1-
long story
2-
coincidence
3-
incredible
4-
toward
5-
novelist
6-
to release
7-
bunch
8-
to attach
9-
to reply
10-
to spill
11-
fortunately
12-
flat tire
13-
coincidently
14-
luckily
15-
miraculously
16-
sadly
17-
strangely
18-
suddenly
19-
deaf
20-
to break down
21-
silence
22-
either
23-
disability
24-
nightmare
25-
lately
26-
obviously
27-
powerful
28-
to audition
29-
to encourage
Long story
[ Citoslovce ]
uk flag
/lˈɑːŋ stˈoːɹi/
(dlouhý příběh)

(dlouhý příběh)

dlouhá historie

Idiom
Informal

a thorough explanation of how something happened

example
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I got lost on my way here, but long story short, I finally made it.
She borrowed my car and, long story, it ended up needing major repairs.
What is the origin of the idiom "long story" and when to use it?

The idiom "long story" is an informal expression that has evolved over time to indicate a complex or time-consuming narrative. Its origin lies in the tendency of individuals to preface or follow up a detailed account with the phrase "long story" to warn listeners that the explanation may take a considerable amount of time. This idiom is a colloquial way of signaling that there is more information than can be conveniently conveyed in a brief or succinct manner.

Coincidence
[ Podstatné jméno ]
c
k
oi
oʊɪ
n
n
c
s
i
ɪ
d
d
e
ə
n
n
c
s
e
(shoda okolností)

(shoda okolností)

náhoda

a situation in which two things happen simultaneously by chance that is considered unusual

incredible
Incredible
[ Přídavné jméno ]
i
ɪ
n
n
c
k
r
r
e
ɛ
d
d
i
ə
b
b
ə
l
l
e
(ohromný)

(ohromný)

neuvěřitelný

extremely great or large

Toward
[ předložka ]
t
t
o
ə
w
w
a
ɔ:
r
r
d
d
(směrem k)

(směrem k)

k

in the direction of a particular person or thing

novelist
Novelist
[ Podstatné jméno ]
n
n
o
ɑ:
v
v
e
ə
l
l
i
ə
s
s
t
t
(spisovatel)

(spisovatel)

novelista

a writer who explores characters, events, and themes in depth through long narrative stories, particularly novels

Who is a "novelist"?

A novelist is a writer who creates long works of fiction, typically in the form of novels, which are extended narratives that explore characters, plots, and themes in depth. A novelist crafts stories that can range from realistic portrayals of life to imaginative tales, using their skills in storytelling, character development, and plot construction to engage readers.

to release
To release
[ sloveso ]
r
r
e
i
l
l
ea
i:
s
s
e
(uvolnit)

(uvolnit)

pustit

to let go of something being held

hold

Gramatické Informace:

Přechodný
bunch
Bunch
[ Podstatné jméno ]
b
b
u
ʌ
n
n
ch
ʧ
(skupina)

(skupina)

parta

a group of people, often with something in common

to attach
To attach
[ sloveso ]
a
ə
tt
t
a
æ
ch
ʧ
(připevnit)

(připevnit)

připojit

to physically connect or fasten something to another thing

detach

Gramatické Informace:

ditransitive
to reply
To reply
[ sloveso ]
r
r
e
ɪ
p
p
l
l
y
(reagovat)

(reagovat)

odpovědět

to answer someone by writing or saying something

Gramatické Informace:

Přechodný
to spill
To spill
[ sloveso ]
s
s
p
p
i
ɪ
ll
l
(rozlít)

(rozlít)

vylít

to accidentally cause a liquid or substance to flow out of its container or onto a surface

Gramatické Informace:

Přechodný
Fortunately
[ Příslovce ]
f
f
o
ɔ:
r
r
t
ʧ
u
ə
n
n
a
ə
t
t
e
l
l
y
i
(Bohudík)

(Bohudík)

Naštěstí

used to express that something positive or favorable has happened or is happening by chance

unfortunately

Gramatické Informace:

Příslovce Způsobu
flat tire
Flat tire
[ Podstatné jméno ]
uk flag
/flˈæt tˈaɪɚ/
(prázdná pneumatika)

(prázdná pneumatika)

defekt

a tire of a car, bike, etc. that has been deflated

What is a "flat tire"?

A flat tire refers to a tire that has lost air pressure, usually due to a puncture, leak, or damage. When a tire is flat, it becomes unable to properly support the weight of the vehicle, making it difficult or impossible to drive safely. This condition can cause the vehicle to handle poorly, and in some cases, it can lead to further damage if not addressed. A flat tire often requires repair or replacement to restore the vehicle's ability to drive properly.

