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1. Перевод слова maleMale — мужчина, мужской, мужского пола Перевод слова Male voice choir — мужской хор male fern — мужской папоротник male midwife — акушер male pigeon — голубь-самец A Male duck is a drake. Самец утки — это селезень. The Male has a white breast. У самцов грудка белая. Does Christianity promote Male domination over women? ... Читать далее...
2. Перевод слова hunterHunter — охотник Перевод слова Hunter after glory — искатель славы curio hunter — охотник за древностями fortune hunter — охотник за богатством The Hunter discharged his gun into the air. Охотник выстрелил в воздух. Loosing off his last arrow, the Hunter prayed that the deer would fall. Выпуская последнюю стрелу, охотник молился о том, ... Читать далее...
3. Значение идиомы pick out[pick out] {v.} 1. To choose. It took Mary a long time to pickout a dress at the store. 2. To see among others; recognize; tellfrom others. We could pick out different places in the city fromthe airplane. We could not pick Bob out in the big crowd. Syn.:MAKE OUT. 3. To find by examining ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы behind bars[behind bars] {adv. phr.} In jail; in prison. He was a pickpocket and had spent many years behind bars. That boy is always in trouble and will end up behind bars....
5. Значение идиомы ups and downs[ups and downs] {n. phr.} Vicissitudes; alternating periods betweengood and bad times; changes in fortune. He is now a wealthy stocktrader, but at the beginning of his career he, too, had many ups anddowns....
6. Значение идиомы come again[come again] {v.}, {informal} Please repeat; please say that again.- Usually used as a command. «Harry has just come into a fortune,» my wife said. «Come again? » I asked her, not believing it. «Come again,» said the hard-of-hearing man....
7. Перевод слова wealthyWealthy — богатый Перевод слова To envy a wealthy man — завидовать богатому человеку painting wealthy in details — живопись, богатая деталями come from a wealthy background — родиться в богатой семье She’s hoping to snare a Wealthy husband. Она надеется заполучить богатого мужа. He is a Wealthy entrepreneur. Он состоятельный предприниматель. She is from ... Читать далее...
8. Значение идиомы parallel bars[parallel bars] {n.} Two horizontal bars the same distance apart, that are a few feet above the floor of a gymnasium. The boysexercised on the parallel bars in the gym....
9. A big-game hunter went on safari with his wifeA big-game hunter went on safari with his wife and mother-in — law. One evening, while still deep in the jungle, the Mrs awoke to find her mother gone. Rushing to her husband, she insisted on them both trying to find her mother. The hunter picked up his rifle, took a swig of whiskey, and ... Читать далее...
10. Значение идиомы have on[have on] {v.} 1. To be dressed in; wear. Mary had on her newdress. 2. To have planned; have an appointment; plan todo. Harry has a big weekend on. I’m sorry I can’t attend yourparty, but I have a meeting on for that night. 3. See: HAVE NOTHINGON, HAVE SOMETHING ON....
11. Значение идиомы send one about one’s business[send one about one’s business] {v. phr.} To dismiss someonesummarily; tell one off. When Mrs. Atwater discovered that herdaughter’s French tutor was an ordinary fortune hunter, she sent himabout his business. Compare: SEND ONE PACKING....
12. British cuisine — Британская кухняAlthough British cuisine is not recognized as a worldwide celebrity like French or Italy cuisine, but it obviously belongs to one of the most refined and special ones. Of course everyone has ever heard of English breakfast and afternoon tea which are an essential part of the Englishmen everyday life. English breakfast can hardly be ... Читать далее...
13. You tell me!A game warden came upon a duck hunter who had bagged 3 ducks and decided to «enforce the laws pending.» He stopped the hunter, flashed his badge and said, «Looks like you’ve had a pretty good day. Mind if I inspect your kill?» The hunter shrugged and handed the ducks to the warden. The warden ... Читать далее...
14. A helping handHarry and his wife are having hard financial times, so they decide that she’ll become a hooker. She’s not quite sure what to do, so Harry says, «Stand in front of that bar and pick up a guy. Tell him that you charge a hundred bucks. If you got a question, I’ll be parked around ... Читать далее...
