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1. Main Vice PresidentTom was so excited about his promotion to Vice President of the company he worked for and kept bragging about it to his wife for weeks on end. Finally she couldn’t take it any longer, and told him, «Listen, it means nothing, they even have a vice president of peas at the grocery store!». «Really?» ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова executiveExecutive — исполнительный, администраторский, организаторский Перевод слова Executive power — исполнительная власть executive duties — административные обязанности executive talent — организаторский талант He has an Executive position in the company. Он занимает руководящую должность в компании. She has good Executive skills. У нее хорошие управленческие навыки. In the U. S., the President is the head ... Читать далее...
3. Перевод слова viceVice — порок, зло, недостаток, дефект; заместитель Перевод слова Sunk in vice — погрязший в пороке vices of drawing — ошибки в рисунке vice chairman — вице-председатель He sank into Vice. Он погряз в пороке. Eating too much is my Vice. Обжорство — мой порок. He was nominated as Vice chairman. Он был назначен на ... Читать далее...
4. The Higher Organs of Power in the USABy the US Constitution the government of the nation is entrusted to three separate authorities: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. The executive power is vested in the President, who holds his office during the term of four years, and is elected together with the Vice-President. Among the duties and powers of the President ... Читать далее...
5. Перевод слова vice versaVice versa — наоборот, обратно Перевод слова I like her and Vice versa. Она мне нравится, и это взаимно. He calls black white and Vice versa. Он называет черное белым и наоборот. Every debit must have a corresponding credit and Vice-versa. К каждой записи по дебету должна существовать корреспондирующая запись по кредиту и наоборот....
6. President precedentDifference Between a Bad *President* and a Bad *Precedent* … BAD *PRECEDENT: Tipper: «How does it feel to be the big man, Hon?» Al: «Well Tip, it took 17 lawsuits and 18 months of election recounts, but I’d do it all again.» … BAD *PRESIDENT: Mr. Bush, repeat after me. I do solemnly swear — ... Читать далее...
7. The Yuppette had risen to executive levelThe Yuppette had risen to executive level in the company in no time at all. Hearing rumors about her, the husband confronted his wife and accused her of sleeping with all of the top level managers. «Now that’s entirely false.» she cried. «I took the easy route and slept with anyone who mattered at least ... Читать далее...
8. Перевод слова presidentPresident — президент Перевод слова Campaign for the president — кампания кандидата в президенты a consultant to the President on foreign policy — советник президента по внешней политике acting president — временно исполняющий обязанности президента incoming president — вновь избранный президент The President declared war. Президент объявил войну. He could end up as President. Oн ... Читать далее...
9. A proper nameWhile away at a convention, an executive happened to meet a young woman who was pretty and intelligent. When he persuaded her to disrobe in his hotel room, he found out she had a superb body as well. Unfortunately, the executive found himself unable to perform. On his first night home, the executive walked from ... Читать далее...
10. A man comes home with his little daughter, whom he hasA man comes home with his little daughter, whom he has just taken to work. The little girl asks, «I saw you in your office with your secretary. Why do you call her a doll?» Feeling his wife’s gaze upon him, the man explains, «Well, honey, my secretary is a very hard-working girl. She types ... Читать далее...
11. Перевод слова secretarySecretary — секретарь Перевод слова Press secretary — пресс-секретарь executive secretary — ответственный секретарь chartered secretary — управляющий делами They traced the leak to a Secretary. Они выяснили, что утечка информации шла от секретарши. We require our Secretary to be on time. Мы требуем от нашего секретаря чтобы он приходил во время. She is a ... Читать далее...
12. Seasons and MonthsA year is the average time it takes for the Earth to go once round the Sun. There are 12 months or 52 weeks or 365 days in a year. Every four years there is a leap year. It has 366 days. The names of the months are: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, ... Читать далее...
13. 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.»...
14. Jerry Falwell was seated next to President ClintonJerry Falwell was seated next to President Clinton on a recent flight. After the plane was airborne, the flight attendant came around for drink orders. The President asked for a whisky & soda, which was brought and placed before him. The attendant then asked the minister if he would also like drink. The minister replied ... Читать далее...
