Describing a Musical Performance

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1. Praising a PerformanceClaudia: Oh, that was so good. I’ve never seen anything better. Bravo! Bravo! Javier: There’s no need for a Standing ovation and stop Gushing. The performers did a Passable job. It was Nothing to write home about. Claudia: You are so Jaded. That performance was Genius. It Took my breath away. Javier: I thought the ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова performancePerformance — исполнение, выполнение Перевод слова Performance for performance — одновременное исполнение a solo performance — сольное выступление His Performance was outstanding. Его выступление было выдающимся. When is the next Performance? Кагда будет следующее представление? An increased level of Performance. Повышенный уровень производительности. Примеры из жизни В современном искусстве Перформанс (от англ. Performance — исполнение, ... Читать далее...
3. Describing a Bad ExperienceCaterina: I can’t believe I let you Rope me into seeing this performance. It was so Lame! Oliver: Okay, you’re right, it was The pits. I had no idea it was going to be Amateur hour. When I saw the ad in the paper describing this as an Experimental play, I thought it might be ... Читать далее...
4. A juggler, driving to his next performance, is stopped byA juggler, driving to his next performance, is stopped by the police. «What are these matches and lighter fluid doing in your car?» asks the cop. «I’m a juggler and I juggle flaming torches in my act.» «Oh yeah?» says the doubtful cop. «Lets see you do it.» The juggler gets out and starts juggling ... Читать далее...
5. Adding Condiments to FoodOrlando: Hand me that Worcestershire sauce. Janine: Here. You’re not putting that on your Burger, are you? Orlando: No, I’m using it for my Hot dog. Janine: Wait. You’ve put Ketchup, Mustard, Mayonnaise, and Barbecue sauce on your burger, and now you’re going to put Worcestershire sauce on your hot dog? Orlando: Sure, you’ve got ... Читать далее...
6. Getting a Performance EvaluationEmil: Have a seat. As you know, we need to talk about your annual Performance evaluation. Is there anything you’d like to say before we get started? Sandra: Yes, there is. I’ve tried really hard this year to improve on some of the Shortcomings identified in my evaluation last year. Emil: Hmm, I’m afraid that’s ... Читать далее...
7. Dictionary of Musical TermsJAZZ : Five men on the same stage all playing different tunes. BLUES : Played exclusively by people who woke up this morning. WORLD MUSIC : A dozen different types of percussion all going at once. OPERA : People singing when they should be talking. RAP : People talking when they should be singing. CLASSICAL ... Читать далее...
8. Describing Height and BuildGwen: Do you see that Heavyset guy over there, the one Towering over everyone else? Denzel: Yeah, what about him? Gwen: He’s my Ex-boyfriend. I haven’t seen him in years. When I knew him he was really Skinny. He’s really Put on a few pounds. It’s amazing what a few years can do. Denzel: None ... Читать далее...
9. Describing the Taste of FoodSteve, my new boyfriend, decided to cook dinner for me. I was really excited, That is, until I tried his cooking. Steve: What do you think of the soup? I thought: This is so Bland, and what are these little Lumpy things in the soup? Of course I didn’t say that aloud. Elaine: It’s Delicious. ... Читать далее...
10. Перевод слова winnerWinner — победитель Перевод слова To be the outright winner — одержать полную победу likely winner — возможный победитель, фаворит соревнований sure winner — абсолютный победитель declare the winner — объявлять победителя Practice makes the Winner. Тренировка — ключ к победе. Winner takes all. Победитель получает все. The Winner showed top form. Победитель показал пик ... Читать далее...
11. Describing the Fit of ClothingVera: How do these pants look on me? Wang: Uh, aren’t they a little too Tight? They look like they’re Cutting off circulation in your legs. Vera: They’re a little Snug, but they Show off my curves, don’t they? Wang: I suggest Going up a size. Something a little less Form fitting would be a ... Читать далее...
12. Describing People’s MoodsBrett: Do you know what kind of Mood Mom is in? Molly: Not really. Why? Brett: I really need a raise in my Allowance and I’m waiting for the right time to ask. She’ll be more likely to say “yes” if she’s not feeling too Grouchy. Molly: I wouldn’t Count on this being a good ... Читать далее...