15. Значение идиомы ride the gravy train[ride the gravy train] {v. phr.} To live a life of plenty andluxury. Those who have a wealthy executive or heir to a fortune fora spouse can ride the gravy train without doing any work....
16. A hunter visited another hunter and was given a tour of his homeA hunter visited another hunter and was given a tour of his home. In the den was a stuffed lion. The visiting hunter asked, «When did you bag him?» The host said proudly, «That was three years ago, when I went hunting with my ex-wife.» «What’s he stuffed with,» asked the visiting hunter. «My ex-wife» ... Читать далее...
17. 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...
18. Значение идиомы make conversation[make conversation] {v. phr.} To talk with someone just so thatthere will be talk. John made conversation with the stranger sothat he would not feel left out. Mary didn’t really mean what shesaid about Joan. She was only making conversation....
19. Значение идиомы in public[in public] {adv. phr.} 1. In a place open to the people; in such away that the public may see, hear, or know; not secretly; openly. Two boys down the street are dancing in public for pennies. Actors are used to appearing in public. The mayor has told hisfriends that he is sick but will ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод слова fortuneFortune — состояние (имущество), богатство, счастье, удача Перевод слова To try one’s fortune — попытать счастья by good fortune — по счастливой случайности to come into a fortune — получить богатое наследство to make a fortune — разбогатеть, нажить состояние Fortune favours the brave. Смелость города берет. She lost her Fortune in the war. Она ... Читать далее...
21. Перевод слова smartSmart — сообразительный, толковый; сильный, значительный Перевод слова A smart few — довольно большое число smart punishment — суровое наказание smart person — умный человек You’re looking very Smart. Вы выглядите очень умным. She was Smart to refuse. У нее хватило ума отказать. Poodles are said to be Smart dogs. Как говорят, пудели — умные ... Читать далее...
22. Значение идиомы sharp as a tack[sharp as a tack] {adj. phr.} 1. Very neatly and stylishly dressed That new boy always looks sharp as a tack in class. 2. Veryintelligent; smart; quick-witted. Tom is sharp as a tack; he got100 on every test....
23. Перевод слова conversationConversation — разговор, беседа Перевод слова Conversation classes — занятия по разговорной практике to hold conversation — вести беседу, разговаривать heart-to-heart conversation — разговор по душам Do you remember our Conversation about that new movie? Вы помните наш разговор о новом фильме? We had a Conversation by e-mail. У нас был разговор по электронной почте. ... Читать далее...
24. Перевод идиомы pick a fight (with someone) / pick fights (with someone) / pick a quarrel (with someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: pick a fight (with someone) / pick fights (with someone) / pick a quarrel (with someone) Перевод: начать ссору, драку с кем-либо (обычно преднамеренно) Пример: The man tried to pick a fight with his old friend. Мужчина пытался поссориться со своим старым другом....
25. Перевод сленгового выражения behind bars, значение и пример использованияСленговое выражение: behind bars Сленговое выражение: behind bars груб. Перевод: за решеткой, в тюрьме, в заточении Синоним: up the river; in the slammer; under glass Пример: My brother Charlie tried to rob a bank, but the cops caught him and now he’s behind bars. Мой брат Чарли пытался ограбить банк, но полицейские поймали его, и ... Читать далее...
26. Значение идиомы pick-me-up[pick-me-up] {n. phr.} Something you take when you feel tired orweak. John stopped at a drugstore for a pick-me-up after workingthree hours overtime. Mary always carried a bar of chocolate inher pocketbook for a pick-me-up....
27. Значение идиомы bone to pick[bone to pick] or [crow to pick] {n. phr.}, {informal} A reason for dispute; something to complain of or argue about. — Often used jokingly. «I have a bone to pick with you,» he said. There was always a crow to pick about which one would shave first in the morning. Compare: BONE OF CONTENTION....