15. Nothing but the truthA married man was having an affair with his secretary. One day, their passions overcame them and they took off for her house, where they made passionate love all afternoon. Exhausted from the wild sex, they fell asleep, awakening around 8.00 p. m. As the man threw on his clothes, he told the woman to ... Читать далее...
16. President Clinton and his wife are at the first baseball gamePresident Clinton and his wife are at the first baseball game of the season. At the start of the game the pitcher comes up in the stands and whispers something in Clinton’s ear. All of a sudden Clinton looks at Hillary and yells, «Okay, Hillary, GET OUT!». She looks surprised but leaves. The pitcher looks ... Читать далее...
17. The US Political SystemThe USA is a presidential republic. The legislative power of the USA is vested in the Congress of the USA. The Congress was created by Article I of the Constitution, adopted in 1787. It consists of two chambers — the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate is made up of 100 members (2 ... Читать далее...
18. President Clinton, returning from a campaign stopPresident Clinton, returning from a campaign stop in Arkansas, is climbing the steps to board Air Force One. Under each arm he is carrying a souvenir of his trip — a live razorback. At the top of the jetway, he is met by the guard, a Marine sergeant, who issues a crisp salute. «I’d salute ... Читать далее...
19. Administration The Executive Branch of the Government — Государственное управление Исполнительная властьGovernment — Государственное управление. Исполнительная власть Government — Государственное управление. Исполнительная власть The US. Constitution defines a federal system of government in which certain powers are delegated to the national government; other powers fall to the states. The national government consists of executive, legislative and judicial branches that are designed to check and balance one ... Читать далее...
20. The company president called the chief security guardThe company president called the chief security guard into his office. «Chuck, we’ve received a complaint from one of the employees that you are making obscene sexual comments and putting your hands where they don’t belong. These unwanted advances will have to stop.» Chuck looked down at his feet and mumbled, «I’m sorry, Sir. I ... Читать далее...
21. The first Jewish woman President is electedThe first Jewish woman President is elected. She calls her Mother: «Mama, I’ve won the elections, you’ve got to come to the swearing-in ceremony.» «I don’t know, what would I wear?» «Don’t worry, I’ll send you a dressmaker» «But I only eat kosher food» «Mama, I am going to be the president, I can get ... Читать далее...
22. How to Hunt Elephants — VP StyleWhen the Vice President of R&D tries to hunt elephants, his staff will try to ensure that all elephants are completely prehunted before he sees them. If the VP sees a nonprehunted elephant, the staff will (1) Compliment the vice president’s keen eyesight and (2) enlarge itself to prevent any recurrence. Sent by Alex...
23. A divorced woman had been on her own for several monthsA divorced woman had been on her own for several months and was starting to get extremely horny. She went to the grocery store and while there starting eyeing the bag boy. On the way out to the car she decided to make her move. Leaning over to the boy she whispered,» You know, I’ve ... Читать далее...
24. Not that my wife is the jealous type or anything, but one day at workNot that my wife’s the jealous type or anything, but one day at work, I had taken this temp who was filling in for my secretary to lunch in gratitude for an outstanding job on a very difficult project. As luck would have it, there was my wife waiting in the office for my return. ... Читать далее...
25. Not this timeThere was a middle-aged couple that had two stunningly beautiful teenage daughters. They decided to try one last time for the son they always wanted. After months of trying, the wife finally became pregnant, and sure enough, delivered a healthy baby boy nine months later. The joyful father rushed into the nursery to see his ... Читать далее...
26. Перевод слова leatherLeather — кожа, кожаные изделия Перевод слова Leather boot — кожаный ботинок imitation chamois leather — искусственная замша combination tanned leather — кожа комбинированного дубления This Leather handles soft. Эта кожа мягка на ощупь. He was wearing a battered Leather jacket. Он был одет в изношенную кожаную куртку. Raw Leather raxes. Сырая кожа тянется....
27. Next US PresidentA redneck calles up the White House and tells the receptionist: «I’d like to become the next President of the United States.» The receptionist: «What are you, an idiot?» Redneck: «Why, is it required?»...
