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Popisování Kvalit - Popisování vlastností

Objevte, jak anglické idiomy jako "off the rails" a "a sight for sore eyes" souvisí s popisem vlastností v angličtině.

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English Idioms used to Describe Qualities
(as|) still as a stone

used to refer to a person or thing that is completely motionless

Ex: The child was so engrossed in the bedtime story that he lay in bed, as still as a stone, listening intently to every word.
(as|) heavy as lead

used to refer to someone or something that is very difficult to lift or move, due to being heavy

Ex: The backpack, filled with books and supplies, was heavy as lead, causing strain on her shoulders.
(as|) light as a feather

used to refer to someone or something that is very easy to lift and carry, due to having no considerable weight

Ex: As I let go of all my worries, I felt my mind becoming light as a feather, finding a sense of tranquility.
in the raw
in the raw
[fráze]

(of a thing) in its most natural or true state of existence

Ex: The musician performed the song in the raw, using only an acoustic guitar and her voice, creating an intimate and raw musical experience.
a sight for sore eyes

a person or thing that is very strange or unattractive in appearance

Ex: The actor's exaggerated makeup and over-the-top costume on stage were definitely a sight for sore eyes, distracting from the performance.
off the rails

used to say that something is extreme or exciting

Ex: The artist's latest series of paintings went off the rails with their vibrant colors and abstract shapes.
Old Harry
Old Harry
[Podstatné jméno]

the devil or any character that has similarities to it

Ďábel, Zlo

Ďábel, Zlo

Ex: In the dark corners of the forest , locals whispered of encounters with Old Harry, a sinister presence lurking in the shadows .V temných koutech lesa místní šeptali o setkáních se **Starým Harrym**, zlověstnou přítomností číhající ve stínech.
snail mail
snail mail
[Podstatné jméno]

mail that is delivered physically by the postal system as opposed to email and other electronic means

pošta, tradiční pošta

pošta, tradiční pošta

Ex: If you need to send something urgently , snail mail is not the best option .Pokud potřebujete něco naléhavě odeslat, **poštovní zásilka** není nejlepší volbou.
a bunch of fives

a person's fist

Ex: The angry mob surged towards the police officer, their hands transformed into threatening bunches of fives.
AWOL
AWOL
[Přídavné jméno]

referring to something that is stolen or not in its usual place

zmizelý, ukradený

zmizelý, ukradený

Ex: The diligent student 's homework assignments were consistently AWOL, leading to concerns about their academic performance .Domácí úkoly pilného studenta byly důsledně **nezvěstné**, což vedlo k obavám o jejich akademický výkon.
to [get] a hold of {sth}

to find a thing that one was searching for

Ex: After hours of searching, I was relieved to finally get a hold of the keys I thought I had lost.
to [lay|get] {one's} hands on {sth}

to succeed in obtaining something

Ex: After months of searching, I was thrilled to finally get my hands on the perfect wedding dress.
up for grabs
up for grabs
[fráze]

ready to be used or obtained

Ex: The leadership role in the community project is up for grabs, and interested individuals can express their interest.
to [go] spare
to go spare
[fráze]

to be available for use only due to being unwanted

Ex: If no one in the office wants the spare computer equipment, it will go spare and be donated to a local charity.
crystal clear
crystal clear
[Přídavné jméno]

(of an object) clear or thin enough for one to be able to see through it

křišťálově čistý,  průzračný

křišťálově čistý, průzračný

Ex: The photographer captured the landscape through a crystal-clear lens, highlighting the fine details of each mountain peak.Fotograf zachytil krajinu přes **křišťálově čistý** objektiv, čímž zvýraznil jemné detaily každého horského vrcholu.
old school
old school
[fráze]

adhering to traditional values, methods, or styles

Ex: The company maintains an old-school work environment, with a focus on face-to-face communication and traditional office practices.
knee-high to a grasshopper

extremely or unusually small in size or importance

Ex: When I first started working at the company, my opinion was considered knee-high to a grasshopper.No one took me seriously because of my lack of experience and seniority.
(as|) pretty as a picture

very appealing to the eyes

Ex: This charming cottage dates back to the 15th century and is as pretty as a picture, with its thatched roof and secluded garden.
(as|) silent as the grave

used to refer to a place that is completely silent or quiet, with no noise or sound at all

Ex: When the power went out during the night, the house became as silent as the grave, creating an eerie atmosphere.
(as|) American as apple pie

used of someone or something that is seen or considered very normal in America

Ex: The patriotic movie portrayed the protagonist as a character as American as apple pie, embodying values of freedom and resilience.
off the rails

used to say that something is not following the planned or expected course

Ex: The politician's campaign was expected to be a smooth ride, but it's been plagued by scandals and is now off the rails.
along the line of {sth}

in alignment with a specific path, course, or set of guidelines within a given context or framework

Ex: The organization will continue to innovate along the line of technological advancements, staying ahead of the competition.
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