Types of Humor

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1. Перевод слова humorHumor — юмор, чувство юмора Перевод слова To weave some humor into a plot — добавить в сюжет немного юмора surreal off-the-wall humor — сюрреалистический необычный юмор acerbic black humor — едкий черный юмор He didn’t appreciate the Humor of the situation. Он не оценил юмора той ситуации. He has a morbid sense of Humor. ... Читать далее...
2. Working Without SupervisionVeronica: Where’s Stan? Kyle: He’s not here. Veronica: When will he be back? Kyle: I’m not sure. He hasn’t been here for a couple of days. Veronica: A couple of days?! He’s supposed to be here Overseeing the Day-to-day operations. You’re his Second-in-command. Where is he? Kyle: I honestly don’t know. He’s been MIA since ... Читать далее...
3. Getting a Bad ReputationLance: Did you see Kim at the party last Saturday? Paulina: Yeah, I saw her. Why? Lance: She was wearing a Skimpy dress and all of the men were Leering at her all night. I used to think she was a Nice girl. Isn’t she worried that she’ll get a Reputation? Paulina: A reputation for ... Читать далее...
4. Planning for RetirementPaulina: Did you get your Social Security statement? I just got mine in the mail. If I keep working at this rate for the next 20 years, between Social Security and my Savings, I should be Sitting pretty for Retirement. Carlos: Yeah, I should be okay when I retire, too. I’ve been contributing to a ... Читать далее...
5. Humor about LeprechaunsAn aging man lived alone in Ireland. His only son was in Long Kesh Prison, and he didn’t know anyone who would spade up his potato garden. The old man wrote to his son about it, and received this reply, «For HEAVENS SAKE, don’t dig up that garden, that’s where I buried the GUNS!!!!!» At ... Читать далее...
6. Southerners are not that stupidA ventriloquist working down South, is confronted by a theater patron during his show. The hick stands up and yells, «HEY YOU! ON STAGE! You been making smart-ass remarks about us southerners being stupid all night long! We’re not all stupid ya know!» «Relax,» said the ventriloquist, «They’re just jokes!» «Shut up, buddy,» the hick ... Читать далее...
7. The Comedy ClubOn Friday night, I went with a group of friends from work to a comedy club. I don’t really like Sketch comedy, but I do like Stand-up, and the comedian who was going to perform there was one of my favorites. There were six of us and we were a pretty Rowdy group. We stood ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы gallows’ humor[gallows’ humor] {n. phr.} Bitter joke that make fun of a veryserious matter, e. g. death, imprisonment, etc. When the criminalwas led to the electric chair on Monday morning, he said, «Nice way tostart the week, eh?»...
9. 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...
10. Перевод слова stupidStupid — глупый, бестолковый Перевод слова Stupid blunder — глупая ошибка stupid jackass — тупой осел plumb stupid — абсолютно тупой He understands — he’s not Stupid. Он понимает — он вовсе не дурак. I was Stupid to agree. Я согласился по глупости. She annoyed him with her Stupid questions. Она раздражала его своими глупыми ... Читать далее...
11. Proper Behavior at a Formal EventRodney: Ha-ha! Did you hear what I said? Funny, right? Samantha: Behave yourself! This is a serious and Solemn occasion, not a time for Levity. Rodney: Loosen up. We have To endure two hours of this ceremony. Samantha: It’s Indecent the way you’re behaving. Don’t you have any sense of Decorum? Rodney: Lighten up. You’re ... Читать далее...
12. Funny Humor about the IrishThis is a true story of the late Irish author Brendan Behan who one night collapsed in a diabetic coma in a Dublin street. It was at a time when he was at the height of his drunken notoriety and passes-by naturally thought he was dead drunk. They took him to the nearby surgery of ... Читать далее...
13. Types of AllergiesBert: Doctor, Give it to me straight. Is my Medical condition serious? Doctor: I suspect that your Rashes and other symptoms are the result of Allergies. Bert: Allergies?! I thought I had some kind of serious Disease. Doctor: Allergies can be serious. I’m going to give you tests to see what you’re allergic to. Bert: ... Читать далее...
