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1. The last day working«You Know It’s Your Last Day At Work When……» You hand a bank teller an envelope, and when she asks, «What’s this?», you realize you just dropped the company’s deposit in a mailbox. A woman comes into the store, you turn to the other salesman and say, «I waited on the last fat ugly old ... Читать далее...
2. Returning from her vacationReturning from her vacation, the young secretary was telling anyone who would listen about what a fun time she had. She then asked for two weeks leave in which to get married. «But you just had two weeks off,» said the boss. «Why didn’t you get married then?» «What and ruin my vacation?» she whined....
3. Doing Pro Bono WorkClaire: Welcome to the Firm. Are you Getting the hang of things here? Jack: I am. I worked in another firm for two years before coming here, so I have some experience Under my belt. But let me ask you one thing: Is the firm serious about wanting each person to do five hours of ... Читать далее...
4. Having a Best FriendLucy: I’m so excited! My friend, Marlene, is coming to town for a visit. Buddy: Have I met Marlene? Lucy: No, I don’t think so. We Grew up together and we were always Joined at the hip. Buddy: When I was little, I had a friend like that. We were Blood brothers. Lucy: Yeah, Marlene ... Читать далее...
5. Calling in Sick to WorkI was Fed up with work and wanted the day off. I decided To call in sick. I wasn’t prepared, though, to be Peppered with questions. Peter: Hello, this is Peter. Is this Magda? Magda: Yes. This is Magda. Peter: Hi, Magda. I won’t be Coming in today. I’m Not feeling well. I think I’ve ... Читать далее...
6. Learning Work Rules and RoutinesI was happy to finally get a job, but I wasn’t ready for a first day of work like this one. … Boss: This is your first day and my job is To give you the rundown on how we do things around here. This is a Well-oiled machine. Everybody has To pull his or ... Читать далее...
7. 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...
8. Starting a New WorkweekNaomi: Wow, you look like you had a Rough weekend. A little too much Partying, huh? Aaron: You said it. I’m planning To ease into the new Workweek. I need time To chill and to recover. Could you Take a meeting this morning with our new client? Naomi: What will you do? Aaron: I’ll be ... Читать далее...
9. A young bloke has started work on a propertyA young bloke has started work on a property, and the boss sends him up the back paddocks to do some fencing work, but come evening he’s half an hour late. The boss gets on the CB radio to check if he’s all right. «I’ve got a problem, Boss. I’m stuck ‘ere. I’ve hit a ... Читать далее...
10. Перевод сленгового выражения work one’s ass off / work one’s tail off / work one’s buns off / work one’s butt off, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: work one’s ass off / work one’s tail off / work one’s buns off / work one’s butt off Сленговое выражение: work one’s ass off / work one’s tail off / work one’s buns off / work one’s butt off груб. Перевод: усердно трудиться, много работать Пример: You’ve been working your ass off ... Читать далее...
11. Значение идиомы work in[work in] {v.} 1. To rub in. The nurse told Mary to put somecream on her skin and to work it in gently with her fingers. 2. Toslip in; mix in; put in; When Mary was planning the show, sheworked a part in for her friend Susan....
12. A middle manager is called into his bosses officeA middle manager is called into his bosses office on a Monday morning. He is told he has to get rid of one employee in his department by the next Monday. «Downsizing.» He’s really upset. Everyone in his department does a good job and it doesn’t seem fair. So for the next 2 days he ... Читать далее...
13. Stop being late to workTom had this problem of getting up late in the morning and was always late for work. His boss was mad at him and threatened to fire him if he didn’t do something about it. So Tom went to his doctor who gave him a pill and told him to take it before he went ... Читать далее...
14. Delegating WorkAnya: I don’t know how I’m going to get all of this work done before I go on vacation. Estevan: What you need to do is To delegate. Stop being a Control freak and get other people to help you with your work. Anya: I’ve tried to delegate before, but I Ended up having To ... Читать далее...