28. Ten Ways That Carter Influenced Translation — and Vice VersaCan translation shape a presidency? As I argue in a new book, Found in Translation, it can influence the world as we know it. So, it shouldn’t be difficult to believe that translation affects the oval office in more ways than most people realize. Likewise, the commander-in-chief has extraordinary power to shape policy related to ... Читать далее...
29. Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin — The President of Russia — Владимир Владимирович Путин — Президент РоссииVladimir Putin was born in Leningrad on October 7, 1952. In 1975, he graduated with a degree in law from Leningrad State University. He later earned a Ph. D. degree in economics. After graduation, Mr. Putin was assigned to work in the KGB. From 1985 to 1990, he worked in East Germany. In 1990, he ... Читать далее...
30. JOHN F. KENNEDY: The Swingingest President EverJ. F. K., a gifted golfer, didn’t want to be photographed on the links. He was afraid of inheriting Eisenhower’s image, as a man putting his way through is presidency. An aficionado of Ian Fleming’s spy novels, John F. Kennedy relished keeping secrets almost as much as he enjoyed hearing them. One of Kennedy’s most ... Читать далее...
31. Candidate Clinton vs President ClintonCandidate Bill Clinton: Cut taxes for middle class President Bill Clinton: Wants to raise them Candidate Bill Clinton: Vowed not to tamper with Social Security President Bill Clinton: Wants to tax more SS benefits Candidate Bill Clinton: Proposed energy tax cuts President Bill Clinton: Wants energy tax increases Candidate Bill Clinton: Claimed he had the ... Читать далее...
32. Seasons and Months — Времена года и месяцыA year is the average time it takes for the Earth to go once round the Sun. There are 12 months or 52 weeks or 365 days in a year. Every four years there is a leap year. It has 366 days. The names of the months are: January» February, March, April, May, June, July, ... Читать далее...
33. The guide to wife translationsThe wife says: You want The wife means: You want The wife says: We need The wife means: I want The wife says: It’s your decision The wife means: The correct decision should be obvious The wife says: Do what you want The wife means: You’ll pay for this later The wife says: We need ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод сленгового выражения around the bend / round the bend, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: around the bend / round the bend Перевод: сумасшедший, ненормальный (часто используется в выражениях Drive someone (a)round the bend, и Send someone (a)round the bend) Пример: She sounds like she’s round the bend already. Она говорит так, будто у нее уже не все дома....
35. Структура компанииAccounts department — бухгалтерия Board of directors — совет директоров Chairman / chairperson — председатель Chief executive officer — главный исполнительный директор компании Director — директор, член совета директоров Executive officer / manager — управляющий делами, руководитель Headquarters — штаб-квартира Managing director — директор-распорядитель, исполнительное лицо компании Marketing department — отдел маркировки товаров Organization chart ... Читать далее...
36. Структура компании на английском языке— accounts department — бухгалтерия — board of directors — совет директоров — chairman / chairperson — председатель — chief executive officer — главный исполнительный директор компании — director — директор, член совета директоров — executive officer / manager — управляющий делами, руководитель — headquarters — штаб-квартира — managing director — директор-распорядитель, исполнительное лицо компании ... Читать далее...
37. The Political System of the USAWashington, the capital of the United States, is situated on the Potomac River in the District of Columbia. The district is a piece of land which doesn’t belong to any state but to all the states. Under the Constitution, the federal government is divided into three branches. The legislative power is vested in Congress and ... Читать далее...
38. The President of the United States — Президент Соединенных ШтатовDo you want to be President of the United States of America? Maybe you can apply for the post. Answer these three questions. Are you a US citizen? Are you thirty-five years old or older? Have you been a resident of the United States for fourteen years or longer? Did you say «yes» to all ... Читать далее...
39. The Higher Organs of Power in the USA — Высшие органы власти СШАBy the US Constitution the government of the nation is entrusted to three separate authorities: the Executive, the Legislative and the Judicial. The executive power is vested in the President, who holds his office during the term of four years, and is elected together with the Vice-President. Among the duties and powers of the President ... Читать далее...
40. President Carter’s jokeIn an interview with David Letterman, Carter passed along an anecdote of a translation problem in Japan. Carter was speaking at a business lunch in Tokyo, where he decided to open his speech with a brief joke. He told the joke, then waited for the translator to announce the Japanese version. Even though the story ... Читать далее...