Being in a Severe Storm

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1. Перевод слова stormStorm — буря, шторм, гроза; бушевать, свирепствовать Перевод слова A storm is brewing — гроза собирается storm cloud — грозовая туча to be storming at the delay — горячиться из-за опоздания A Storm is coming on. Надвигается шторм. Any port in a Storm. В бурю любая гавань хороша. She Stormed into the office. Она ворвалась ... Читать далее...
2. A Destructive StormAllen: Are you all right? Monica: Yes, we’re fine, but that Blizzard really Caught us off guard, especially this time of year. Have you seen the news? Allen: I just watched it. Overnight, the storm Felled over 30 trees in and around the town and Toppled utility lines. City officials are saying that some Residents ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод слова severeSevere — строгий, суровый Перевод слова Severe look — строгий взгляд severe looks — суровый вид severe logician — строгий логик It was a Severe jolt to her pride. Это было жестоким ударом по ее гордости. The trees were killed off by the Severe winter. Деревья погибли этой суровой зимой. A Severe earthquake struck the ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы take by storm[take by storm] {v. phr.} 1. To capture by a sudden or very boldattack. The army did not hesitate. They took the town by storm. 2.To win the favor or liking of; make like orbelieve you. The comic took the audience by storm. John gaveJane so much attention that he took her by storm, and ... Читать далее...
5. Значение идиомы weather the storm[weather the storm] {v. phr.} To survive some disaster. WhenPeter and Sue started their business they had very little money, butin a year they weathered the storm....
6. Значение идиомы any port in a storm[any port in a storm] Any help is welcome in an emergency. — A proverb. The motel we stopped in was nothing to brag about, but we were so exhausted that it was a clear case of any port in a storm....
7. Пословица / поговорка any port in a storm — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: any port in a storm Перевод: в бурю любая гавань хороша Эквивалент в русском языке: в беде любой выход хорош Пример: There was a bad storm so the ship went to the nearest port. It was any port in a storm. Была сильная буря, поэтому корабль зашел в ближайший порт. В бурю ... Читать далее...
8. Getting a DivorceNicole: I’m really sorry to hear about you and Catherine getting a Divorce. Tom: I appreciate it, but it was A long time coming. We’ve been heading toward divorce for years. I just hope it doesn’t get too Messy. Nicole: I don’t mean To pry, but didn’t the two of you have a Prenup? Tom: ... Читать далее...
9. A blonde got lost in her car in a snow stormA blonde got lost in her car in a snow storm. She remembered what her dad had once told her. «If you ever get stuck in a snow storm, wait for a snow plow and follow it». Pretty soon a snow plow came by, and she started to follow it. She followed the plow for ... Читать далее...
10. Being RescuedIrma: Do you really think we’ll Be rescued? It’s been six hours and I’m Losing hope. Bert: It’s hard to say. I’m sure Search and rescue teams are looking for us as we speak. Irma: But what if they don’t come In time? We didn’t bring any Provisions and we’re almost out of water. Bert: ... Читать далее...
11. Young naval studentA young naval student was being put through the paces by an old sea captain. «What would you do if a sudden storm sprang up on the starboard?» «Throw out an anchor, sir,» the student replied. «What would you do if another storm sprang up aft?» «Throw out another anchor, sir.» «And if another terrific ... Читать далее...
12. Experiencing an EarthquakeJamal: Did you feel that? Keisha: Was that an Earthquake? Jamal: Yes, I think so. Turn on the news. Newscaster: “Reports are coming in about an earthquake that Occurred at 4:35 p. m. in the downtown area. We spoke with a Seismologist at the Earthquake Center and learned that the earthquake had a Magnitude of ... Читать далее...
13. He is a very Smart DogI went to the cinema the other day and in the front row was an old man and with him was his dog. It was a sad funny kind of film, you know the type. In the sad part, the dog cried his eyes out, and in the funny part, the dog laughed its head ... Читать далее...
14. Hurricanes and Tropical StormsHow hurricanes start Hurricanes are born over tropical oceans, usually during late summer and early autumn. They need two things to get them started: heat and moist air. During the summer the ocean surface heats up and warm moist air starts to rise. Cool air sinks down to replace it. This creates an area of ... Читать далее...