15. Limits to Advancement at WorkGloria: Did you hear that Manuel is quitting? He took a job with another company. Sam: I’m not surprised. He came up against the Glass ceiling and he decided To jump ship. Gloria: Really? I didn’t know he was Bucking for promotion. Sam: He’s been trying to become a manager for three years, but other ... Читать далее...
16. Reasons to stay at work all night1. Act out your version of a company takeover. 2. Find a way to change everyone’s password to «chrysanthemum». 3. Around 3:20am, play connect-the-dots with lights still on in other office buildings. Keep going until you see a small woodland creature. 4. Sneaking in the boss’s desk could land you an unexpected promotion. 5. Draw ... Читать далее...
17. Being BoastfulMy boss is a complete Blowhard. He likes to Boast about his Accomplishments and Acquisitions Every chance he gets. Unfortunately, I seem to be his favorite audience. Boss: You won’t believe what I did over the weekend. I went Mountain climbing and Skydiving. What I wanted to say was, “Uh, Spare me!” But what I ... Читать далее...
18. Going to a WeddingI got an Invitation in the mail last month that really surprised me. My friend Ulrich was getting married! We went to college together and he always said that he’d never get married. I guess he found his Dream girl in the end. The Church wedding was going to be at 3 p. m. and ... Читать далее...
19. Значение идиомы all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy[all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy] Too much hard work without time out for play or enjoyment is not good for anyone. — A proverb. Bill’s mother told him to stop studying and to go out and play, because all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy....
20. Different Work StylesBefore I started my new job, I didn’t know that I would be working so closely with another employee of the company. I was used to a lot of Autonomy in my last job, and I have always been Self-directed. I didn’t need Close supervision and the boss never had to worry about me Slacking ... Читать далее...
21. Значение идиомы plan on[plan on] {v.} 1. To have the plan of; have in mind. — Used with averbal noun. I plan on going to the movies after I finish myhomework. Mary was planning on seeing John at the baseball game. Syn.: FIGURE ON. 2. To think you will do or have; be sure about;expect. I’m hoping to ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы work[work] See: ALL IN A DAY’S WORK, ALL WORK AND NO PLAY MAKES JACK ADULL BOY, AT WORK, BUSY WORK, IN THE WORKS, MAKE SHORT WORK OF, MANYHANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK, SHOOT THE WORKS, THE WORKS, IN THE WORKS....
23. The pretty secretary came in late for work the third dayThe pretty secretary came in late for work the third day in a row. The boss called her into his office and said, «Now look Sharon, I know we had a wild fling for a while, but that’s over. I expect you to conduct yourself like any other employee around here. The boss pressed on, ... Читать далее...
24. Military work rules1. Sickness: No excuses will be acceptable. We will no longer accept the Medical Officer’s statement as proof of illness as we believe that if you are able to go on sick parade, you are able to come to work. 2. Leave of Absence for an Operation: We are no longer allowing this practice. We ... Читать далее...
25. Dishonesty at WorkAmina: Have you heard the latest news? Shane: No, what is it? Amina: Charlie was fired last Friday after the company found out that he had been Cooking the books for over six months and had Embezzled more than $50,000. Shane: Charlie? I don’t believe it! He is the most Upstanding person I know. I ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы bosom friend[bosom friend] {n. phr.} A very close friend; an old buddy with whom one has a confidential relationship. Sue and Jane have been bosom friends since their college days....
27. Types of WorkI got a call yesterday from Amy, a co-worker from the office. She and I work in the same Department. We’ve had lunch at work a few times but I really didn’t know her that well. I was really glad she called. Kevin: Hello. Amy: Hi, Could I speak to Kevin? Kevin: This is Kevin. ... Читать далее...
28. Значение идиомы take off[take off] {v. phr.} 1a. To leave fast; depart suddenly; run away. The dog took off after a rabbit. Compare: LIGHT OUT. 1b.{informal} To go away; leave. The six boys got into the car andtook off for the drug store. 2. To leave on a flight, begin going up. A helicopter is able to take ... Читать далее...
