Verbs 1 Flashcards

1
Q

to complain

A

to say that something is wrong or not satisfactory

He complained that his boss was useless and he had too much work.

жаловаться

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2
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to explode

A

to break up into pieces violently, or to cause something to do this

She could hear the distant sound of fireworks exploding.

взорваться

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3
Q

to honor

A

to show great respect for someone or something, especially in public

We are honoured (= proud and happy) to have you here tonight.

почтить

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4
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to fry

A

to cook in hot oil or fat

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5
Q

to exercise

A

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

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6
Q

to infect

A

to pass a disease to a person, animal, or plant

All the tomato plants are infected with a virus.

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7
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to negotiate

A

to have formal discussions with someone in order to reach an agreement with them

The government has refused to negotiate with the strikers.

вести переговоры, договариваться

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8
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to convert

A

to (cause something or someone to) change in form or character

Could we convert the small bedroom into a second bathroom?

превращать

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9
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to accompany

A

to go with someone somewhere

Depression is almost always accompanied by insomnia.

сопровождать, сопутствовать, аккомпанировать

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10
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to demand

A

to ask for something forcefully, in a way that shows that you do not expect to be refused

I demanded an explanation.

требовать, предъявлять требование

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11
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to defeat

A

to win against someone in a fight, war, or competition

I have never known defeat.

поражение, разгром, крушение

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