Значение идиомы wear the trousers

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1. Перевод идиомы wear the trousers, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear the trousers Перевод: быть хозяином в доме, верховодить в семье Пример: I don’t think there’s any doubt about who wears the trousers in their house. Думаю, нет никаких сомнений в том, кто хозяин в их доме....
2. Перевод идиомы wear the pants, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear the pants Идиома: wear the pants Перевод: быть хозяином в доме, верховодить в семье Пример: The woman is very strong and is the one who wears the pants in her family Эта женщина очень сильная, и она верховодит в своей семье....
3. Перевод слова trousersTrousers — брюки, штаны Перевод слова Skiing trousers — лыжные брюки to take off trousers — снимать брюки to wear trousers — носить брюки The Trousers are a bit on the small side. Эти брюки маловаты. The Trousers had patches all over them. Штаны были все в заплатках. I could cut your father’s Trousers down ... Читать далее...
4. Значение идиомы pants[pants] See: ANTS IN ONE’S PANTS, CATCH ONE WITH ONE’S PANTS DOWN, FANCY PANTS, FLY BY THE SEAT OF ONE’S PANTS, GET THE LEAD OUT OF ONE’spanTS, KICK IN THE PANTS, WEAR THE TROUSERS or WEAR THE PANTS....
5. Значение идиомы wear well[wear well] {v.} 1. To continue to be satisfactory, useful, orliked for a long time. My old overcoat has worn very well. Their marriage has worn well. That author wears well. Compare:STAND UP. 2. To carry, accept, or treat properly or well. Grandfather wears his years well. Tommy has won many honors buthe wears them ... Читать далее...
6. Значение идиомы wear thin[wear thin] {v.} 1. To become thin from use, wearing, or thepassing of time. My old pair of pants has worn thin at the knees. This old dime has worn very thin. 2. To grow less, or lessinteresting; decrease. The joke began to wear thin when you heardit too many times. The teacher’s patience began ... Читать далее...
7. Значение идиомы have something going for one[have something going for one] {v. phr.}, {slang}, {informal} Tohave ability, talent; good looks, and Or influence in important placeshelping one to be successful. Well now, Pat Jones, that’s anotherstory — she’s got something going for her....
8. On their honeymoon nightOn their honeymoon night, the burly groom took off his pants and asked his bride to put them on. The waist alone was twice her body. She said, «I can’t wear your pants.» «That’s right,» intoned the groom, «And don’t you forget it. I’m the one who wears the pants in the family.» The bride ... Читать далее...
9. Значение идиомы wear on[wear on] {v.} 1. To anger or annoy; tire. Having to stayindoors all day long is tiresome for the children and wears on theirmother’s nerves. 2. To drag on; pass gradually or slowly; continue inthe same old way. Johnny tried to wait up for Santa Claus but asthe night wore on, he couldn’t keep his ... Читать далее...
10. Перевод идиомы wear more than one hat, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear more than one hat Перевод: иметь более одной обязанности, работать по совместительству Пример: Our teacher wears more than one hat and is the head of the school board as well as the coach of the swim team. Наш учитель также по совместительству выполняет обязанности директора школы, а также тренера нашей команды по плаванию....
11. Значение идиомы wear one’s heart on one’s sleeve[wear one’s heart on one’s sleeve] also [pin one’s heart on one’ssleeve] {v. phr.} To show your feelings openly; show everyone how youfeel; not hide your feelings. She wears her heart on her sleeve. It’s easy to see if she is sad or happy. Sometimes it is betternot to pin your heart on your sleeve. ... Читать далее...
12. Значение идиомы wash and wear[wash and wear] {adj.} Not needing to be ironed. — Refersespecially to synthetic and synthetic blend fabrics. Dick boughtthree wash and wear shirts to take on his trip. Sally’s dress ismade of a wash and wear fabric....