14. Types of Car and VehiclesRobert: Hi, I’m Robert. What are you In the market for today? Mary: I want to buy a new car, but I’m not sure what I want. Robert: Well, you’ve come to the right place. We have a very large selection of cars and Trucks – Just about any type of Vehicle you can think ... Читать далее...
15. Watching Movie and TV FranchisesUrsula: Weren’t you watching this same movie yesterday? Ian: No, this is the Sequel. Yesterday, I watched Aims Pond. This is Aims Pond: Super Spy. Ursula: Wasn’t this originally a TV show? Ian: Actually, it was originally a Novel, which was Adapted into a Long-running TV show. Then, it was Turned into a Movie franchise. ... Читать далее...
16. Using an Online Email ProgramLuigi: What do you think of this new Email program? Selma: I don’t know yet. I just started using it. The Interface is pretty Intuitive, but I haven’t figured out how To sort my Inbox by date. Luigi: That’s easy. Let me show you. All you have to do is hit one of these buttons ... Читать далее...
17. Talking About Old CrimesPaul: What are you watching? Della: I’m watching a really good show about Cold cases. They take Unsolved crimes from Decades ago and Reconstruct them, trying to solve them Once and for all. Paul: But after all this time, isn’t the Trail cold? How do they solve the crimes with no new Leads? Della: They ... Читать далее...
18. Offending SomeoneI was telling my friend, Gina, a joke. I began it by saying, “An Irishman, an Englishman, and a Frenchman walk into this bar, and…” Suddenly, Gina Grabbed my arm and shook her head. I turned around and our coworker, Colin, was standing right behind me. Eileen: Oh, hi Colin. I didn’t see you standing ... Читать далее...
19. Talking About Television ShowsCleo: The new TV season is starting this week and I can’t wait. I’ve been watching Reruns all summer and I’m ready for the Premiers of my favorite shows. Victor: You watch Madwomen, right? Cleo: Yes, it’s my favorite show. Victor: Then I’ve got some bad news for you. It’s been Cancelled. Cleo: How is ... Читать далее...
20. Значение идиомы funny bone[funny bone] {n.} 1. The place at the back of the elbow that hurtslike electricity when accidentally hit. He hit his funny bone onthe arm of the chair. 2. or {informal} [crazy bone] Sense of humor;understanding jokes. Her way of telling the story tickled his funnybone....
21. April Fool’s DayТопик День дурака рассказывает о празднике, который еще называют «День смеха». Это всемирный праздник, отмечаемый 1 апреля во многих странах. Во время этого праздника принято разыгрывать друзей и знакомых или просто подшучивать над ними. Впервые первоапрельские розыгрыши появились во Франции, а потом распространились по миру. Особенно этому празднику радуются дети. April Fool’s Day or all ... Читать далее...
22. How is The Simpsons still on the air?Over the last several weeks The Simpsons has rushed into the public consciousness with an urgency it hasn’t enjoyed in a decade. At Comic-Con last week, in particular, attention was drummed up by the producers grandly, as with galvanic effort they annexed valuable headline real estate across the world. No sooner did Harry Shearer swear ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы lowbrow[lowbrow] {n.} A person of limited culture; a nonintellectual. Some people claim that only lowbrows read the comics. Contrast: HIGHBROW....
24. 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...
25. Civil War Era humorCivil War Era Humor The following are supposedly true definitions, stories, and terms relating to the Civil War. BIGGEST MAN… The biggest man in the Union Army was Capt. David Van Buskirk of the 27th Indiana Regiment who stood 6 feet 11 inches and weighed 380 pounds. He was captured in 1862 and was sent ... Читать далее...
26. The complaint letter from JudiThe complaint letter from Judi: We blonds at the ofise are tired of all the the dum stoopid jokes about us. We think this is hairassment. It causes us grate stress and makes our roots turn dark. We have hired a loyer and he is talking to the loyers at Clairol. We will take this ... Читать далее...