28. Значение идиомы dress up[dress up] {v.} 1a. To put on best or special clothes. Billy hated being dressed up and took off his best suit as soon as he got home from church. 1b. To put on a costume for fun or clothes for a part in a play. Mary was dressed up to play Cinderella in her ... Читать далее...
29. Day of the Defender of Fatherland — День защитника отечестваMany Russians observe February 23 as men’s day because military service is obligatory for most men in Russia. Women often give presents and postcards to their male relatives, including those who never served in the military. On a workday before or after the holiday, many women also congratulate their male colleagues and schoolboys may receive ... Читать далее...
30. Перевод идиомы dressed to the nines / dressed to the teeth, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: dressed to the nines / dressed to the teeth Перевод: быть очень элегантно одетым; быть одетым очень модно, очень стильно Пример: The movie stars were dressed to the nines during the awards ceremony. Звезды кино были разодеты очень по-модному во время церемонии награждения....
31. Перевод идиомы get dressed up, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: get dressed up Перевод: наряжаться, надевать свою лучшую одежду Пример: I usually get dressed up when I go to a nice restaurant. Обычно я получше одеваюсь, когда иду в хороший ресторан....
32. Значение идиомы lose oneself[lose oneself] {v. phr.} 1. To go wrong; miss your way; becomeunable to find the right direction. Fred lost himself in theconfusion of downtown Boston streets. 2. To conceal yourself; hide. The pick-pocket lost himself in the crowd and escaped the police. 3.To become deeply interested and forget yourself; become absorbed. Sometimes Harry would lose ... Читать далее...
33. Значение идиомы pick one’s way[pick one’s way] {v. phr.} To go ahead carefully in difficult orunfamiliar places; advance with care. After nightfall we droveslowly along, picking our way until we found the right turn. Hepicked his way across the rough and rocky hillside....
34. Перевод слова job-hunterJob-hunter — соискатель, ищущий работу Перевод слова We provide Job-hunters with the complete information both about the vacancy and the company. Мы обеспечиваем соискателей исчерпывающей иформацией как о вакансии, так и о компании. Whichever way I look at you, you’re a zero offer Job hunter. В таком виде ты не получишь предложений по работе. Происхождение ... Читать далее...
35. Значение идиомы pick and choose[pick and choose] {v.} To select with much care; choose in a fussyway; take a long time before choosing. He was never one to pick andchoose. Some people pick and choose to get something perfect, andsome just because they can’t make up their minds....
36. Значение идиомы boyfriend[boyfriend] {n.}, {informal} 1. A male friend or companion. «John and his boyfriends have gone to the ball game,» said his mother. 2. A girl’s steady date, a woman’s favorite man friend; a male lover or sweetheart. Jane’s new boyfriend is a senior in high school. Contrast: GIRLFRIEND....
37. Значение идиомы conversation piece[conversation piece] {n.} Something that interests people and makes them talk about it; something that looks unusual, comical, or strange. Uncle Fred has a glass monkey on top of his piano that he keeps for a conversation piece....
38. Differences in Male and Female FriendshipsLauren: Did you see what Stephanie was wearing? She looked like a wet dog! Quentin: Why do women do that? Lauren: Do what? Quentin: Why do women Put other women down? Is it to make themselves feel Superior? Lauren: It was only a joke. I Didn’t mean anything by it. Quentin: Do you really think ... Читать далее...
39. Значение идиомы fall by the wayside[fall by the wayside] also [drop by the wayside] {v. phr.} To giveup or fail before the finish. The boys tried to make a 50-milehike, but most of them fell by the wayside. George, Harry, andJohn entered college to become teachers, but Harry and John fell bythe wayside, and only George graduated....
40. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «Don’t flatter yourself»Jean Жан What is that noise? Что это за шум? Harry Гарри What noise? Какой шум? Jean Жан I hear a girl saying «Harry, honey. Please pick up the phone, you stud…» Я слышу, как женский голос говорит: «Гарри, дорогой. Подними, пожалуйста, трубку, красавчик…» Harry Гарри Oh! That’s my new cell phone. It must be ... Читать далее...