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1. Finding a Book at a BookstoreClerk: Can I help you find something? Adrian: Yes. Can you tell me where the Non-fiction Books are? Clerk: Are you looking for Hardbacks or Paperbacks? Adrian: I’m not sure. I think hardbacks. Clerk: Well, the non-fiction New releases are at the front of the store. The non-fiction section is behind the Fiction shelves on ... Читать далее...
2. Finding a Book at a BookstoreClerk: Can I help you find something? Adrian: Yes. Can you tell me where the Non-fiction Books are? Clerk: Are you looking for Hardbacks or Paperbacks? Adrian: I’m not sure. I think hardbacks. Clerk: Well, the non-fiction New releases are at the front of the store. The non-fiction section is behind the Fiction shelves on ... Читать далее...
3. Defending Your Ideas at WorkMonica: That’s why I don’t think it’s Doable. We should consider other ideas. … That was Monica. She’s my co-worker and my Nemesis. She Criticizes all of my ideas, but I’ve learned that the best Defense is to not get Defensive. … Kazuya: I appreciate your Feedback. I understand your Reservations, but let me show ... Читать далее...
4. Перевод слова bookBook — книга; бронировать Перевод слова Picture book — книжка с картинками all seats are booked — все билеты проданы rare book — редкая книга He is an open Book. Его легко понять. I’ll Book you in at the Hilton. Я забронирую Вам номер в отеле Hilton. Take this Book too. Возьмите и эту книгу....
5. Пословица / поговорка don’t judge a book by its cover / never judge a book by its cover — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: don’t judge a book by its cover / never judge a book by its cover Перевод: не суди о книге по обложке Эквивалент в русском языке: встречают по одежке, провожают по уму Пример: That professor may seem slow and awkward, but don’t judge a book by its cover. He is one of ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы book[book] See: CLOSED BOOK, CLOSE THE BOOKS, HIT THE BOOKS, KEEP BOOKS, NOSE IN A BOOK, ONE FOR THE BOOKS, READ ONE LIKE A BOOK, TALKING BOOK, THROW THE BOOK AT....
7. Значение идиомы crack a book[crack a book] {v. phr.}, {slang} To open a book in order to study. — Usually used with a negative. John did not crack a book until the night before the exam. Many students think they can pass without cracking a book....
8. Перевод слова affairAffair — дело, любовная связь Перевод слова Delicate affair — деликатный вопрос passionate love affair — бурный роман a murky affair — темная история It is none of your Affair. Это не твое дело. His death was a tragic Affair. Его смерть была трагическим событием. How I choose to live is my Affair, not yours. ... Читать далее...
9. Showing Off a New PurchaseMonica: Wow, Check you out! When did you buy a new car? Kevin: This isn’t just any new car. It’s a Ferrari. Monica: I can see that. It must have Set you back a few. Kevin: Yeah, but it was Worth it. You should see the looks I get riding around in this Baby. My ... Читать далее...
10. Showing Off a New PurchaseMonica: Wow, Check you out! When did you buy a new car? Kevin: This isn’t just any new car. It’s a Ferrari. Monica: I can see that. It must have Set you back a few. Kevin: Yeah, but it was Worth it. You should see the looks I get riding around in this Baby. My ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы closed book[closed book] {n.} A secret; something not known or understood. The man’s early life is a closed book. For Mary, science is a closed book. The history of the town is a closed book....
12. Значение идиомы talking book[talking book] {n.} A book recorded by voice on phonograph recordsfor blind people. Billy, who was blind, learned history from atalking book....
13. Перевод слова radioRadio — радио, радиовещание Перевод слова Broadcasting radio station — широковещательная радиостанция radio commentator — радиокомментатор radio frequency — частота радиоволн aeronautical radio station — авиационная радиостанция Turn the Radio down. Сделайте радио потише. The news was sent by Radio. Новости были переданы по радио. Is the Radio on? Радио работает?...
14. Перевод слова shelfShelf — полка; шельф, отмель Перевод слова Shelf stand — стеллаж a whole shelf of classics — целая полка классиков continental shelf — континентальный шельф shelf ice — шельфовый лед Put the vase on the Shelf. Поставьте эту вазу на полку. Please reach me down that book on the high Shelf. Достань мне пожалуйста вон ... Читать далее...
15. Значение идиомы throw the book at[throw the book at] {v. phr.}, {informal} To give the most severepenalty to for breaking the law or rules. Because it wasthe third time he had been caught speeding that month, the judge threwthe book at him....
16. Значение идиомы use every trick in the book[use every trick in the book] {v. phr.}, {informal} To availoneself of any means at all in order to achieve one’s goal, notexclusive of possibly immoral or illegal acts. Algernon used everytrick in the book to get Maxine to go out with him, but she keptrefusing....
17. 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...
18. At a grocery storeA man observed a woman in the grocery store with a three year old girl in her basket. As they passed the cookie section, the little girl asked for cookies and her mother told her, «No.» The little girl immediately began to whine and fuss, and the mother said quietly, «Now Monica, we just have ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы nose in a book[nose in a book] {n. phr.} Busy interest in reading. — Used with apossessive. Mother can’t get Mary to help do the housework; shealways has her nose in a book....
20. Значение идиомы read one like a book[read one like a book] {v. phr.}, {informal} To understand someonecompletely; know what he will think or do at any time. John’sgirlfriend could read him like a book. Compare: READ ONE’S MIND....
