Значение идиомы on foot

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1. Значение идиомы foot[foot] See: AT ONE’S FEET, COLD FEET, DEAD ON ONE’S FEET, DRAGONE’S FEET, FROM HEAD TO FOOT, GET OFF ON THE WRONG FOOT, GET ONE’SFEET WET, HAND AND FOOT, KEEP ONE’S FEET, KNOCK OFF ONE’S FEET, LANDON ONE’S FEET, LET GRASS GROW UNDER ONE’S FEET, ONE FOOT IN THE GRAVE, ON FOOT, ON ONE’S FEET, ... Читать далее...
2. Значение идиомы set foot[set foot] {v. phr.} To step; walk; go. — Used with a negative. She would not let him set foot across her threshold. She told theboy not to set foot out of the house until he had finished supper....
3. Значение идиомы put one’s foot down[put one’s foot down] {v. phr.}, {informal} To take a decidedstand; be stubborn in decision. John didn’t want to practice hispiano lesson, but his teacher put his foot down. When it came tosmoking pot at parties, our parents put their foot down....
4. Значение идиомы wait on hand and foot[wait on hand and foot] {v. phr.} To serve in every possible way;do everything for. Sally is spoiled because her motherwaits on her hand and foot. The gentlemen had a valet to wait onhim hand and foot. Compare: HAND AND FOOT....
5. Значение идиомы hand and foot[hand and foot] {adv. phr.} 1. So that the hands and feet cannot beused. — Used with «bind» or a synonym. The robbers bound him handand foot and left him on the floor. 2. So that no tree action ispossible. — Used with «bind» or a synonym. If Mr. Jones signs thatpaper, he will be ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы put one’s foot in it[put one’s foot in it] or [put one’s foot in one’s mouth] {v. phr.}, {informal} To speak carelessly and rudely; hurt another’sfeelings without intending to; make a rude mistake. He put his footin it with his remark about self-made men because Jones was one ofthem. She put her foot in her mouth with her joke ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы one foot in the grave[one foot in the grave] {n. phr.} Near to death. The dog isfourteen years old, blind, and feeble. He has one foot in the grave. Grandfather has never been sick a day in his life, but Mother caresfor him as if he had one foot in the grave....
8. Перевод слова footFoot — ступня, нога, основание Перевод слова At the foot of the bed — в ногах кровати the foot of a ladder — основание лестницы non-kicking foot — опорная нога My Foot hurts. Моя ступня болит. They came on Foot. Они пришли пешком. Stop wiggling your Foot. Не качай ногой....
9. Значение идиомы not to touch with a ten-foot pole[not to touch with a ten-foot pole] {v. phr.} Toconsider something completely undesirable or uninteresting. Somepeople won’t touch spinach with a ten-foot pole. Kids who wouldn’ttouch an encyclopedia with a ten-foot pole love to find informationwith this computer program....
10. Значение идиомы put one’s best foot forward[put one’s best foot forward] {v. phr.}, {informal} To try to makea good impression; try to make a good appearance; do one’s best. During courtship, it is natural to put your best foot forward. When Ted applied for the job he put his best foot forward....
11. Значение идиомы get off on the wrong foot[get off on the wrong foot] {v. phr.} To make a bad start; beginwith a mistake. Peggy got off on the wrong foot with her newteacher; she chewed gum in class and the teacher didn’t like it....
12. Значение идиомы foot in the door[foot in the door] {n. phr.}, {informal} The first step towardgetting or doing something; a start toward success; opening. Don’tlet Jane get her foot in the door by joining the club or soon she’llwant to be president....
13. Перевод идиомы foot the bill, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: foot the bill Перевод: оплачивать счет, платить за что-либо Пример: The company will foot the bill for my move to Paris. Компания оплатит мой переезд в Париж....
14. Значение идиомы put to rights[put to rights] or [set to rights] {v. phr.}, {informal} To put ingood order; clean up. It took the company a long time to put theoffice to rights after the fire. It took Mrs. Smith an hour to setthe room to rights after the party....