15. A Hit-and-Run AccidentFlora: What happened to my car?! Saul: I saw it happen. A car came around the corner and hit the back of your car. Flora: Didn’t the driver stop? Saul: No, it was Hit-and-run. The driver just Took off. He was driving like A bat out of hell. It looks like he caused some Damage. ... Читать далее...
16. In a RutWoman: What do you want to do tonight? Man: I don’t know. What do you want to do? W: I have no idea. Do you think we’re In a rut? M: What do you mean? W: Well, we do the same things every weekend. We go to the same restaurants. We see the same friends. ... Читать далее...
17. Fire and FirefightersRebecca: Look, there’s Smoke coming from six Stories up. Hugh: Yes, I know. Didn’t you hear the Fire alarm go off upstairs a few minutes ago? Rebecca: No, but I’m really glad there’s a Fire station only a few blocks away. Hey look, there’s the Fire engine. Here come the Firefighters! Hugh: Yeah, let’s get ... Читать далее...
18. Talking to a MechanicMechanic: Hi, I’m the Mechanic. What can I do for you? Amy: My car is making a very weird noise. It sounds like this: gulug, gulug, gulug… Mechanic: Hm, that doesn’t sound good. Where is it coming from? Amy: I’m not sure. When I’m in the car, it sounds like it’s coming from the Engine, ... Читать далее...
19. Penguin Swims 8,000KM Every Year To See The Man Who Saved His Life«Everyone said he wouldn’t return but he has been coming back to visit me for the past four years» It’s illegal for you to keep wild animals as pets in Brazil. But despite what the law may say, Dindim comes to live with his best friend, whom he met on the beaches of Brazil, every ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод слова damageDamage — вред, повреждение, ущерб Перевод слова Physical damage — механическое повреждение to claim damages — требовать возмещения убытков brain damage — разрушение, повреждение мозга The house was Damaged by fire. Дом пострадал от огня. His reputation was badly Damaged. Его репутация сильно пострадала. I have billed him for the Damage. Я выставил ему счет ... Читать далее...
21. Making and Receiving a Job OfferSalima: Hello. Jake: Hi, this is Jake Nagano at Fixit Corp. How are you today? Salima: Oh, hi, Jake. I’m fine. How are you? Jake: Good. The reason I’m calling is that we’d like to offer you the position you interviewed for last week. Salima: Oh, that’s great. I was really impressed with Fixit. Jake: ... Читать далее...
22. Buying Car InsuranceAgent: Hello, Krashit Insurance. Jackie: Hi, I wanted to get a Quote for car insurance. Agent: Sure, I can help you with that. I Assume you want Liability insurance, but what other Coverage would you like to get? Jackie: Umm…I’m not sure. This is my first car. Agent: In that case, let me make a ... Читать далее...
23. Distinctive Facial FeaturesMona: How is the Portrait coming along? Leonardo: I’m done with the Sketches and I’m ready to start on the painting. Mona: This Commission is quite a Godsend for a new artist. If you do a good job with this portrait, you may get other commissions. Leonardo: It’s all the same to me. I paint ... Читать далее...
24. Ураганы/ HurricanesНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык Hurricanes Ураганы There are many violent and destructive storms in nature and hurricane is one of them. It is a form of a tropical cyclone, which normally hits the north or south shores of America. In Asia or the Far East cyclones are relatively milder and are known ... Читать далее...
25. Showing Disapproval and SympathyMaggie: Why the Long face? Joe: I just heard that I won’t be rehired for next year. Maggie: That’s awful! What a rotten thing for the management to do. Joe: I’ll be okay, but Monica is losing her job, too. Maggie: Oh no, not Monica, too. I’m So sorry to hear that. Who do they ... Читать далее...
26. TeamworkJeff: So, does that sound okay with you? Lucy: What? Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t hear what you said. Jeff: You seem Preoccupied today. What’s up? Lucy: Oh, it’s this guy I know from this class I’m taking. His name is Richard. I think I’ve mentioned him before. Jeff: Yeah, sure, the guy you’re working ... Читать далее...
27. Running a Pilot ProgramRosalind: How is the Pilot program coming along? Jimmy: We’ll be ready To launch it in another month, but I have some serious Reservations. Rosalind: Like what? Jimmy: We haven’t Worked out all of the bugs yet and we might Come up against some Resistance from the community. Rosalind: Isn’t that the Nature of a ... Читать далее...