27. Types of MeetingsSusanna: All right, then. This meeting is over. We’ll meet again next week for a Status update. Juan: Hey, do you have a few minutes to talk about tomorrow’s Teleconference? Susanna: Sorry, I’ve got to run. I’m late for my department’s weekly Brainstorming session. Can it wait? Juan: Sure, how about a Lunch meeting? Susanna: ... Читать далее...
28. 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...
29. Types of ViewsAndrea: Help me decide on which type of hotel room To book. George: I want the one with a bed. Andrea: Very funny. We have a choice of different views, and each one is a different price. For instance, a room with a City view is $175 a night and a Panoramic view is $275 ... Читать далее...
30. Types of SandwichesGeraldo: I am so hungry. When can we go eat? Natasha: Just another minute and I’ll be finished here. What do you Have a craving for? Geraldo: I want a good sandwich, maybe a BLT or a Pastrami on rye. Now that I think of it, a Reuben or a Club sandwich would really Hit ... Читать далее...
31. Types of PantsJosh: We are going to get you out of those Baggy sweatpants and into some pants that fit. Kayla: I don’t like pants that are too Formfitting. Josh: I’m not suggesting you buy Skintight leggings, but some nice Slacks would be Slimming. Kayla: I like pants with an Elastic waistband. They’re more comfortable. Josh: Just ... Читать далее...
32. Types of LuggageDriver: Ma’am, where would you like these suitcases? Leona: The three Wheeled suitcases should go next to the bed, and the Garment bag should be Hung up In the closet. Where is my Expandable bag? Driver: Do you mean this Duffel bag? Leona: Yes. You can leave that right there. Hmm, where is my Carry-on? ... Читать далее...
33. Types of VandalismJim: Did you hear what happened to the Romeros? Helene: No, what? Jim: They went on vacation for a week and Vandals broke a couple of windows in the back of their house and Tagged their living room walls with Graffiti. Helene: That’s terrible! There are always Punks who like To egg houses in this ... Читать далее...
34. Types of FamiliesPatricia: Okay, we’re nearly done setting up for the neighborhood party. I got some Nametags with “father,” “mother,” and “kids” printed on them, with a space for people to write their names. It’ll be easier for people to introduce themselves and make friends. Ed: The nametags are a good idea, but we have to keep ... Читать далее...
35. Reality T. VIt’s hard to watch TV these days without seeing Reality shows. Some nights, it’s hard to find a Scripted Drama to watch. There are so many different kinds of reality shows, too. The most popular one in the U. S. has been the «American Idol» show. This is a singing competition where Amateurs try to ... Читать далее...
36. 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...
37. Перевод слова enjoyEnjoy — получать удовольствие, любить Перевод слова Did you enjoy the film? — вам понравился этот фильм? to enjoy one’s meal — есть с аппетитом to enjoy bliss — блаженствовать Do you Enjoy your job? Вам нравится ваша работа? Relax and Enjoy the view. Расслабься и наслаждайся видом. I Enjoyed every minute of it. Я ... Читать далее...
38. Types of People at WorkRaul: Thanks for Showing me around on my first day. Ursula: It’s no problem. I want to give you The lay of the land and tell you about the people you’ll be working with. For instance, that’s Julie over there. She’s really nice, but she’s also a Perfectionist. If you ever work with her, remember ... Читать далее...
39. Types of Business EntitiesRon: I’m only your Tax accountant, but let me give you a piece of advice. If you’re planning to start a business, you’ll want to carefully consider what type of Business entity you want to do business under. Marcela: Is that important? My parents ran a Mom-and-pop store for 40 years and they never had ... Читать далее...
40. Types of Non-alcoholic DrinksAsa: What can I get you to drink? Elizabeth: I’ll have a glass of water, thanks. Asa: Are you sure you don’t want something else? I have Soft drinks, Orange juice, Lemonade, and Fruit punch. Elizabeth: No, thanks. I’m trying to cut back on my Sugar intake. Asa: In that case, how about an Energy ... Читать далее...