Popisování Kvalit - Užitečnost a Hodnota

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better than nothing [fráze]

used to say that having a particular thing that is considered lesser or lower in quality or worth is more preferable than having nothing at all

Ex: The repair job was n't perfect , but it made my car drivable again , which was better than nothing .

like gold dust [fráze]

(of something valuable and desirable) extremely difficult to get, particularly due to a lot of people desiring it as well

Ex: Limited edition collectibles from that popular franchise are like gold dust among avid fans .

alive and (well|kicking) [fráze]

(of something) still successful, prosperous, or popular

Ex: Despite the challenges faced by the traditional music industry , vinyl records are alive and kicking , experiencing a resurgence in popularity among audiophiles and collectors .

in hand [fráze]

used to refer to something that is almost ready and can be put to use when needed

Ex: The presentation slides are in hand , and the speaker is ready to deliver the talk .

treasure trove [Podstatné jméno]

poklad

Ex: The antique shop turned out to be a treasure trove of unique and valuable items .

Obchod se starožitnostmi se ukázal být pokladnicí unikátních a cenných předmětů.

(as|) dead as a dodo [fráze]

not as popular or interesting as before

Ex: The old-fashioned gaming console is as dead as a dodo compared to the latest gaming platforms .

(as|) dead as mutton [fráze]

not functional or in general use anymore

Ex: After years of neglect , the old factory was now dead as mutton , with broken machinery and empty halls .

out of date [fráze]

no longer useful or fashionable

Ex: The company 's marketing strategy needs to be revised as it is out of date and no longer effective in reaching the target audience .

ad hoc [Přídavné jméno]

ad hoc

Ex:

Společnost implementovala ad hoc řešení k vyřešení technické závady, dokud nebylo možné implementovat trvalou opravu.

worth the candle [fráze]

(of an achievement) completely worth all the effort one puts in or all the trouble one goes through

Ex: She questioned whether pursuing a higher degree would be worth the candle , considering the time commitment and financial investment .

dead and (buried|gone) [fráze]

(of a thing) cannot happen or exist again in the future, due to being completely finished in the past

Ex: The old factory that had been a symbol of the town 's industrial past is now dead and gone , replaced by modern developments .

up to the mark [fráze]

good enough to meet a certain requirement or standard

Ex: The restaurant 's service was up to the mark , but the food needed improvement .

rough and ready [fráze]

simple but good enough to fulfill a particular need or purpose

Ex: His rough and ready attitude may come across as abrasive , but he is always reliable and gets things done .

mumbo jumbo [Podstatné jméno]

žvást

Ex: The technical manual was full of jargon and mumbo jumbo , making it challenging for beginners to follow the instructions .

Technická příručka byla plná žargonu a nesmyslů, což začátečníkům ztěžovalo sledování pokynů.

crowning glory [Podstatné jméno]

korunovační klenot

Ex: The breathtaking view from the mountaintop is the crowning glory of the hiking trail , rewarding the hikers ' efforts .

Dechberoucí výhled z vrcholu hory je korunním klenotem turistické stezky, odměňujícím úsilí turistů.

(as|) useful as a chocolate teapot [fráze]

completely useless or ineffective for its intended purpose

Ex: The broken compass in their survival kit was as useful as a chocolate teapot when they were lost in the wilderness .

behind the times [fráze]

(of a thing) outdated or no longer relevant to current trends or technology

Ex: His choice of music shows that he is behind the times , still listening to artists from decades ago .

old chestnut [Podstatné jméno]

starý vtip

Ex: The movie relied on tired old chestnuts for its humor , lacking any original jokes .

Film spoléhal na ohranulé vtipy pro svůj humor, postrádal originální vtipy.

up to speed [fráze]

having reached the desired level of knowledge, understanding, or proficiency in a particular subject, skill, or task

Ex: A new firm not yet up to speed .

black gold [fráze]

used to describe petroleum or oil due to its immense value and economic significance

Ex: The geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East often revolve around control and access to black gold reserves .

Popisování Kvalit
Dobrá kvalita nebo stav	Špatná kvalita nebo stav	Nudné nebo Zajímavé	Comparison
Podobný nebo Nepodobný	Pořádek a Čistota	Staré & Nové Věci	Tvar, Barva & Textura
Místo & Pozice	Umístění a umístění	Kompatibilita a nekompatibilita	Vhodnost a Nevhodnost
Užitečnost a Hodnota	Nature	Vozidla	Popisování vlastností