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once upon a time
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robotic
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wheelchair
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comfort
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essential
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science fiction
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to exist
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state of the art
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senior citizen
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to estimate
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to decrease
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workforce
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shortage
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golden years
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breakdown
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command
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facial expression
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promising
once upon a time
fráze
uk flag
/wˈʌns əpˌɑːn ɐ tˈaɪm/
N/A

N/A

at a time in the past, often used to introduce a fairy tale or fictional story

example
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Once upon a time, a young prince lived in a faraway kingdom.
She began the bedtime story with, "Once upon a time, there was a brave knight."
What is "once upon a time"?

"Once upon a time" is a traditional phrase used at the beginning of a story, particularly fairy tales or folklore, to signal that the narrative is set in a time or place that is not specified and often magical or imaginary. This phrase sets the stage for storytelling by creating an atmosphere of timelessness and fantasy, inviting the audience into a world where extraordinary events can unfold.

robotic
Přídavné jméno
r
r
o
b
b
o
ɑ
t
t
i
ɪ
c
k
(mechanický)

(mechanický)

robotický

relating to or characteristic of robots, typically displaying automated or mechanical behavior

wheelchair
wheelchair
Podstatné jméno
wh
hw
ee
i
l
l
ch
ʧ
ai
ɛ
r
r
(vozík pro osoby se zdravotním postižením)

(vozík pro osoby se zdravotním postižením)

invalidní vozík

a chair with wheels that is designed particularly for the use of disabled persons

What is a "wheelchair"?

A wheelchair is a device used by people who have difficulty walking or moving around on their own, including a seat placed on wheels. Wheelchairs come in various types, including push wheelchairs that are pushed by the user or a caregiver, and electric wheelchairs that are powered by batteries and controlled using a handle or other methods. These devices provide essential movement and independence for individuals with disabilities or limited movement, allowing them to move around comfortably and participate in daily activities. Wheelchairs are designed with features such as adjustable seats, footrests, and brakes to ensure safety and comfort for the user.

comfort
comfort
Podstatné jméno
c
k
o
ə
m
m
f
f
o
ɜ
r
r
t
t
(pohoda)

(pohoda)

útěcha

a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings

essential
essential
Přídavné jméno
e
ɛ
ss
s
e
ɛ
n
n
t
ʃ
ia
ə
l
l
(nepostradatelný)

(nepostradatelný)

základní

very necessary for a particular purpose or situation

science fiction
science fiction
Podstatné jméno
uk flag
/ˈsaɪəns ˈfɪkʃən/
(sci-fi)

(sci-fi)

vědecko-fantastická literatura

books, movies, etc. about imaginary things based on science

What is "science fiction"?

Science fiction is a genre of film, television, or literature that explores imaginative ideas based on science and future technology. It often includes elements such as advanced technology, space travel, time travel, or life from other planets. The stories are set in worlds different from our own, often involving creative scenarios and inventions that go beyond current scientific knowledge. The goal of science fiction is to entertain and provoke thought by presenting interesting and inventive ideas about the future or alternative realities.

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Složené Podstatné Jméno
to exist
to exist
sloveso
e
ɪ
x
gz
i
ɪ
s
s
t
t
(žít)

(žít)

existovat

to have actual presence or reality, even if no one is thinking about it or noticing it

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Neprůchodný
state of the art
fráze
uk flag
/stˈeɪt ʌvðɪ ˈɑːɹt/
N/A

N/A

the latest or most advanced level of technology, design, or knowledge in a particular field

senior citizen
senior citizen
Podstatné jméno
uk flag
/sˈiːnjɚ sˈɪɾɪzən/
(starší občan)

(starší občan)

senior

an old person, especially someone who is retired

Gramatické Informace:

Složené Podstatné Jméno
to estimate
to estimate
sloveso
e
ɛ
s
s
t
t
i
ə
m
m
a
t
t
e
(vyčíslit)

(vyčíslit)

odhadnout

to guess the value, number, quantity, size, etc. of something without exact calculation

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Přechodný
to decrease
to decrease
sloveso
d
d
e
i
c
k
r
r
ea
i
s
s
e
(poklesnout)

(poklesnout)

snížit

to become less in amount, size, or degree

increase

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Neprůchodný
workforce
workforce
Podstatné jméno
w
w
o
ɜ
r
r
k
k
f
f
o
ɔ
r
r
c
s
e
(zaměstnanci)

(zaměstnanci)

pracovní síla

all the individuals who work in a particular company, industry, country, etc.

shortage
Podstatné jméno
sh
ʃ
o
ɔ
r
r
t
t
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
(chybění)

(chybění)

nedostatek

a lack of something needed, such as supplies, resources, or people

golden years
golden years
Podstatné jméno
uk flag
/ɡˈoʊldən jˈɪɹz/
(zlatá léta)

(zlatá léta)

zlaté roky

Idiom

a period of time in which someone no longer works due to old age

What is the origin of the idiom "golden years" and when to use it?

The phrase "golden years" was first used in Shakespeare's play "Henry V" in 1599, where it referred to the later years of someone's life. It is used to describe the later years of someone's life, typically from retirement age onwards.

Gramatické Informace:

Složené Podstatné Jméno
breakdown
Podstatné jméno
b
b
r
r
ea
k
k
d
d
o
a
w
ʊ
n
n
(porucha)

(porucha)

rozpad

a failure in the progress or effectiveness of a relationship or system

command
command
Podstatné jméno
c
k
o
ə
mm
m
a
æ
n
n
d
d
(rozkaz)

(rozkaz)

příkaz

an order, particularly given by someone in a position of authority

facial expression
Podstatné jméno
uk flag
/fˈeɪʃəl ɛkspɹˈɛʃən/
(facial expression)

(facial expression)

výraz obličeje

a way of communicating emotions or attitudes through movements and positions of the face, such as smiling, frowning, or raising eyebrows

Gramatické Informace:

Složené Podstatné Jméno
promising
Přídavné jméno
p
p
r
r
o
ɑ
m
m
i
ə
s
s
i
ɪ
n
n
g
g
N/A

N/A

indicating potential for success or positive outcomes

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