15. Перевод идиомы not set foot somewhere, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: not set foot somewhere Перевод: не ступать куда-либо, не ходить куда-либо Пример: We did not set foot in the old factory that we passed on our hike. Мы не заходили на старый завод, который мы прошли во время нашей прогулки....
16. Перевод идиомы set foot (somewhere), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: set foot (somewhere) Перевод: ступать куда-либо, заходить куда-либо Пример: I have never set foot in that restaurant and I never will in the future. Я никогда не был в том ресторане и никогда не побываю там в будущем....
17. Значение идиомы break with[break with] {v.} To separate yourself from; end membership in; stop friendly association with. He broke with the Democratic party on the question of civil rights. He had broken with some friends who had changed in their ideas....
18. Перевод идиомы be off on the wrong foot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: be off on the wrong foot Перевод: начать что-либо не самым лучшим образом, начать что-либо плохо, неудачно, неблагополучно Пример: I tried to talk to my new neighbor but it seems that we are off on the wrong foot already. Я пытался поговорить с моим соседом, но, похоже, что наши отношения уже не сложились....
19. Перевод идиомы get one’s foot in the door, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: get one’s foot in the door Перевод: сделать первый шаг к достижению цели; начать выполнение чего-либо, что приведет к успеху в будущем Пример: I was able to get my foot in the door of the banking industry when I found a job at a bank. Мне удалось начать свой путь в банковской отрасли, когда ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод идиомы shoot oneself in the foot, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: shoot oneself in the foot Перевод: сделать ошибку, сделать что-либо глупое, что еще больше усугубляет ситуацию; навредить самому себе Пример: If you want the job, don’t be late for the interview. Don’t shoot yourself in the foot. Если тебе нужна эта работа, не опаздывай на собеседование. Не навреди сам себе....
21. Перевод идиомы get off on the wrong foot (with someone or something), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: get off on the wrong foot (with someone or something) Перевод: неудачно, плохо начать что-либо, или какие-либо отношения с кем-либо Пример: I got off on the wrong foot with my boss and our relationship is not good. Я неудачно начал свое знакомство с начальником, и сейчас у нас не очень хорошие отношения....
22. Перевод слова civilCivil — гражданский, штатский Перевод слова Champion of civil rights — борец за гражданские права civil custody — арест по гражданскому делу civil aviation — гражданская авиация The country was torn by Civil war. Страну раздирали гражданские войны. They were married in a Civil ceremony in May. Они поженились на гражданской церемонии в Мае. Civil ... Читать далее...
23. Перевод идиомы put one’s best foot forward, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: put one’s best foot forward Перевод: стараться произвести хорошее впечатление на других, быть на высоте, показать себя с лучшей стороны Пример: I tried to put my best foot forward during the job interview. Во время собеседования при приеме на работу я старался показать себя с лучшей стороны....
24. Перевод идиомы put one’s foot in one’s mouth / put one’s put in it, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: put one’s foot in one’s mouth / put one’s put in it Перевод: сказать что-либо не к месту; сказать оплошность, глупость, грубость, бестактность, и т. п. Пример: I put my foot in my mouth and said that I did not like fish just before my friend served me fish for dinner. Я не к ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы take charge[take charge] {v. phr.} To begin to lead or control; take controlor responsibility; undertake the care or management. When Mrs. Jackson was in the hospital, her sister tookcharge of the Jackson children until Mrs. Jackson could care forthem. The child care class gave a party for the nursery children, and Mary took charge of the ... Читать далее...
26. Dealing With Foot ProblemsWalt: What are you doing? Francesca: I’m selecting and organizing my photos for a Presentation. Walt: Oh, can I see? All of these photos are of feet! Francesca: Well, I am a Podiatrist and I’m giving a talk about foot conditions. Walt: Ew, some of these are really Disgusting! Francesca: You’re looking at some of ... Читать далее...
27. Значение идиомы foot the bill[foot the bill] {v. phr.} To cover the expenses of; pay forsomething. The bride’s father footed two-thirds of the bill for hixdaughter’s wedding. Compare: PICK UP THE TAB....