21. My favorite book ‘Pride and Prejudice’This is probably one of the book that I know the length and the breadth of it. I don’t remember how many times I’ve re-reread it. I’ve watched all the most popular screen version of the novel. It doesn’t depend on movie format it can be a full motion film or a soap opera. This ... Читать далее...
22. Перевод идиомы by the book, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: by the book Перевод: согласно правилам, по правилам Пример: The police officer does everything by the book when he arrests someone. Офицер полиции при задержании всегда все делает по правилам....
23. Не судите о книге по ее обложке/ Do not Judge A Book By Its CoverНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык Do not Judge A Book By Its Cover Не судите о книге по ее обложке I have never had a proper hobby, except reading. Reading is my favourite pastime, as it helps me to relax and forget about worries of the day. At the same time while reading ... Читать далее...
24. Перевод идиомы go by the book, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: go by the book Перевод: строго следовать правилам Пример: Most police officers go by the book when they arrest a criminal. Во время ареста большинство офицеров полиции строго следуют правилам....
25. Перевод идиомы like an open book, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: like an open book Перевод: кто-либо или что-либо, что легко понять Пример: Our boss is like an open book and it is easy to know what he is thinking most of the time. Нашего начальника очень просто понять, и почти всегда можно догадаться, о чем он думает....
26. Перевод сленгового выражения throw the book at, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: throw the book at Перевод: сильно наказать кого-либо; дать максимальное наказание за преступление Пример: His crime was so cruel and inhumane that they threw the book at him. Его преступление было таким жестоким и бесчеловечным, что ему дали максимальное наказание....
27. Значение идиомы draw a bead on[draw a bead on] {v. phr.} {informal} 1. To aim at; sight. The deer bounded into the forest before the hunters could draw a bead on them. John drew a bead on the elk, but didn’t have the heart to pull the trigger. 2. To take as an aim or goal. «I’m drawing a bead ... Читать далее...
28. Перевод идиомы an open book, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: an open book Перевод: кто-либо или что-либо, что очень легко понять Пример: My friend is an open book and everything about him is easy to understand. Мой друг словно открытая книга, и все в нем очень легко понять....
29. A ScandalCaridad: Look at this! The president of McQuillan University Is stepping down. He submitted his Resignation this morning after an undergraduate student made Allegations that they had an Affair and that she’s Pregnant with his baby. Nate: That’s terrible. Maybe they were in love. Caridad: In love? He’s married and has four kids, and when ... Читать далее...
30. A mother was reading a book about animals to her 3 year old daughterA mother was reading a book about animals to her 3 year old daughter. Mother: «What does the cow say?» Child: «Moooo!» Mother: «Great! What does the cat say?» Child: «Meow.» Mother: «Oh, you’re so smart! What does the frog say?» And this wide-eyed little three-year-old looked up at her mother and replied, «Bud.»...
31. 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...
32. Перевод слова drawDraw — рисовать, чертить; привлекать; натягивать Перевод слова To draw a boundary — провести границу to draw a bow — натягивать лук the play continues to draw — пьеса все еще пользуется успехом Can you Draw me a map of how to get there? Можете ли вы нарисовать мне карту, как туда добраться? How many ... Читать далее...
33. The best book on elephantsThe UN sponsored a competition on which nation can produce the best book on elephants. The British submited a dry historical account «The Elephant and the British Empire.» The French submited a text «The Sensuality of the Elephant — a Personal Account.» The Germans submited 47 Volumes entitled «An Elementary Introduction to the Foundation of ... Читать далее...
34. Finding a BargainManuel: Wow, I’ve never seen so many shopping bags in my life. I can guess where you’ve been. Georgia: I did Go overboard a bit today. I went to the Outlet mall and I found some real Bargains. Nearly everything was Discounted. I was in shopping Heaven! Manuel: I can see that. Georgia: My favorite ... Читать далее...
35. Finding a BargainManuel: Wow, I’ve never seen so many shopping bags in my life. I can guess where you’ve been. Georgia: I did Go overboard a bit today. I went to the Outlet mall and I found some real Bargains. Nearly everything was Discounted. I was in shopping Heaven! Manuel: I can see that. Georgia: My favorite ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы make book[make book] {v. phr.} To serve as a bookmaker taking bets on thehorse races. The police were out to prosecute anybody who made bookillegally....
37. Love handlesOne day as Monica Lewinsky was walking along the beach awaiting her Senate trial testimony, she came upon an ornate bottle that had washed up on shore. Curious, she picked it up, brushed off the sand, and lo and behold a genie popped out. «Greetings, Miss Lewinsky,» the genie said. «Since you have released me, ... Читать далее...
38. Значение идиомы tune in[tune in] To adjust a radio or television set to pick up a certainstation. Bob tuned in his portable radio to a record show. Tomtuned in to Channel 11 to hear the news....
39. In light of the latest allegations against President ClintonIn light of the latest allegations against President Clinton, Woodward and Bernstein of Watergate fame are in negotiations with publishers to write a new book about the scandal. Working title: «All the President’s Women.»...
40. My Favourite Book (Gone with the Wind)В топике Моя любимая книга («Унесенные ветром»), я рассказываю о романе американской писательницы Маргарет Митчелл, события которого происходят в южных штатах США в 1860-х годах, во время и после гражданской войны США — войны Севера и Юга 1861-1865 годов. Роман вышел в 1936 году и стал одним из самых знаменитых бестселлеров американской литературы. В 1939 ... Читать далее...