Unit 5 poops Flashcards
Beware
Definition: To be cautious or alert to potential danger.
Example: Beware of falling rocks when hiking in the mountains.
Translation: остерегаться, быть осторожным
Avalanches
Definition: Large masses of snow, ice, and rocks falling rapidly down a mountainside.
Example: Skiers should always be aware of the risk of avalanches.
Translation: лавины
Cassowary
Definition: Large, flightless bird native to Australia and Papua New Guinea, known for being aggressive.
Example: Cassowaries can be very dangerous if provoked.
Translation: казуары
Betelnut
Definition: The seed of the areca palm, often chewed in parts of Asia and the Pacific for its stimulant effects.
Example: Many locals chew betelnut throughout the day.
Translation: бетельный орех
Spluttered
Definition: To speak hastily or incoherently due to surprise or confusion.
Example: “I…er…well,” he spluttered, completely caught off guard.
Translation: запинаться, бормотать, говорить захлебываясь
Misgiving
Definition: A feeling of doubt or worry about a future event.
Example: She had misgivings about traveling alone.
Translation: опасение, сомнение
Bold
Definition: Showing courage, confidence, or willingness to take risks.
Example: He made a bold decision to quit his job and travel the world.
Translation: смелый, дерзкий
Embrace
Definition: To accept something willingly or to hug.
Example: They decided to embrace the new culture.
Translation: обнимать; принимать, воспринимать
Futile
Definition: Useless; having no effect or success.
(Donal didn’t ask for an audience with the Queen. He knew it would be futile.)
Translation: бесполезный, тщетный
Ultimate
Definition: Final or most important.
Example: Their ultimate goal was to reach the summit.
Translation: окончательный, конечный
Cast a glance (‘Who is the boss?’ asked Samuel, casting a knowing glance towards Ameera.)
Definition: To look quickly at someone or something.
Example: She cast a glance at her watch.
Translation: бросить взгляд
Soirée
Definition: A formal evening party or gathering.
Example: They were invited to a soirée at a French embassy.
Translation: вечер (официальное вечернее мероприятие)
Remote
Definition: Far away from places where people live; isolated.
Example: They lived in a remote mountain village.
Translation: удалённый, отдалённый
A land of plenty (The tribespeople thought of their home as a land of plenty…)
Definition: A place where there is more than enough of everything.
Example: The fertile valley was a land of plenty.
Translation: земля изобилия, благодатный край
Missionary
Definition: A person sent on a religious mission, often to promote education and aid.
Example: The missionaries taught English and built schools.
Translation: миссионер
To mine
Definition: To dig into the earth to extract minerals or resources.
Example: The company planned to mine for gold in the region.
Translation: добывать (руду, полезные ископаемые)
Concession (They had robustly defended their culture… Their one concession was…)
Definition: Something granted or accepted as a compromise.
Example: The workers agreed to a small concession on working hours.
Translation: уступка
Hospitality
Definition: Friendly and generous behavior towards guests or visitors.
Example: They were touched by the local people’s hospitality.
Translation: гостеприимство
Chief
Definition: The leader of a tribe or community.
Example: The chief welcomed the visitors warmly.
Translation: вождь, глава
Microchip (…coming to a microchip world)
Definition: A tiny piece of silicon containing electronic circuits, essential in modern technology.
Example: Microchips are used in smartphones and computers.
Translation: микрочип
Public front (…they maintained a public front of broad-mindedness)
Definition: A controlled or polite outward appearance that hides true feelings.
Example: Despite the disagreement, they kept a united public front.
Translation: показная внешность, публичная маска
Congress (The tribe held congress in the shadow of the huge wheel.)
Definition: A formal meeting or assembly for discussion.
Example: The congress lasted for two days.
Translation: собрание, встреча, съезд
Summit
Definition: The highest point of something, especially a mountain.
Example: They reached the summit just before sunset.
Translation: вершина
Awe
Definition: A feeling of great respect or wonder, often mixed with fear.
Example: The children looked at the fireworks in awe.
Translation: трепет, благоговение, изумление