28. Listening to MusicVictoria: I see that you have a really Extensive music Collection. J. D.: Yeah, I like a lot of different Genres of music. Victoria: Do you have the new J. McQ Album? He’s my favorite Artist. I just got it and I like all of the Tracks on it. J. D.: No, I haven’t heard ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы walk out[walk out] {v.} 1. To go on strike. When the company would notgive them higher pay, the workers walked out. 2. To leave suddenly;especially to desert. He didn’t say he wasn’t coming back; he justwalked out. — Often used informally with «on». The man walked outon his wife and children. Compare: LEAVE FLAT, LEAVE IN ... Читать далее...
30. A wife, arriving home from a shopping trip, was horrified toA wife, arriving home from a shopping trip, was horrified to find her husband in bed with a lovely young woman. Just as the wife was about to storm out of the house, her husband stopped her with these words: Before you leave, I want you to hear how this all came about. Driving along ... Читать далее...
31. Having Hearing ProblemsBernadette: Why are you Mumbling? Claude: I’m not. I said, “What’s wrong with your Hearing?” Bernadette: Nothing is wrong with my hearing. You just need To speak up. Claude: I’m Practically shouting. You need to see a doctor about your Hearing loss. Bernadette: I’m not Hard of hearing. It’s probably just a Buildup of Earwax. ... Читать далее...
32. Английские слова на тему кино — CinemaActor — актер actress — актриса animated cartoon / cartoon — мультипликационный фильм / мультфильм black and white film — черно-белый фильм children’s film — детский фильм close-up — кадр, снятый крупным планом comedy (film) — комедия credits — титры direct a film — режиссировать фильм director — режиссер feature film — художественный фильм full-length ... Читать далее...
33. Outsiders Moving InLeti: I am Sick and tired of people coming from the big cities into our small town and Buying up all of the houses and Acting like they own the place. George: This is a Dying town and it needs Fresh blood. I don’t hear the business owners complaining about the new Infusion of money ... Читать далее...
34. Nervous at an Interview II was On my way to an interview and there was a lot of Traffic on the road. I got to the office In the nick of time For my appointment. I walked into the Lobby of the building and looked at the Directory. I saw that Casey Enterprises was on the Penthouse floor and ... Читать далее...
35. Breaching Computer SecurityJin: Did you hear what happened to McQ Corp? Dina: No, what? Jin: Hackers were able to get Unauthorized access to its computer systems and cause a lot of problems over the weekend. They destroyed Data and Rendered the system Unusable. In fact, the entire system Crashed. Dina: I hadn’t heard that. Why McQ Corp? ... Читать далее...
36. Checking on the Status of an ApplicationLeo: Here’s the mail. Denise: Did I get anything? Leo: No, sorry. Are you expecting something? Denise: Yeah, I’m waiting for a Decision letter about my Application to the McQ program. I should Hear any day now. Leo: Have you thought about calling and Checking on the status? Denise: I called last week and my ... Читать далее...
37. Working Late at the OfficeI was so glad it was Friday afternoon. I’ve been thinking-TGIF-all day. I was On my way out of the office when I saw Nick sitting at his desk. Even though the office was nearly empty, he didn’t look like he was ready to leave. In fact, he looked like he was still Swamped with ... Читать далее...
38. Starting a New School YearMom: It’s your first day at a new school. I’m worried about you. Paul: Mom, I’ll be fine. Mom: Do you have all of your books and Supplies in your Backpack? Oh and I’ve Packed you a lunch already. Paul: You didn’t have to do that, Mom. I was going to buy lunch at school. ... Читать далее...
39. Preparing for a DisasterLilly: Quick, we need to go get some supplies. I was listening to Talk radio on my way home from work and this guy was on talking about how Doomsday is coming and we need to prepare. Paul: Oh no, not this again. You have to stop listening to that Garbage on the radio. Listen, ... Читать далее...
40. Перевод слова filmFilm — фильм, кино, пленка, снимать (фильм) Перевод слова To develop a film — проявлять фотопленку the art of the film — искусство кино to film a meeting — заснять собрание The Film was quite a hit. Фильм имел большой успех. He had Filmed her life story. Он снял фильм про ее жизнь. Her eyes ... Читать далее...