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1. Перевод идиомы on speaking terms (with someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: on speaking terms (with someone) Перевод: в дружеских, хороших отношениях с кем-либо Пример: My mother is not on speaking terms with her older sister. Моя мать не общается со своей старшей сестрой....
2. Значение идиомы in terms of[in terms of] {prep.} 1. In the matter of; on the subject of;especially about; about. He spoke about books in terms of theirpublication. What have you done in terms affixing the house? The children ate a great many hot dogs at the party. In terms ofmoney, they ate $20 worth. 2. As to the amount […]...
3. The Night Before Christmas, Legally SpeakingThe Night Before Christmas, Legally Speaking: Whereas, on or about the night prior to Christmas, there did occur at a certain improved piece of real property (hereinafter “the House”) a general lack of stirring by all creatures therein, including, but not limited to, a mouse. A variety of foot apparel, e. g. stocking, socks, etc., […]...
4. Англоговорящие страны/ English-Speaking CountriesНа английском языке Перевод на русский язык English-Speaking Countries Англоговорящие страны There are several countries in the world where English is a native language. These countries are the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Australia and New Zealand. It is also one of the official languages in Canada, the Irish Republic and the Republic […]...
5. Перевод слова conventionConvention – собрание, съезд; соглашение Перевод слова Delegate to a convention – делегат съезда convention of businessmen – съезд бизнесменов Hague Convention – Гаагская конвенция data convention – соглашение о представлении данных The reporter covered the Convention for the local newspaper. Журналист давал материалы о съезде в местную газету. She has to make a speech […]...
6. Перевод слова approximatelyApproximately – приблизительно, около Перевод слова Highly approximately – весьма приблизительно approximately equal – приближенно равный approximately true – приближенно верный How much do think it will cost, Approximately? Как думаете, сколько это приблизительно будет стоить? There are Approximately 8,000 species of ants. Существует около 8000 видов муравьев. Происхождение слова approximately Образовано от глагола Approximate […]...
7. Значение идиомы bring to terms[bring to terms] {v. phr.} To make agree or do; make surrender. The two brothers were brought to terms by their father for riding the bicycle. The war won’t end until we bring the enemy to terms. Contrast: COME TO TERMS....
8. Booking Space for Business EventsRoberto: All right, we have to find Meeting rooms and a Banquet hall for the annual sales meeting and Luncheon. Do you have any ideas? Nicole: We could Hold it at a hotel as we’ve done in past years or we can try the Convention center. Roberto: The company has grown so much in the […]...
9. Перевод слова annualAnnual – ежегодный, годовой Перевод слова Annual bonus – ежегодная премия annual budget – ежегодный бюджет annual earnings – ежегодная прибыль annual function – ежегодный прием Each worker receives an Annual bonus. Каждый работник получает ежегодный бонус. The company’s Annual sales turnover is around $300 million. Годовой товарооборот компании составляет около 300 млн. долл....
10. English-speaking countriesGreat Britain, USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand are English speaking countries. They are situated in different parts of the world and differ in many ways. The nature of these countries, their weather and climate and way of life of their people differ. Each coutry has it’s own history customs, traditions, its own national holidays. […]...
11. Customs and traditions of english speaking countriesТопик Обычаи и традиции англоязычных стран рассказывает о том, как бережно англичане относятся к своим традициям и, зная об этом, вы лучше узнаете британцев. Самый почитаемый праздник в Великобритании – это Рождество. Самая главная традиция этого праздника – дарить подарки, и не только родственникам, но и коллегам по работе. Вторая традиция – посылать поздравительные открытки. […]...
12. Перевод идиомы one way or another, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: one way or another Перевод: каким-либо образом Пример: One way or another I am going to attend the annual general meeting tomorrow. Так или иначе, но я собираюсь посетить завтра ежегодное общее собрание....
13. A blonde is speaking to her psychiatristA blonde is speaking to her psychiatrist. “I’m on the road a lot, and my clients are complaining that they can never reach me.” Psychiatrist: “Don’t you have a phone in your car?” Blonde: “That was a little too expensive, so I did the next best thing. I put a mailbox in my car.” Psychiatrist: […]...
14. Значение идиомы out of the way[out of the way] {adv. phr.} 1. Not where people usually go;difficult to reach. When little Tommy comes to visit her, AuntSally puts her lamps and vases out of the way. – Often used withhyphens before a noun. Gold was found in an out-of-the-way villagein the mountains, and soon a good road and airfield were […]...
15. Значение идиомы in the running[in the running] {adj.} or {adv. phr.} Having a chance to win; notto be counted out; among those who might win. At the beginning ofthe last lap of the race, only two horses were still in the running. A month before Joyce married Hal, three of Joyce’s boyfriendsseemed to be still in the running. Al […]...
16. Значение идиомы be on the outs with[be on the outs with] {v. phr.} To not be on speaking terms with someone; be in disagreement with someone. Jane and Tom have been on the outs with one another since Tom started to date another woman....
17. Значение идиомы as for[as for] {prep.} 1. In regard to; speaking of; concerning. We have plenty of bread, and as for butter, we have more than enough. 2. Speaking for. Most people like the summer but as for me, I like winter much better. Compare: FOR ONE’S PART....
18. Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)Thomas Jefferson, one of the American Presidents of the past, wasborn in Virginia in 1743. When he was 14 years old, his fatherdied and the young boy was left to choose for himself what to do. Jefferson studied literature and languages. He also studied to bea lawyer, and later he wrote many of the Virginia […]...
19. Значение идиомы come to terms[come to terms] {v. phr.} To reach an agreement. Management and the labor union came to terms about a new arrangement and a strike was prevented....