13. Learning to ActRichard: It’s 6:30 a. m. on Saturday morning. Why are you Banging those Pots and pans? Elizabeth: I have an Audition coming up and I’m Rehearsing. Richard: By banging pots and pans? Elizabeth: I’m Up for a part as a 1950s housewife. I need to Learn my lines and be prepared To improvise. That’s why ... Читать далее...
14. Employee Performance ReviewDon: So how did your End-of-the-year review go? Becky: Oh, it was okay. I had my meeting with Mitch this morning and his Bottom line is that he thinks I need to Show more Initiative. He thinks that I need to start being more Creative. Don: Did he actually say that? Becky: Well, Not in ... Читать далее...
15. Juggler, driving to his next performanceJuggler, driving to his next performance, was stopped by the police. ‘What are those knives doing in your car?’ asked the officer. ‘I juggle them in my act.’ Oh yeah?’ says the cop. ‘Let’s see you do it.’ So the juggler starts tossing and juggling the knives. A guy driving by sees this and says, ... Читать далее...
16. Describing NudityVenus: Kids, cover your eyes! Don’t look at that. I didn’t know there would be Nudity here. Why did you bring us here? Milo: I brought you here to see this celebration of the beauty of the Human form. Venus: This is Obscene! Look at the Bare breasts on that one and the one over ... Читать далее...
17. Перевод идиомы put on a performance / put on a play, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: put on a performance / put on a play Перевод: поставить пьесу, спектакль, представление, и т. п. Пример: My sister helped put on the school play. Моя сестра помогала поставить школьную пьесу....
18. TV Shows Being Renewed and CancelledMo: I have some bad news: Your favorite TV show has been Cancelled. Amy: I’m not surprised. Ratings plummeted last Season, so The writing was on the wall. Mo: Also On the chopping block is your favorite reality show: American Idiots. Amy: Oh no, not American Idiots, too! I thought it was Gaining ground in ... Читать далее...
19. Seeing a Circus PerformancePaula: Ta-da! We’re here. This is your big surprise. Roman: We’re going to the Circus? Paula: You Got it in one! It’s going to be great. There’ll be Clowns and Acrobats, Trapeze artists and Lion tamers. Roman: I haven’t been to the circus since I was a kid. Paula: That’s the point. I thought this ... Читать далее...
20. Life as a thingLife is so interesting thing…. when i was 3 years i always ask her play game with me. i was so small and also i was sweat. Now i am 13 years old, i really grow up.. at the moment i am studying chinese in China. I have a dream be with my mother very ... Читать далее...
21. Matt Damon, Ben Affleck paid for auditions from joint bank account«When I look back at that, a 16 and 14 year old, we were really young to be taking the bus by ourselves to New York and spending a day going to an audition — we were living adult lives as teenagers,» Damon said. Matt Damon has revealed that he shared a bank account with ... Читать далее...
22. Describing Fabric PatternsRuth: Now that we’ve Picked out a new couch, we need to pick out an Upholstery fabric. What do you think of this Checkered one? Gerry: That’s an Eyesore. I prefer something a little more Subtle. Ruth: Subtle? What’s fun about subtle? I want something Bold and that’ll Make a statement. How about this one ... Читать далее...
23. Describing Facial ExpressionsMarjorie: I wish I could have been there when you told the managers that you were leaving the company and starting your own business! Pedro: Everyone was Taken aback. Dan Gave me a dirty look, of course. He’s always Looked down his nose at me. As for Sanjaya, If looks could kill… Marjorie: Sanjaya? I ... Читать далее...
24. Значение идиомы x-double minus[x-double minus] {adj.}, {slang}, {informal} Extremely poorly done, bad, inferior. Patsy gave an x-double minus performance at the audition and losther chance for the lead role....
25. Adopting a ChildScott: Hi, I thought I’d stop by to pick up those chairs I wanted to borrow. Roberta: Oh, sure. Here they are. Scott: What are you doing? Roberta: I’m looking through the material we got on Adoption. Scott: Are you and Robert thinking about adopting a child? Roberta: Yeah, we are. We’ve been thinking about ... Читать далее...
26. Describing Family RelationsEri: What’s that? James: It’s an invitation to a Family reunion. Once every five years or so, someone in the family organizes one. Eri: Are you going? James: I’m not sure. It’s always a little awkward seeing Extended family. Did you know that there used to be a big Feud between my father and his ... Читать далее...
27. Describing Position and Location Within a GroupSelena: Don’t look now, but a big group of mothers are coming to this house To give you a piece of their mind. Justin: What?! I meant it as a joke. I Didn’t mean anything by it. Selena: You’ll have to tell that to Sally. She’s At the head of the group and she’s Flanked ... Читать далее...
