Значение идиомы cut a figure

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1. Перевод идиомы cut a figure / cut a fine figure, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: cut a figure / cut a fine figure Перевод: производить впечатление, выглядеть хорошо; быть хорошо, элегантно одетым Пример: The man cut a fine figure when he entered the dining room. Мужчина произвел хорошее впечатление своим внешним видом, когда вошел в обеденный зал. When Dee was in her twenties she cut a fine figure in ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод сленгового выражения ballpark figure / ball-park figure, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: ballpark figure / ball-park figure Перевод: хороший приблизительный подсчет; приблизительная оценка Синоним: guestimate Пример: I’d say two hundred dollars, but that’s a ballpark figure. Я бы сказал, двести долларов, но это лишь приблизительная оценка....
3. Значение идиомы figure on[figure on] {v.} 1. To expect and think about while making plans. We did not figure on having so many people at the picnic. Hefigured on going to town the next day. Syn.: PLAN ON. 2. To dependon; be; sure about. You can figure on him to be on time. Syn.:COUNT ON....
4. Значение идиомы figure out[figure out] {v.} 1. To find an answer by thinking about ; solve. Tom couldn’t figure out the lastproblem on the arithmetic test. Sam couldn’t figure out how toprint a program until the teacher showed him how. Mary couldn’tfigure out why her cake tasted so funny until she found salt mixed inthe sugar bag. Compare: ... Читать далее...
5. Значение идиомы figure up[figure up] {v. phr.} To calculate; add up. If you can figure uphow many phone calls I’ve made from your home, I will pay you rightaway....
6. Перевод слова figureFigure — фигура, облик; цифра, арифметика; рисунок, диаграмма; представлять себе Перевод слова In round figures — в круглых цифрах see figure 2 on page 5 — смотрите рис. 2 на с. 5 a garment adjusted to the figure — одежда по фигуре how do you figure it to yourself? — как вы это себе представляете? ... Читать далее...
7. Перевод идиомы go figure, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: go figure Перевод: фраза, выражающая удивление, недоумение, непонимание чего-либо; может переводиться такими выражениями, как «Понимай, как хочешь», «Как это вообще понять», и т. п. Пример: The government said it would promote free trade by increasing tariffs on imported goods. Go figure. Правительство объявило, что будет способствовать свободной торговле за счет увеличения тарифов на ввозимые ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы cut ice[cut ice] {v. phr.}, {informal} To make a difference; make an impression; be accepted as important. — Usually used in negative, interrogative, or conditional sentences. When Frank had found a movie he liked, what others said cut no ice with him. Jones is democratic; a man’s money or importance never cuts any ice with him. ... Читать далее...
9. Значение идиомы handsome is as handsome does[handsome is as handsome does] {informal} A person must act welland generously so that he will be truly worth respecting. — A proverb. Everyone thinks that Bon is a very handsome boy, but he is verymean too. Handsome is as handsome does. Compare: FINE FEATHERS DO NOTMAKE PINE BIRDS....
10. Фразовый глагол figure on — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: figure on Перевод: рассчитывать на, делать расчеты Пример: Where do you figure on living when you move to the U. S. A.? Где ты рассчитываешь жить, когда переедешь в США?...
11. Фразовый глагол figure out — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: figure out Перевод: понимать, находить ответ Пример: I’m trying to figure out how to assemble the bookshelves. Я пытаюсь понять, как собрать книжные полки....
12. Перевод слова favorableFavorable — благоприятный, подходящий, благосклонный Перевод слова Favorable reaction — положительная реакция favorable conditions — благоприятные условия favorable outcome — благоприятный исход The book received a Favorable reception. Книга получила благосклонные отзывы. A new reign was Favorable to the fusion of parties. Новая королевская власть способствовала коалиционному объединению политических сил. We are optimistic that the ... Читать далее...
13. Фразовый глагол figure up — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: figure up Перевод: подсчитывать Пример: I need to figure my expenses up before I give you an estimate. Мне нужно подсчитать свои расходы перед тем, как я смогу сказать тебе приблизительную сумму....