29. Пословица / поговорка all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy Перевод: от одной работы без развлечений загрустит и Джек Эквивалент в русском языке: мешай дело с бездельем, проживешь век с весельем Пример: The parents always wanted their child to study and did not realize that all work and no play makes Jack ... Читать далее...
30. Never say it at workTWELVE THINGS YOU’LL NEVER HEAR AN EMPLOYEE TELL HIS/HER BOSS 1. Never give me work in the morning. Always wait until 5:00 and then bring it to me. The challenge of a deadline is always refreshing. 2. If it’s really a «rush job,» run in and interrupt me every 10 minutes to inquire how it’s ... Читать далее...
31. Correcting and Explaining in ConversationDanny: You look like you need To relax. Sybil: Excuse me? Danny: What I mean is, you look like you could use some R and R. Sybil: I didn’t know I looked tired and Worn out. Danny: No, What I’m trying to say is, people need Leisure time once in a while. Sybil: Yes, that’s ... Читать далее...
32. Volunteer WorkSome people say that it’s Civic duty to «give back» to your community. That’s true but for me, I want to do some Volunteer work so that I can feel useful. I’ve been working at the same job for years and it’s not at all Rewarding. Yes, I Make good money, but I never feel ... Читать далее...
33. Problems at the OfficeLucy: Hey Jeff, can I Pick your brain for a minute? Jeff: Sure, what’s up? Lucy: Well, I have a Sticky situation at work and I wanted to get your Input. You’re always so Tactful. Jeff: Thanks. I’m not sure I can help but I’ll give you my two cents. Lucy: Well, it’s like this. ... Читать далее...
34. The boss called one of his employees into the officeThe boss called one of his employees into the office. «Rob,» he said, «you’ve been with the company for a year. You started off in the post room, one week later you were promoted to a sales position, and one month after that you were promoted to district manager of the sales department. Just four ... Читать далее...
35. Rumors and SecretsJack: So, what do you think of the New guy? Kate: Oh, You mean Bernard? He’s okay, I guess. Why? Jack: Well, I heard that he left his last company under Mysterious circumstances. I tried to find out more from Libby, but she was very Hush-hush about it. Kate: I’m not surprised. Libby doesn’t like ... Читать далее...
36. Перевод слова bossBoss — босс, шеф Перевод слова Absolute boss — непререкаемый лидер party boss — партийный босс to kowtow to the boss — подлизываться к начальнику My old Boss was awful! Мой прежний босс был ужасен! He is his own Boss now. Теперь он сам себе начальник. Clear this with the Boss. Согласуй это с шефом. ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы be off[be off] {v. phr.} 1. {v.} To be in error; miscalculate. The estimator was off by at least 35% on the value of the house. 2. {v.} To leave. Jack ate his supper in a hurry and was off without saying goodbye. 3. {adj.} Cancelled; terminated. The weather was so bad that we were told ... Читать далее...
38. So you don not know Jack SchittSo you don’t know Jack Schitt He’s the only son of Awh Schitt and Oh Schitt. Awh Schitt, the fertilizer magnate, married Oh Schitt, the owner of the Kneedeep Schitt Inn. Jack Schitt, their first, passed on shortly after birth. Next came twin sons, Deep Schitt and Dip Schitt, two daughters, Fulla Schitt and Giva ... Читать далее...
39. A Bachelor PartyMy best friend, Saul, is getting married. As the Best man, it was up to me to plan a Bachelor party he’d never forget. All of the Groomsmen were Chipping in, so we Went all out. I invited everybody over to my apartment. Instead of going to a Strip club, we hired a Stripper. Before ... Читать далее...
40. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Где ты работаешь? (Where Do You Work?)»По-английски Перевод на русский Jeffrey: Hello, Alice. Long time no see. How are you? Джеффри: Здравствуй, Элис. Давно не виделись. Как дела? Alice: Hi, Jeff. I’m fine, thank you. Although I’m awfully busy these days. Элис: Привет, Джефф. Все хорошо, спасибо. Хотя я ужасно занята в эти дни. Jeffrey: Why? What’s going on? Джеффри: Почему? ... Читать далее...