Значение идиомы figure up

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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 cut a figure[cut a figure] {v. phr.} To make a favorable impression; carry of fan activity with dignity and grace. With his handsome face and sporty figure, Harry cuts quite a figure with all the ladies....
5. 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...
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. 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?...
9. 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....
10. 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....
11. 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....
12. This man got his prescription for ViagraThis man got his prescription for Viagra, and goes home to get ready for when his wife gets home. He calls her on the phone, and says, «I’ll be home in an hour.» «Perfect,» she replies. The man thinks her agreement is because the Doctor told him to take his Viagra an hour before. He ... Читать далее...
13. Being Pestered on the PhoneGisele: Our phone has been Ringing off the hook all weekend. What’s the deal? Nobu: I think it’s Jeanine. Gisele: Jeanine…Jeanine…Is that the woman you’ve been Going out with? Nobu: Yeah, it’s her. I tried To let her down easy, but she’s not Taking the hint. Gisele: I see. That’s why you’ve been Screening calls. ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод слова calculateCalculate — вычислять, подсчитывать Перевод слова To calculate the velocity of light — вычислять скорость света to calculate interest — вычислять проценты calculate costs — вычислять издержки The coach was Calculated to carry six regular passengers. Карета была рассчитана на шесть пассажиров. Rates are Calculated on an hourly basis. Ставки рассчитаны на почасовой основе. We ... Читать далее...
15. 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...
16. 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...
17. Man v. catA man absolutely hated his wife’s cat and decided to get rid of him one day by driving him 20 blocks from his home and leaving him at the park. As he was getting home, the cat was walking up the driveway. The next day he decided to drive the cat 40 blocks away. He ... Читать далее...
18. Значение идиомы call for[call for] {v.} 1. To come or go to get. John called for Mary to take her to the dance. Syn.: PICK UP. 2. To need; require. The cake recipe calls for two cups of flour. Success in school calls for much hard study....
19. Перевод идиомы sit back and let something happen, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: sit back and let something happen Перевод: расслабиться и не вмешиваться во что-либо Пример: I did not want to sit back and let things happen so I began to make some phone calls about my situation. Я не хотел просто сидеть и ничего не делать, поэтому я начал звонить, пытаясь решить свою проблему....
20. Значение идиомы duty calls[duty calls] {n. phr.} One must attend to one’s obligations. «I’d love to stay and play more poker,» Henry said, «but duty calls and I must get back to the office.»...
21. Значение идиомы knee-deep[knee-deep] or [neck-deep] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. Very much;deeply; having a big part in. Johnny was knee-deep in trouble. 2.Very busy; working hard at. We were neck-deep in homework beforethe exams. 3. Getting or having many or much. The televisionstation was knee-deep in phone calls. Compare: UP TO THE CHIN IN....
22. Значение идиомы home[home] See: AT HOME, BRING HOME, BRING HOME THE BACON, CHICKENSCOME HOME TO ROOST, CLOSE TO HOME, CONVALESCENT HOME or NURSING HOMEor REST HOME, KEEP THE HOME FIRES BURNING, MAKE ONESELF AT HOME, NOBODY HOME, WRITE HOME ABOUT....
23. My friend is dead!Two hunters are out in the woods when one of them collapses. He doesn’t seem to be breathing and his eyes are glazed. The other man pulls out his phone and calls emergency services. He gasps to the operator: “My friend is dead! What can I do?” The operator in a calm, soothing voice replies: ... Читать далее...
24. Перевод слова phonePhone — телефон, звонить по телефону Перевод слова Phone booth — телефонная будка to leave the phone off the hook — не повесить телефонную трубку to call smb. to the phone — пригласить кого-л. к телефону to speak on the phone — говорить по телефону Can you get the Phone? Можешь принести телефон? I’ll Phone ... Читать далее...
25. Annoying phone callsThe following is supposedly a true story. To be included, besides being true, the story is most likely strange, weird, surprising, or funny. A co-worker of mine fielded phone calls from his Alumni Association every three months for about five years, ostensibly checking to see that his records were up to date, and coincidentally asking ... Читать далее...
26. Перевод идиомы once again, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: once again Перевод: еще раз, снова Пример: I tried once again to phone my boss at his home. Я еще раз попробовал позвонить своему начальнику домой....