28. Пословица / поговорка the shoe is on the other foot — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: the shoe is on the other foot Перевод: положение изменилось; обстоятельства изменились Пример: The supervisor treated the employees badly but now the shoe is on the other foot and his new boss treats him badly. Этот менеджер плохо обращался со служащими, но сейчас обстоятельства изменились, и его новый начальник плохо обращается с ... Читать далее...
29. Значение идиомы right[right] See: ALL RIGHT, ALL RIGHT FOR YOU, DEAD TO RIGHTS, GIVEONE’S RIGHT ARM, HEART IN THE RIGHT PLACE, IN THE RIGHT, PLAY ONE’SCARDS RIGHT, PUT TO RIGHTS or SET TO RIGHTS, SERVE RIGHT, TO RIGHTS....
30. Значение идиомы beg the question[beg the question] {v. phr.}, {literary} To accept as true something that is still being argued about, before it is proved true; avoid or not answer a question or problem. The girls asked Miss Smith if they should wear formal dresses to the party; Miss Smith said they were begging the question because they didn’t ... Читать далее...
31. Значение идиомы in return[in return] {adv. phr.} In order to give back something; aspayment; in recognition or exchange. — Often used with «for». Budgave me his knife and I gave him marbles in return. The ladyhelped Mother when she was sick and in return Mother often invited herto dinner. How much did John give you in return for ... Читать далее...
32. Диалог на английском языке с переводом «How long does it take on foot»Tina Тина Excuse me, officer. I’m lost. How do I get to the new shopping mall? Извините, офицер. Я заблудилась. Как попасть в новый торговый центр? Police officer Офицер полиции You’re pretty far from there. I hope you are not in a hurry. Это довольно далеко отсюда. Надеюсь, вы не спешите. Tina Тина No, I ... Читать далее...
33. Значение идиомы nail one’s colors to the mast[nail one’s colors to the mast] {literary} To let everyone knowwhat you think is right and refuse to change. During the electioncampaign the candidate nailed his colors to the mast on the questionof civil rights....
34. It was during a ball at Andrew Jackson country homeIt was during a ball at Andrew Jackson’s country home that the family physician approached Mrs. Jackson to say, «You’re looking wonderful tonite, Rachel! What keeps you so radiant and effervescent?» «Having such a popular husband, of course.» «Surely there must be more to it than that, madam.» «Well, there’s Old Hickory’s dickery, doc.»...
35. Michael Jackson and the doctorMichael Jackson and the doctor are walking out of the delivery room after his wife gives birth to their son. Michael says, «How long before we can have sex?» The doctor says, «At least wait until he’s walking.»...
36. Not a footAn extremely drunk man looking for a whorehouse stumbles into a Podiatrist’s office instead and weaves over to the receptionist. Without looking up, she waves him over to the examination bed and says, «Stick it through that curtain.» Looking forward to something kinky, the drunk pulls out his penis and sticks it through the crack ... Читать далее...
37. Значение идиомы walking papers[walking papers] or [walking orders] also [walking ticket] {n.},{informal} A statement that you are fired from your job; dismissal. The boss was not satisfied with Paul’s work and gave him his walkingpapers. George is out of work. He picked up his walking ticketlast Friday....
38. Значение идиомы read one one’s rights[read one one’s rights] {v. phr.} To give to an arrested person thelegally required statement regarding the rights of such a person. «Read him his rights,» Sergeant,» the captain said, «and book him forbreaking and entering.»...
39. Значение идиомы miss out[miss out] {v.}, {informal} To fail; lose or not take a goodchance; miss something good. Jim’s mother told him he missed out ona chance to go fishing with his father because he came home late. You missed out by not coming with us; we had a great time. Compare:LOSE OUT....
40. Значение идиомы dead to rights[dead to rights] {adv. phr.}, {informal} Without a chance of escaping blame; proven wrong. Mother had Bob dead to rights, because she caught him with his hand in the cookie jar. The police caught the man dead to rights....