14. Значение идиомы with bad grace[with bad grace] or [with a bad grace] {adv. phr.} In an unpleasantor discourteous way; unwillingly, Fred takes defeat with badgrace. Tom shouted «Hello» to Bill. Bill was in a sour mood andreplied with a bad grace. Contrast: WITH GOOD GRACE....
15. Значение идиомы figure in[figure in] {v.} 1. {informal} To add to a total; remember to putdown in figures. We figured in the travel expenses but forgot thecost of meals. 2. To have a part in; be partly responsible for. Joe figured in all our touchdowns. Mary’s good grades figured inher choice as class president....
16. Перевод слова handsomeHandsome — красивый, статный Перевод слова Handsome dog — большая сильная собака to grow handsome — похорошеть handsome woman — импозантная женщина My teacher is Handsome, strictly! Мой учитель красавчик, это уж точно! He was tall, dark and Handsome. Он был высоким, темноволосым и красивым. Handsome is as Handsome does. Судят по делам, а не ... Читать далее...
17. Значение идиомы hatchet face[hatchet face] {n.} A long narrow face with sharp parts; also, aperson with such a face. Johnny was sent to the principal’s officebecause he called his teacher old hatchet face. He washatchet-faced and not at all handsome....
18. Значение идиомы with good grace[with good grace] {adv. phr.} With pleasant and courteous behavior;politely; willingly; without complaining. The boys had beenwell-coached; they took the loss of the game with good grace. Theprincipal scolded Nora, who accepted his criticism with good grace. Contrast: WITH BAD GRACE....
19. Значение идиомы fall from grace[fall from grace] {v. phr.} To go back to a bad way of behaving; dosomething bad again. The boys behaved well during dinner until theyfell from grace by eating their dessert with their fingers instead oftheir forks. The boy fell from grace when he lied....
20. Значение идиомы lose face[lose face] {v.} To be embarrassed or shamed by an error orfailure; lose dignity, influence or reputation; lose self-respect orthe confidence of others. Many Japanese soldiers were killed inWorld War II because they believed that to give up or retreat wouldmake them lose face. John’s careless work made him lose face withhis employer. The banker ... Читать далее...
21. Providing Tech SupportMax: Hello, hello, is this Call-in tech support? Grace: Yes, my name is Grace and this is the Help desk. How can I help you today? Max: I’m having a problem with my machine and I don’t know what to do. Grace: Have you tried reading our online Troubleshooting guide or asking your question on ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы look in the eye[look in the eye] or [look in the face] {v. phr.} To meet with asteady look; to face bravely or without shame. Mary looked thegangster in the eye, and he turned away without hurting her. Johnhad looked death in the face many times. We often believe a personwho looks us in the eye, but it ... Читать далее...
23. Значение идиомы grace period[grace period] or [period of grace] {n.} The time or extra timeallowed in which to do something. Most insurance companies have agrace period of one month for payments. The teacher gave the classa week’s period of grace to finish workbooks....
24. Значение идиомы face[face] See: BLUE IN THE FACE, CUT OFF ONE’S NOSE TO SPITE ONE’SFACE, FLY IN THE FACE OF, HATCHET FACE, HIDE ONE’S FACE, IN ONE’SFACE, IN THE FACE OF, LONG FACE, LOOK IN THE EYE or LOOK IN THE FACE, MAKE A FACE, ON THE FACE OF IT, SAVE FACE, SET ONE’S FACE AGAINST, SHOOT ... Читать далее...
25. Перевод слова impressionImpression — впечатление, представление Перевод слова Painful impression — болезненное впечатление personal impression — личное впечатление to have the impression that — полагать, думать что I got the Impression that he is a bit tasty. У меня впечатление, что он имеет какое-то отношение к преступному миру. She failed to create any profound Impression. Ей не ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы day of grace[day of grace] {n. phr.} An extension period after the due date of some contract or bond. The premium is due on the first of each month, but they allow ten days of grace....
27. Значение идиомы saving grace[saving grace] {n. phr.} A single good attribute; a redeemingquality. Felicity is not very attractive but her intelligence andwit are her saving grace....
