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Kniha Insight - Pokročilý - Jednotka 7 - 7D

Zde najdete slovní zásobu z jednotky 7 - 7D v učebnici Insight Advanced, jako je "flamboyance", "hold the floor", "gleaming" atd.

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Insight - Advanced
unconventional
[Přídavné jméno]

not following established customs or norms

nekonvenční, netradiční

nekonvenční, netradiční

Ex: His unconventional lifestyle choices often led to interesting conversations at social gatherings .Jeho **nekonvenční** volby životního stylu často vedly k zajímavým rozhovorům na společenských setkáních.
swishy
[Přídavné jméno]

making a soft, rustling sound when moving

šustivý, šepotavý

šustivý, šepotavý

Ex: She loved the soughing noise of the silk fabric as she moved.Milovala **šustivý** zvuk hedvábné látky, když se pohybovala.
gleaming
[Přídavné jméno]

shining or reflecting light in a bright way

lesklý, zářivý

lesklý, zářivý

Ex: The freshly waxed floors were gleaming, making the room appear larger and brighter.Čerstvě voskované podlahy **zářily**, což místnost činilo větší a světlejší.
haphazard
[Přídavné jméno]

with no particular order and planning

nepořádný, náhodný

nepořádný, náhodný

Ex: The garden looked haphazard, with flowers and weeds growing wildly.Zahrada vypadala **nepořádně**, s květinami a plevelem rostoucím divoce.
flamboyance
[Podstatné jméno]

a showy and confident display of style or behavior, often characterized by boldness, colorfulness, and extravagance

okázalost, extravagance

okázalost, extravagance

Ex: The artist 's flamboyance was evident in every piece of his work .Umělcova **okázalost** byla zřejmá v každém kousku jeho práce.
asymmetry
[Podstatné jméno]

(geometry) a lack of symmetry or equivalence in shape or size between the two sides or parts of something

asymetrie

asymetrie

Ex: Studying asymmetry helps in understanding how shapes differ from being perfectly symmetrical .Studium **asymetrie** pomáhá pochopit, jak se tvary liší od dokonale symetrických.
multifaceted
[Přídavné jméno]

having many different aspects or features

mnohostranný, všestranný

mnohostranný, všestranný

Ex: The city is known for its multifaceted culture , blending traditions from around the world .Město je známé svou **mnohostrannou** kulturou, která míchá tradice z celého světa.
underachiever
[Podstatné jméno]

a person who consistently performs below their potential or fails to meet expected standards or goals

underachiever, žák s obtížemi

underachiever, žák s obtížemi

Ex: Her grades made her appear as an underachiever, but she was improving .Její známky ji učinily **podprůměrnou**, ale zlepšovala se.
postwar
[Přídavné jméno]

referring to the period or the things existing or happening after a war has ended

poválečný, po válce

poválečný, po válce

Ex: Many cities underwent major reconstruction during the postwar years .Mnoho měst prošlo velkou rekonstrukcí během **poválečných** let.
democratic
[Přídavné jméno]

related to or characteristic of a system of government where power comes from the people through free elections and respects individual rights

demokratický, související s demokracií

demokratický, související s demokracií

Ex: The democratic system fosters civic engagement and encourages active participation in public affairs .**Demokratický** systém podporuje občanskou angažovanost a povzbuzuje aktivní účast na veřejných záležitostech.
subway
[Podstatné jméno]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

metro, podzemní

metro, podzemní

Ex: There are designated seats for elderly and pregnant passengers on the subway.V **metru** jsou vyhrazená místa pro starší a těhotné cestující.
backdrop
[Podstatné jméno]

a piece of painted cloth that is hung at the back of a theater stage as part of the scenery

pozadí, kulisy

pozadí, kulisy

Ex: The backdrop added depth and dimension to the stage , enhancing the overall visual impact of the production .**Pozadí** dodalo jevišti hloubku a rozměr, čímž zvýšilo celkový vizuální dopad produkce.
to predate
[sloveso]

to exist or occur at an earlier time than something else

předcházet, existovat dříve

předcházet, existovat dříve

Ex: Early forms of currency predate modern monetary systems.Rané formy měny **předcházejí** moderním měnovým systémům.
monorail
[Podstatné jméno]

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

monorail, jednokolejná dráha

monorail, jednokolejná dráha

Ex: Engineers praised the monorail for its minimal footprint and environmentally friendly design compared to traditional rail systems .Inženýři chválili **monorail** za jeho minimální stopu a ekologický design ve srovnání s tradičními železničními systémy.

in a manner that is done secretly or subtly, often to achieve a desired result without drawing much attention

Ex: The team won the championship by recruiting talented players through the back door, bypassing official tryouts.
glass ceiling
[Podstatné jméno]

an invisible barrier or limitation that prevents certain groups, particularly women or minority individuals, from advancing to higher positions or achieving higher levels of success in a professional or organizational context

skleněný strop, neviditelná bariéra

skleněný strop, neviditelná bariéra

Ex: In the past , women and minorities encountered significant barriers due to the glass ceiling, hindering their professional growth and advancement .V minulosti ženy a menšiny narazily na významné překážky kvůli **skleněnému stropu**, což bránilo jejich profesnímu růstu a postupu.

to make someone extremely angry

Ex: Her sibling 's habit of playing loud music late at night driving her up the wall and affecting her sleep .

to become extremely angry with someone or something

Ex: I am worried that she hit the ceiling when she learns about the surprise party we planned for her .

something, such as a book, move clip, etc., that provides one with information about a variety of people, places, events, or things that one cannot physically interact with or experience

Ex: Traveling is like a window to the world; you learn so much about different cultures and ways of life .

(of a quality, idea, or principle) to not longer exist or be forgotten

Ex: In the excitement of the moment , their careful planning for the went out the window.

to be brave or sociable enough to deliver a lengthy public speech without allowing any interruption

Ex: During the town hall meeting, community members were given the opportunity to hold the floor and share their perspectives on the proposed changes to local zoning laws.

to completely beat someone in an argument or competition, particularly in a humiliating way

Ex: The reigning champion wiped the floor with his opponent in the tennis match.

to go out onto a dance floor and start dancing

Ex: During the salsa class , participants were encouraged take the floor and practice their moves .

to perform or entertain in a way that causes the audience to react with extreme enthusiasm, such as by applauding loudly or cheering

Ex: Her heartfelt acceptance speech brought the house down.
on the house
[fráze]

used to refer to something, particularly a drink, offered for free by a restaurant, bar, or other establishment, usually as a gesture of hospitality or good will

to improve a situation or one's behavior for better results

Ex: The recent college graduate realized she needed to set her house in order before taking on a challenging new job - that meant creating budgets, meal plans, and schedules to get organized and prepared.

used to describe a situation or activity that is developing with great intensity, speed, and success

Ex: The team played with such energy and coordination that they dominated the match, winning like a house on fire.

to establish the basic principles or groundwork needed for the development of something more complex or substantial in the future

Ex: What is stressed rather is that the same phenomenon provides the foundation for both historical tendencies.
to go around
[sloveso]

to be sufficient or available for a particular purpose or need

stačit, být k dispozici

stačit, být k dispozici

Ex: We have plenty of food to go around for all the guests at the party .Máme spoustu jídla, aby **vystačilo** pro všechny hosty na večírku.

to experience a sudden and significant decline in one's emotional state, confidence, financial situation, etc.

Ex: With the unexpected drop in demand , the value of the collectibles went through the floor, leaving many investors in a precarious position .

used to say that someone has been involved in something from its early stages

Ex: If you want to influence the direction of the project , make sure to in on the ground floor to contribute your ideas from the beginning .
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