20. Перевод слова generalGeneral – общий, повсеместный, главный Перевод слова General meeting – общее собрание as a general rule – обычно, как правило general opinion – общее мнение The practice threatens to become General. Этот обычай грозит стать всеобщим. There was a General disposition to remain. Большинство хотело остаться. In General people like her. Обычно она людям нравится....
21. Перевод слова dictionaryDictionary – словарь Перевод слова Standard dictionary – нормативный словарь explanatory dictionary – толковый словарь bilingual dictionary – двуязычный словарь an encyclopedic dictionary – энциклопедический словарь I am in want of a good Dictionary. Мне нужен хороший словарь. Look it up in the Dictionary. Посмотри в словаре. She recommended me a good Dictionary. Она порекомендовала […]...
22. Значение идиомы far-out[far-out] {adj.} 1. Very far away; distant. Scientists areplanning rocket trips to the moon and far-out planets. 2. {informal}Very different from others; queer; odd, unusual. He enjoyed beingwith beatniks and other far-out people. Susan did not like some ofthe paintings at the art show because they were too far-out for her....
23. Speaking of spelling, here is a news bulletinSpeaking of spelling, here’s a news bulletin…….. The European Commission has just announced an agreement whereby English will be the official language of the EU rather than German, which was the other possibility. As part of the negotiations, Her Majesty’s Government conceded that English spelling had some room for improvement and has accepted a 5-year […]...
24. Holidays and Traditions in Russia and English-speaking Countries – Праздники и традиции в России и англоговорящих странахHolidays and Traditions in Russia and English-speaking Countries Every country has its national holidays, but there are also holidays that are common for many countries. New Year’s Day is the first holiday of each new year. In Russia it is the most popular holiday, but in Europe and America people pay more attention to Christmas. […]...
25. Значение идиомы pillar of society[pillar of society] {n. phr.} A leading figure who contributes tothe support and the well-being of his Her society; a person ofirreproachable character. Mrs. Brown, the director of our classicalsymphony fund, is a true pillar of society....
26. Перевод идиомы in general, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: in general Перевод: вообще, в общем Пример: In general, most of the people in our apartment are happy with the new manager. В общем, большинство жильцов нашего дома довольно новым менеджером....
27. Значение идиомы cut-and-dried[cut-and-dried] {adj. phr.} Decided or expected beforehand; following the same old line; doing the usual thing. The decision of the judge was cut-and-dried. The ways of the king’s court were cut-and-dried. People at the convention heard many cut-and-dried speeches....
28. Значение идиомы walking dictionary[walking dictionary] {n. phr.} A person highly knowledgeable inmatters of language use. If you want to know what “serendipity”means, ask my Uncle Fred. He is a professor of English and is also awalking dictionary....
29. Перевод идиомы come to terms with someone or something, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: come to terms with someone or something Перевод: договориться с кем-либо; принять что-либо; согласиться на что-либо Пример: We finally came to terms with the bank and were able to buy the house. Мы, наконец, договорились с банком и смогли купить дом....
30. Перевод идиомы on good terms (with someone), значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: on good terms (with someone) Перевод: быть в хороших, дружеских отношениях с кем-либо Пример: We have always been on good terms with our neighbors. Мы всегда были в хороших отношениях с нашими соседями....
31. Перевод слова societySociety – общество, общественный строй; объединение, организация Перевод слова Primitive society – первобытное общество secret society – тайный союз cementation of the society – объединение общества Royal Society – Королевское (научное) общество Language is the mirror of Society. Язык является отражением общественной жизни. A Society is an organic whole. Общество – это органичное целое. A […]...
32. Значение идиомы call to order[call to order] {v. phr.} 1. To open formally. The chairman called the committee to order. The president pounded with his gavel to call the convention to order. 2. To warn not to break the rules of a meeting. The judge called the people in the courtroom to order when they talked too loud....
33. Значение идиомы in general[in general ] {adv. phr.} Usually; very often. In general, mother makes good cookies. The weather in Florida is warm ingeneral. Compare: ON THE WHOLE....
34. Перевод слова AmericaAmerica – Америка Перевод слова Equinoctial America – экваториальная Америка on a visit to South America – во время посещения Южной Америки bank america – американский банк The idea came from America. Идея пришла из Америки. New-York is the gateway to America. Нью-Йорк – ворота в Америку....
35. Значение идиомы garbage down[garbage down] {v. phr.}, {slang} To eat eagerly and at great speedwithout much regard for manners or social convention. The childrengarbaged down their food....
36. Значение идиомы take a bow[take a bow] {v. phr.} To stand up or come on a stage to be clappedfor or praised for success. The audience shouted for the author ofthe play to take a bow. The basketball team should take a bow forfine work this season....
37. Значение идиомы in particular[in particular] {adv. phr.} In a way apart from others; more thanothers; particularly; especially. The speaker talked about sportsin general and about football In particular. All the boys playedwell and Bill in particular. Margaret liked all her classes, butshe liked sewing class in particular. Contrast: IN GENERAL....
38. Only in AmericaOnly in America…can a pizza get to your house faster than an ambulance… Only in America…are there handicap parking places in front of a skating rink… Only in America…do people order double cheese burgers, a large fry, and a diet coke… Only in America…do banks leave both doors open and then chain the pens to […]...
39. Значение идиомы out of order[out of order] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. In the wrong order; notcoming after one another in the right way. Peter wrote the words ofthe sentence out of order. Don’t get out of order, children. Stayin your places in line. Contrast: IN ORDER. 2. In poor condition; notworking properly. Our television set is out of […]...
40. Значение идиомы work over[work over] {v. phr.}, {slang} To beat someone up very roughly inorder to intimidate him or extort payment, etc. Matthew was workedover by the hoodlums in the park right after midnight....