28. Значение идиомы see the light[see the light] {v. phr.}, {informal} To understand or agree, oftensuddenly; accept another’s explanation or decision. I did notapprove of his action, but he explained his reason and then I saw thelight. Bill wanted Harry to help him, but Harry wasn’t in the mooduntil Bill offered to pay him. Then Harry saw the light. Marythought ... Читать далее...
29. Фигурное катание/ Figure-skatingНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык Figure-skating Фигурное катание Every person should practice physical exercises to keep fit and healthy. As for me, I try to go jogging in summer, and ice-skating in winter. I like all kinds of sport, especially winter ones, as they are rather spectacular. I’m sure many people in the ... Читать далее...
30. Значение идиомы in one’s face[in one’s face] {adv. phr.} 1. Against your face. The trickcigar blew up in the clown’s face. A cold wind was in our faces aswe walked to school. 2. In front of you. The maid slammed the doorin the salesman’s face. I told the boys that they were wrong, butthey laughed in my face. Compare: ... Читать далее...
31. Figure outФразовый глагол / Phrasal verb Figure*out* (54) — сообразить, выяснить, понять, разобраться Things were not going well for Anthony Orsatti, And the capo was unable to figure out why. For the first time in his life, his luck was going bad. Дела шли не очень хорошо (не шли хорошо) у/для Энтони Орсатти, И главарь банды ... Читать далее...
32. Перевод идиомы fall from grace, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: fall from grace Перевод: потерять расположение; упасть в глазах общества; впасть в немилость Пример: The politician fell from grace with the public during the money scandal. Во время скандала, связанного с деньгами, этот политик потерял расположение общества....
33. Перевод слова graceGrace — грация, изящество; приличие, такт; благосклонность Перевод слова She is nothing but grace — она вся изящество и грация she had the grace to make her visit brief — у нее хватило такта не задерживаться to get into smb.’s graces — снискать чье-л. расположение Her character is Graced by every virtue. Она — воплощение ... Читать далее...
34. Значение идиомы in the face of[in the face of] {adv. phr.} 1. When met or in the presence of;threatened by. He was brave in the face of danger. She began tocry in the face of failure. 2. Although opposed by; without beingstopped by. Talking continued even in the face of the teacher’scommand to stop. Syn.: IN SPITE OF. Compare: FLY ... Читать далее...
35. Значение идиомы carry through[carry through] {v.} 1a. To put into action. Mr. Green was notable to carry through his plans for a hike because he broke his leg. 1b. To do something you have planned; put a plan into action. Jean makes good plans but she cannot carry through with any of them. Compare: GO THROUGH WITH, CARRY ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы back out[back out] {v. phr.} 1. To move backwards out of a place or enclosure. Bob slowly backed his car out of the garage. 2. To withdraw from an activity one has promised to carry out. Jim tried to back out of the engagement with Jane, but she insisted that they get married. Compare: BEG OFF, ... Читать далее...
37. Перевод слова activityActivity — активность, деятельность, мероприятие Перевод слова Burst of activity — вспышка деятельности kinetic activity — двигательная активность cortical activity — активность коры головного мозга Business Activity was paralyzed. Деловая активность была парализована. The square was humming with Activity. Площадь кипела жизнью. Physical Activity helps burn up calories. Занятия спортом помогают сжигать калории. Происхождение слова ... Читать далее...
38. Перевод идиомы make an impression (on someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: make an impression (on someone) Перевод: произвести впечатление на кого-либо Пример: The elderly man made an impression on me and I was very sad when I heard that he had died. Пожилой человек произвел на меня впечатление, и я очень огорчился, когда узнал, что он умер....
39. Sports-Related InjuriesGrace: What happened to you?! Paul: I had a little accident at the game today. Grace: Little accident?! You’re Limping and obviously in pain! Paul: I just Pulled a muscle in my back and Aggravated my Runner’s knee, that’s all. It’s nothing to worry about. Grace: And you’re still recovering from the Sprained ankle, Concussion, ... Читать далее...
40. Getting a Girlfriend/Boyfriend BackGrace: What are you doing? Yuji: I’m working on a plan To get April back. Grace: I think that’s a Lost cause. You guys Broke up three months ago. There’s no way she’ll Take you back. Yuji: Watch me Prove you wrong. When I tell April about all of the ways I’m going to change ... Читать далее...