13. Wear your collar backwardsJohnny is walking along and a priest is coming the other way. Johnny says, «Hey, mister, why are you wearing your collar backwards?» The priest says, «Because I’m a father.» Johnny says, «Yeah? Well, my old man’s got three kids and he don’t wear his collar backwards.» The priest says «You don’t understand, son. I ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод слова wearWear — носить, быть одетым Перевод слова To wear the brand of a traitor — носить клеймо предателя to wear a charm against evil spirits — носить амулет, защищающий от злых духов to wear a parachute — надевать парашют What size do you Wear? Какой размер вы носите? What should I Wear today? Что мне ... Читать далее...
15. Значение идиомы wear out[wear out] {v.} 1a. To use or wear until useless. Bobby got atoy truck that would run on a battery, and he used it so much that hesoon wore it out. The stockings are so worn out that they can’t bemended any more. Compare: GIVE OUT, USE UP. 1b. To become uselessfrom use or wear. ... Читать далее...
16. Значение идиомы wear out one’s welcome[wear out one’s welcome] {v. phr.}, {informal} To visit somewheretoo long or come back too often so that you are not welcome any more. The Smith children have worn out their welcome at our house becausethey never want to go home. This hot weather has worn out itswelcome with us....
17. Jones came into the office an hour late for the third timeJones came into the office an hour late for the third time in one week and found the boss waiting for him. «What’s the story this time, Jones?» he asked sarcastically. «Let’s hear a good excuse for a change.» Jones sighed, «Everything went wrong this morning, Boss. The wife decided to drive me to the ... Читать далее...
18. Перевод идиомы wear one’s heart on one’s sleeve, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear one’s heart on one’s sleeve Перевод: не уметь скрывать своих чувств Пример: He was wearing his heart on his sleeve after the meeting with his boss. Он не мог скрыть своих чувств после встречи с начальником....
19. Значение идиомы wear down[wear down], [wear off] or [wear away] {v.} 1. To remove ordisappear little by little through use, time, or the action ofweather. Time and weather have worn off the name on thegravestone. The eraser has worn off my pencil. The grass hasworn away from the path near the house. 2. To lessen; become lesslittle by ... Читать далее...
20. Перевод идиомы wear thin, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear thin Перевод: 1. истончаться, становиться тонким; 2. истощаться, кончаться, иссякать Пример: The silver dollar began to wear thin after it was in use for many years. Серебряный доллар становился все тоньше после того, как им пользовались уже много лет. After a long wait in the line, his patience began to wear thin and ... Читать далее...
21. Перевод идиомы wear and tear, значение выражения и пример использованияИдиома: wear and tear Перевод: износ, изнашивание Пример: They put a lot of wear and tear on their car during their long holiday. Их машина сильно износилась во время их длительного отпуска....
22. Значение идиомы if the shoe fits, wear it[if the shoe fits, wear it] If what is said describes you, you aremeant. — A proverb. I won’t say who, but some children are alwayslate. If the shoe fits, Wear it....
23. Значение идиомы worse for wear[worse for wear] {adj. phr.} Not as good as new; worn out; damagedby use. — Used with «the». Her favorite tablecloth was beginning tolook the worse for wear. — Often used with «none» to mean: as good asnew. The doll was Mary’s favorite toy but it was none the worse forwear....
24. A henpecked husbandA henpecked husband was advised by a psychiatrist to assert himself. «You don’t have to let your wife bully you,» he said. «Go home and show her you’re the boss.» The husband decided to take the doctor’s advice. He went home, slammed the door, shook his fist in his wife’s face, and growled, «From now ... Читать далее...
25. Значение идиомы fancy pants[fancy pants] {n.}, {slang} A man or boy who wears clothes that aretoo nice or acts like a woman or girl; sissy. The first time theysaw him in his new band uniform, they yelled «Hey, fancy pants, whatare you doing in your sister’s slacks?»...
26. Значение идиомы take after[take after] {v.} To be like because of family relationship; tohave the same looks or ways as. He takesafter his father in mathematical ability. She takes after herfather’s side of the family in looks. Compare: LIKE FATHER, LIKE SON;RUN IN THE FAMILY....