Gramatické Informace:

Složené Podstatné Jméno
Coincidently
[ Příslovce ]
uk flag
/koʊˈɪnsɪdəntli/
(současně)

(současně)

náhodně

in a way that happens at the same time as something else

Luckily
[ Příslovce ]
l
l
u
ʌ
ck
k
i
ə
l
l
y
i
(šťastně)

(šťastně)

naštěstí

used to express that a positive outcome or situation occurred by chance

unfortunately

Gramatické Informace:

Tázací Příslovce
Miraculously
[ Příslovce ]
m
m
i
ə
r
r
a
æ
c
k
u
j
ə
l
l
ou
ə
s
s
l
l
y
i
(nečekaně)

(nečekaně)

zázračně

in an unexpected manner that resembles a miracle

Gramatické Informace:

Příslovce Způsobu
sadly
Sadly
[ Příslovce ]
s
s
a
æ
d
d
l
l
y
i
(žalostně)

(žalostně)

smutně

in a sorrowful or regretful manner

happily

Gramatické Informace:

Nesrovnatelný
Příslovce Způsobu
strangely
Strangely
[ Příslovce ]
s
s
t
t
r
r
a
n
n
g
ʤ
e
l
l
y
i
(zvláštně)

(zvláštně)

podivně

in a manner that is unusual or unexpected

Gramatické Informace:

Příslovce Způsobu
suddenly
Suddenly
[ Příslovce ]
s
s
u
ʌ
dd
d
e
ə
n
n
l
l
y
i
(poté co)

(poté co)

náhle

in a way that is quick and unexpected

Gramatické Informace:

Nesrovnatelný
Příslovce Způsobu
deaf
Deaf
[ Přídavné jméno ]
d
d
ea
ɛ
f
f
(neslyšící)

(neslyšící)

hluchý

partly or completely unable to hear

hearing(a)
to break down
To break down
[ sloveso ]
uk flag
/bɹˈeɪk dˈaʊn/
(zhavarovat)

(zhavarovat)

porouchat se

(of a machine or vehicle) to stop working as a result of a malfunction

Gramatické Informace:

Frázový Stav
inseparable
sloveso fráze
break
částice fráze
down
silence
Silence
[ Podstatné jméno ]
s
s
i
l
l
e
ə
n
n
c
s
e
(mlčení)

(mlčení)

ticho

the absence of sound or noise, often creating a peaceful or uncomfortable atmosphere

Either
[ Příslovce ]
ei
i:
th
ð
e
ə
r
r
(také ne)

(také ne)

ani

used after negative statements to indicate a similarity between two situations or feelings

Gramatické Informace:

Spojovací Příslovce
disability
Disability
[ Podstatné jméno ]
d
d
i
ɪ
s
s
a
ə
b
b
i
ɪ
l
l
i
ɪ
t
t
y
i
(handicap)

(handicap)

postižení

a physical or mental condition that prevents a person from using some part of their body completely or learning something easily

What is a "disability"?

A disability is a physical, mental, sensory, or developmental condition that may limit a person's ability to perform certain tasks, participate in activities, or interact with their environment in the same way as others. Disabilities can vary widely in nature and seriousness, and they can appear from birth or later in life due to injury, illness, or other factors. People with disabilities may face challenges in areas such as movement, communication, learning, or daily living activities. However, with appropriate support, accommodations, and access to resources, individuals with disabilities can lead independent and fulfilling lives. It is important to promote acceptance and remove barriers to make sure of equal opportunities and participation for people with disabilities in all aspects of society.

Nightmare
[ Podstatné jméno ]
n
n
i
gh
t
t
m
m
a
ɛ
r
r
e
(krutý sen)

(krutý sen)

noční můra

a very scary, unpleasant, or disturbing dream

lately
Lately
[ Příslovce ]
l
l
a
t
t
e
l
l
y
i
(v poslední době)

(v poslední době)

nedávno

in the recent period of time

Gramatické Informace:

Příslovce Času
obviously
Obviously
[ Příslovce ]
o
ɑ:
b
b
v
v
iou
s
s
l
l
y
i
(očividně)

(očividně)

zřejmě

in a way that is easily understandable or noticeable

Gramatické Informace:

Příslovce Stupně
powerful
Powerful
[ Přídavné jméno ]
p
p
o
a
w
ʊ
e
ə
r
r
f
f
u
ə
l
l
(mocný)

(mocný)

silný

possessing great strength or force

powerless
To audition
[ sloveso ]
au
ɑ
d
d
i
ɪ
t
ʃ
io
ə
n
n
(zkoušet)

(zkoušet)

předvést

to give a short performance in order to get a role in a movie, play, show, etc.

to encourage
To encourage
[ sloveso ]
e
ɛ
n
n
c
k
ou
ɜ
r
r
a
ɪ
g
ʤ
e
(povzbuzovat)

(povzbuzovat)

podporovat

to provide someone with support, hope, or confidence

discourage

Gramatické Informace:

Přechodný

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