27. Phone jokeA few months ago I saw a newspaper clipping which told of a newspaper in Illinois (I think…) which ran a story warning consumers that, on such-and — such day, Illinois Bell would be «blowing the dust out of the phone lines» and that all phone owners should cover the earpiece of their phones with ... Читать далее...
28. Answering Machine MessagesI got two tickets to a Show at the last minute and I tried to find someone to go with me. First, I called Amanda. The phone Rang and rang and then her answering machine Picked up. «Hi, I’m not in right now. Leave me a message and I’ll get back to you as soon ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы at home[at home] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. In the place where you live or come from. * I went to his house, but he was not at home. Americans abroad are protected by the government like Americans at home. 2. Knowing what to do or say; familiar; comfortable. Charles and John enjoy working together because ... Читать далее...
30. Totally messed upThe following is an ad from a real-life newspaper which appeared four days in a row — the last three hopelessly trying to correct the first day’s mistake. MONDAY: For sale: R. D. Jones has one sewing machine for sale. Phone 948-0707 after 7 P. M. and ask for Mrs. Kelly who lives with him ... Читать далее...
31. Working from a Home OfficeAdrina: So this is your new home office. It’s nice. Victor: It’s Functional, and I like it. When my company decided to lower its Overhead by Decentralizing, it gave employees the option to work from home. When I heard that, I didn’t Think twice about making the change. Adrina: I’m not surprised. Lots of people ... Читать далее...
32. Telemarketers go awayHow to Make a Telemarketer Go Away 1. If they want to loan you money, tell them you just filed for bankruptcy and you could sure use some money. Ask, «How long can I keep it? Do I have to ever pay it back, or is it like the other money I borrowed before my ... Читать далее...
33. Фразовый глагол stand by — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: stand by Перевод: быть наготове и ждать Пример: I need you to stand by and answer the phone when my broker calls. Мне нужно, чтобы ты был наготове и ответил на телефонный звонок, когда позвонит мой брокер....
34. Разговор по телефону на английском языкеОсновные фразы на английском языке, которые часто употребляются в телефонном разговоре. This is… С Вами говорит… I have to give a phone call. Мне нужно позвонить. Please, may I use your phone? Я могу воспользоваться Вашим телефоном? Please, may I use your telephone directory? Можно воспользоваться Вашим телефонным справочником? Hello, may I speak to Mr. ... Читать далее...
35. George Costanza’s Tips for Working Hard IVVoice Mail. Never answer your phone if you have voice mail. People don’t call you just because they want to give you something for nothing — they call because they want YOU to do work for THEM. That’s no way to live. Screen all your calls through voice mail. If somebody leaves a voice mail ... Читать далее...
36. Значение идиомы make oneself at home[make oneself at home] {v. phr.} To feel comfortable; act as if youwere in your own home. If you get to my house before I do, helpyourself to a drink and make yourself at home. John was an outdoorman and could make himself at home in the woods at night. Compare: ATEASE, AT HOME....
37. A very desperate marriageA man really loved a woman, but he was just too shy to propose to her. Now he was up in his years and neither of them had ever been married. Of course, they dated about once a week for the past six years, but he was so timid he just never got around to ... Читать далее...
38. Wanting Peace and QuietAfter three days of travel and meetings, I returned to my hotel room ready for some Downtime. All I wanted was some Peace and quiet so I could get a Good night’s sleep. … [phone rings] Carl: Hello. Hotel staff: Hello, Mr. Mendez. I’m calling to welcome you to our hotel. I hope you’re finding ... Читать далее...
39. Taking a Phone MessageI was looking forward to a quiet evening at home. As soon as I walked in the door, though, the phone rang. Paolo: Hello. Evelyn: Hi, Could I speak to Tony? Paolo: He’s not here right now. Can I take a message? Evelyn: Do you know when he’ll be back? Paolo: No, I don’t. Evelyn: ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы write home about[write home about] {v. phr.} To become especially enthusiastic orexcited about; boast about. — Often used after «to». Mary’s trip tothe World’s Fair was something to write home about. Joe did a goodenough job of painting but it was nothing to write home about. «That was a dinner worth writing home about!» said Bill coming ... Читать далее...