Word of the Day is: “extravaganza” (n.) Transcription: [ɪkˌstrævəˈɡænzə] Translation: феерия Meaning: a large, exciting, and expensive event or entertainment Example: I have personally designed a spectacular schedule of events, all leading to my daughter’s birthday extravaganza tomorrow. Synonyms: spectacular, display, show, pageant
Today’s Word of the Day is: “to flatter” (v.) Transcription: [ˈflætər] Translation: льстить, чрезмерно хвалить Meaning: to praise someone in order to make them feel attractive or important, sometimes in a way that is not sincere Example: I knew he was only flattering me because he wanted to borrow some money.
Today’s Word of the Day is: “voracious” (adj.) Transcription: [vəˈreɪʃəs] Translation: ненасытный, жадный Meaning: very eager for something, especially for food Example: He has unusually large lung capacity and a voracious appetite. – У него необычайно большая емкость легких и ненасытный аппетит. Synonyms: insatiable
Today’s Word of the Day is: “curiosity” (n.) Transcription: [ˌkjʊə.riˈɒs.ə.ti] Translation: любопытство Meaning: an eager wish to know or learn about something Example: I’m burning with curiosity – you must tell me who won! Synonyms: inquisitiveness, interest
Today’s Word of the Day is: “vulnerable” (adj.) Transcription: [vʌlnərəbl] Translation: уязвимый, ранимый Meaning: easy to hurt or attack physically or emotionally Example:Children are the most vulnerable members of society. – Дети являются наиболее уязвимыми членами общества. Synonyms: weak, unprotected
Today’s Word of the Day is: “intrepid” (adj.) Transcription: [ɪnˈtrepɪd] Translation: отважный, бесстрашный Meaning: extremely brave and showing no fear of dangerous situations Example: I am fearless, intrepid, bold. Synonyms: fearless, brave
Today’s Word of the Day is: “enigma” (n.) Transcription: [ɪˈnɪɡmə] Translation: загадка Meaning: someone or something that is mysterious and difficult to understand Example: She is a complete enigma to me. Synonyms: mystery, puzzle, riddle
Today’s Word of the Day is: “festive” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈfestɪv] Translation: праздничный Meaning: having or producing happy and enjoyable feelings suitable for a festival or other special occasion Example: What are you doing for the festive season (= Christmas)? Synonyms: jolly, merry
Today’s Word of the Day is: “to commute” (v.) Translation: ездить на работу и обратно Meaning: to regularly travel between work and home Example: He commutes to his office by bus.- Он ездит в свой офис на автобусе. Synonyms: travel to work
Today’s Word of the Day is: “to croon” (v.) Transcription: [kruːn] Translation: напевать вполголоса Meaning: to sing or talk in a low, gentle, musical voice Example: Jackson crooned, “There’s the happy couple.” Synonyms: sing softly