28. A Business PlanAbout a year ago, I came up with an idea that I thought would Revolutionize the way people sell their Goods on the Internet. After a lot of planning, I decided to try to attract Investors by developing a Business plan. I got some advice from my friend Steve who is a very successful Entrepreneur. ... Читать далее...
29. TraditionsA man and a woman got married, and he told her : » since you are my wife you should respect my traditions and habits…and i have 3 traditions. So, first tradition: On wednesdays i play football with my friends…no matter what..whether it snows or it rains…i dont care..i play football!! -Is it clear for ... Читать далее...
30. Describing People’s LooksGilles: Hey, what are you looking at? Nora: Oh, these? They’re pictures from my trip Back home last month. Gilles: Let’s have a look. So, who’s this? Nora: That’s my sister and that’s my Cousin Keira. Gilles: Your sister Looks nothing like you. You’re Fair and she has dark hair and dark eyes. Now, you ... Читать далее...
31. Flashback: Eminem and Elton John Join Forces at the 2001 GrammysWhen the 2001 Grammys took place, controversy was swirling around Eminem. His third LP, The Marshall Mathers LP, was one of the biggest hits of the previous year and was up for a slate of awards, but many critics saw his lyrics as homophobic, violent and misogynistic. Protesters stood outside of the Staples Center on ... Читать далее...
32. Describing Different SmellsGiles: Do you really think we’ll be able To renovate this place and turn it into a restaurant? Julia: It’s not so bad. I know it smells a little Stale and Musty in here, but all we need to do is Air it out. Giles: Air it out? This place needs a lot more than ... Читать далее...
33. Describing Video QualityAmelia: I wish we had hired a professional Videographer to film it instead of asking your friend Lenny to do it. Victor: This video isn’t so bad. The Production quality isn’t the best, but he did a pretty good job. Amelia: It’s not bad if you like your video Out-of-focus. There are no Transitions between ... Читать далее...
34. Describing Old and New ClothesEllen: What are you wearing to the party? Hiro: Your guess is as good as mine. Ellen: Let’s look through your Closet and I’ll help you Pick something out. Hiro: Okay, but I have to warn you. I have a pretty limited Wardrobe. Ellen: Let’s see, these black pants are nice, but they’re Frayed on ... Читать далее...
35. Describing People’s PersonalitiesJoann: Oh, are those pictures of your kids? Artem: Yes. These are my three daughters and these are my two sons. Joann: Your sons look so alike. Are they similar in Personality, too? Artem: It’s funny you ask that. My wife and I are always saying how different they are from one another, even though ... Читать далее...
36. Describing Accuracy and InaccuracyRona: This is impossible. I’m never going to hit the Target. Why is it that I’m the only one in this Archery class who has no Aim? Leonardo: You’re doing fine. I can tell you’re new to this. It takes some practice to develop any Precision. Rona: But you seem to be Picking it up ... Читать далее...
37. Describing One’s Skill LevelElaine: Welcome to your first day as an Intern in our company office. Let me show you around. This is the main office area with a Cubicle for each employee. Are you pretty good with computers? Tony: Actually, my computer knowledge is pretty Basic. The only thing I’m Adept at is videogames. I’m not Up ... Читать далее...
38. At the Theatre (2)В топике В театре (2) я рассказываю, что мне нравятся все театральные представления: драматические спектакли, опера и музыкальные комедии. Но самое сильное впечатление я получил после увиденного мною балета Чайковского «Лебединое озеро». Балет был похож на сказку: музыка, костюмы и актеры – все было прекрасно, и спектакль прошел с большим успехом. There are not many ... Читать далее...
39. Describing People’s Body TypesRemi: We need to get these Costumes sorted out. I’m not sure we have ones that will fit each person in this Play. Bryan: Let’s see. We need a shirt for Hector. He’s Broad-shouldered, so this one would be too small. Any luck finding one over there? Remi: No, but I think I found a ... Читать далее...
40. Types of Story EndingsHamid: I just finished a really good book. I thought the characters were Headed toward a Tragic ending, but there was a Twist near the end, and everything turned out well. It was so Satisfying! Rachel: It sounds Sappy to me. Hamid: It wasn’t sappy at all. It was just a happy ending. I know ... Читать далее...