Éxito - Advantage

Descubre cómo los modismos en inglés como "estar sentado cómodamente" y "más vale pájaro en mano" se relacionan con las ventajas en inglés.

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to [make] {sth} worth {one's} [while|time] [Frase]

to make sure that something benefits one instead of just wasting one's time

Ex: By next year, I will have put in a lot of effort towards my goals, but achieving them will make it worth my time.

to [do] {sb} (the|a) world of good [Frase]

to make effort to make someone feel happier or healthier

Ex: After struggling with depression for years , taking up a new hobby like painting might do Jane a world of good .

[friend] (at|in) court [Frase]

an acquaintance of one with great power or influence that can advance one's interests

Ex: If the company faces legal trouble , having a friend at court with the judge could make a significant difference in the outcome .

friends in high places [Frase]

one's acquaintances who possess great influence and are willing to help one get out of trouble or achieve what one desires

Ex: As a rising star in the industry , Jane is building relationships with executives to have friends in high places for future opportunities .

a bird in the hand [Frase]

Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando

Ex: Although the investment opportunity seemed risky , Jack chose to invest as he believed that a bird in the hand was worth taking the chance .

to [have] something going (on|) for {sb} [Frase]

to possess positive qualities or advantages that increase the likelihood of success or achievement in a particular area or situation

Ex:

to [ride] (a|the) wave of {sth} [Frase]

to enjoy or benefit from a period of sudden success that something has brought

Ex:

to [be] better off [Frase]

to find oneself in a better condition or situation

Ex: She knew she was better off after making healthier lifestyle choices .

to [do] {sb} (any|) good [Frase]

to benefit one or improve one's situation in a variety of ways

Ex:

to [be] sitting pretty [Frase]

to be in an advantageous or favorable position, particularly financially

Ex: After winning the lottery , the couple was sitting pretty and could afford to buy their dream home .

to [put] {sth} to work [Frase]

to use something, such as one's skills, possessions, etc.

Ex: John is putting his new camera to work by taking photos of his travels and sharing them on social media .

Éxito
Success	Oportunidades	El camino al éxito	Lograr el éxito
Personas y cosas exitosas	Improvement	Impulso y Mejora	Fame
Power	Victory	Advantage	Beneficio & Mérito