Today’s Word of the Day is: “conspicuous” (adj.) Transcription: [kənˈspɪkjuəs] Translation: заметный, бросающийся в глаза Meaning: very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted Example: I felt very conspicuous in my red coat. Synonyms: easily seen, clearly visible
Today’s Word of the Day is: “hiatus” (n.) Transcription: [haɪˈeɪtəs] Translation: пауза, перерыв Meaning: a short pause in which nothing happens or is said Example: We renewed our friendship after a hiatus of twenty years.- Мы возобновили нашу дружбу после двадцатилетнего перерыва. Synonyms: pause, break
Today’s Word of the Day is: “fatigue” (n.) Transcription: [fəˈtiːɡ] Translation: утомление, усталость Meaning: the feeling of being tired Example: We were overcome by fatigue after the long journey. Synonyms: tiredness, exhaustion
Today’s Word of the Day is: “coward” (n.) Transcription: [kaʊəd] Translation: трус Meaning: someone who is not brave and tries to avoid dangerous or difficult situations Example: She thought he was an abject coward.- Она подумала, что он жалкий трус. Synonyms: weakling
Today’s Word of the Day is: “togetherness” (n.) Transcription: [təˈɡeðənəs] Translation: близость, единение Meaning: the pleasant feeling of being united with other people in friendship and understanding Example: The project encourages family pride and togetherness. Synonyms: fellowship
Today’s Word of the Day is: “miracle” (n.) Transcription: [ˈmɪrəkl] Translation: чудо, удивительная вещь Meaning: something that is very surprising or difficult to believe Example: Do you believe in miracles?- Вы верите в чудеса? Synonyms: wonder
Today’s Word of the Day is: “affable” (adj.) Transcription: [ˈæfəbl] Translation: приветливый, любезный Meaning: pleasant and friendly Example: Friendly and affable, Karen was the most liked person in the office. Synonyms: friendly, amiable
Today’s Word of the Day is: “repercussion” (n.) Transcription: [ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən] Translation: последствия Meaning: the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect Example: The repercussions of her comments could be serious. Synonyms: consequence, result, effect
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