arbitrary - произвольный; decided or arranged without any reason or plan, often unfairly
// an arbitrary decision
// the arbitrary arrests of political opponents
arbitrarily - произвольно
// an arbitrarily chosen number
initial - первоначальный, начальный; happening at the beginning (SYN first); existing or occurring at the beginning
// an initial investment of £5,000
// the initial stages of the disease
// The initial response has been encouraging.
probation - испытательный срок; стажировка:
1 a system that allows some criminals not to go to prison or to leave prison, if they behave well and see a probation officer regularly, for a particular period of time
// The judge sentenced Jennings to three years’ probation.
// He was given two years' probation.
// He pleaded guilty and was placed on probation.
// The prisoner was put on probation.
2 a period of time, during which an employer can see if a new worker is suitable
// a three-month probation period
// Some people are appointed on probation.
3 (American English) a period of time in which you must improve your work or behave well so that you will not have to leave your job
// I’m afraid I have no choice but to put you on probation.
// a probationary period
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chit-chat = chitchat - conversation about things that are not very important;
small talk, gossip;
// "What did you talk about?" "Oh, it was just chit-chat."
// boring social chit-chat
// chit-chat about new cars
throughout - на протяжении, через, на всем протяжении, совершенно
1. in every part of a particular area, place etc
// a large organization with offices throughout the world
// The disease spread rapidly throughout Europe.
// The house is in excellent condition, with fitted carpets throughout.
2. during all of a particular period, from the beginning to the end
// We are open every weekend throughout the year.
// He was involved in politics throughout his life.
// The debate continued, but Meredith remained silent throughout.
by all means - without any question; of course; certainly (granting a permission).
// By all means, order whatever you'd like on the menu.
used for politely agreeing with someone, giving permission, or saying ‘yes’
// “May I make a suggestion?” “By all means.”
// "May I borrow this book?" "By all means."
// "Can I come and have a look at your house?"—"Yes by all means."
// ‘Do you mind if I invite a few friends?’ ‘By all means.’
frankincense - ладан
setback - a problem that delays or prevents progress, or makes things worse than they were
regardless - 1. without being affected or influenced by something; несмотря на
2. carry on/go on regardless (British English) (=continue what you are doing)
// The law requires equal treatment for all, regardless of race, religion, or sex.
// He does what he wants, regardless of what I say.
// It may rain by the end of the day, but we plan to carry on regardless.
// Some actors want to play the role their way, regardless.
jeopardy - опасность;
in jeopardy = in danger of being lost or harmed
// We will not do anything that will put our business in jeopardy.
pantry - a very small room in a house where food is kept; кладовая
pantry - images of a pantry
thoroughly - тщательно, основательно
1 completely
// She sat feeling thoroughly miserable.
// thoroughly cooked meat
2 carefully, so that nothing is forgotten
// The room had been thoroughly cleaned.
casual - случайный, небрежный, etc
1. relaxed and not worried, or seeming not to care about
// a casual manner
// His eyes were angry, though he sounded casual.
2. not formal or not for a formal situation
// Jean felt more comfortable in casual clothes.
// a casual jacket
etc: 3-7
easy-going (easygoing) - с легким характером; not easily upset, annoyed, or worried
// Her easy-going nature made her popular.
// Our parents are pretty easy-going, and they don't mind if we stay out late.
// Are you kind, considerate, easy-going, or out-going?
// Always an easy-going person, Guy had no difficulty in making friends in any situation.
From 520 English Words for Everyday Life - Basic Vocabulary #26
Number in Round Brackets/Parentheses is a number of a word in the video
British English
( ) = round brackets or brackets; bracket
American English
( ) = parentheses
British English
[ ] = square brackets
American English
[ ] = brackets
dresser - комод
sweep - подметать (8)
// It's so dusty; sweep the floor
put away - убрать, убирать
put somebody/something away
mop (10) - швабра; мыть шваброй, вытирать, очищать
//a mop and bucket
// I spilled the juice, so I mopped the floor
Fahrenheit
humid - влажный
// In this country the climate is humid
windy - ветреный
playground (16)- детская площадка
// Is there also a slide in the playground?
slide - горка
Every day means: day1, day2, day3, day4, day5, etc., i.e. every single day, not skipping any.
Every other day means: day1, day3, day5, day7, etc., i.e. skipping every second day - one day on, one day off, and so on. (Source)
Every day = каждый день
Every other day = через день