27. Значение идиомы take it easy[take it easy] {v. phr.}, {informal} 1. or [go easy] or [takethings easy] To go or act slowly, carefully, and gently. — Often usedwith «on». Take it easy. The roads are icy. «Go easy,» saidBilly to the other boys carrying the table down the stairs. «Takeit easy on John and don’t scold him too much,» ... Читать далее...
28. Фразовый глагол wear off — перевод и значение, пример использованияФразовый глагол: wear off Перевод: проходить, перестать действовать, исчезать Пример: The affects of the medicine will wear off after a few hours. Лекарство перестанет действовать через несколько часов....
29. Значение идиомы wear blinders[wear blinders] or [blinkers] {v. phr.} To refuse or be unable toconsider alternative ways of thinking or acting. Anybody whodisputes the importance of learning languages is wearing blinders....
30. Значение идиомы have something on[have something on] {v. phr.}, {informal} To have information orproof that someone did something wrong. Mr. Jones didn’t want torun for office because he knew the opponents had something on him. Mr. Smith keeps paying blackmail to a man who has something on him. Although Miss Brown is not a good worker, her boss does ... Читать далее...
31. Пословица / поговорка if the shoe fits wear it — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: if the shoe fits wear it Пословица / поговорка: if the shoe fits wear it Перевод: принимаете на свой счет — значит, есть основание Эквивалент в русском языке: на воре шапка горит Пример: You should not criticize someone for something that you do yourself. Remember that if the shoe fits wear it. ... Читать далее...
32. Значение идиомы head up[head up] {v.}, {informal} 1. To be at the head or front of. Theelephants headed up the whole parade. 2. To be the leader or boss of. Mr. Jones will head up the new business. The class planned acandy sale, and they elected Mary to head it up....
33. Значение идиомы cut offs[cut offs] {n.}, {colloquial} Pants cut to the length of shorts and usually left unhemmed so as to look old and worn, e. g., considered cool and elegant. Jack always wears cut-offs during the summer....
34. Значение идиомы call on the carpet[call on the carpet] {v. phr.}, {informal} To call before an authority for a scolding or reprimand. The worker was called on the carpet by the boss for sleeping on the job. The principal called Tom on the carpet and warned him to stop coming to school late....
35. Значение идиомы spill the beans[spill the beans] {v. phr.}, {informal} To tell a secret to someonewho is not supposed to know about it. John’s friends were going tohave a surprise party for him, but Tom spilled the beans. Compare:GIVE AWAY, LET THE CAT OUT OF THE BAG, TELL TALES OUT OF SCHOOL....
36. Пословица / поговорка if the cap fits wear it — перевод и значение, пример использованияПословица / поговорка: if the cap fits wear it Перевод: принимаете на свой счет — значит, есть основание Эквивалент в русском языке: на воре шапка горит Пример: The girl criticized her friend for borrowing money. However, she herself always borrowed money so she should remember that if the cap fits wear it. Девушка осуждала свою ... Читать далее...
37. Without a Christmas bonusTen signs you’re not getting a christmas bonus 10. Co-workers refer to you as «the ghost of unemployment future» 9. The last time you saw your boss was when he testified against you at the embezzlement trial 8. On your door, you find a lovely wreath of pink slips 7. What you call «my new ... Читать далее...
38. Перевод слова householdHousehold — домашнее хозяйство, семейство, дом, бытовой Перевод слова The master of the household — хозяин дома, глава семьи household cares — домашние заботы household goods — хозяйственные товары household management — домоводство We discussed our Household budget Мы обсудили наш семейный бюджет. Computers have become Household toys. Компьютеры стали домашним развлечением. Bleach kills Household ... Читать далее...
39. Значение идиомы rule the roost[rule the roost] {v. phr.}, {informal} To be leader or boss; be incharge. Jim is very bossy; he always wants to rule the roost. Who rules the roost in the Smith’s house? Compare: WEAR THETROUSERS....
40. Значение идиомы catch with one’s pants down[catch with one’s pants down] {v. phr.}, {slang} To surprise someone in an embarrassing position or guilty act. They thought they could succeed in the robbery, but they got caught with their pants down. When the weather turned hot in May, the drive-in restaurant was caught with its pants down, and ran out of ice ... Читать далее...