Describir Cualidades - Utilidad y Valor

Domina los modismos en inglés sobre utilidad y valor, como 'muerto como un dodo' y 'que merece la pena'.

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better than nothing [Frase]

used to say that having a particular thing that is considered lesser or lower in quality or worth is more preferable than having nothing at all

Ex: The repair job was n't perfect , but it made my car drivable again , which was better than nothing .

like gold dust [Frase]

(of something valuable and desirable) extremely difficult to get, particularly due to a lot of people desiring it as well

Ex: Limited edition collectibles from that popular franchise are like gold dust among avid fans .

alive and (well|kicking) [Frase]

(of something) still successful, prosperous, or popular

Ex: Traditional craftsmanship is alive and well in this small town , with skilled artisans creating handmade products that are in high demand .

in hand [Frase]

used to refer to something that is almost ready and can be put to use when needed

Ex: The presentation slides are in hand , and the speaker is ready to deliver the talk .

treasure trove [Sustantivo]

tesoro

Ex: The antique shop turned out to be a treasure trove of unique and valuable items .

La tienda de antigüedades resultó ser un tesoro de artículos únicos y valiosos.

(as|) dead as a dodo [Frase]

not as popular or interesting as before

Ex: The old-fashioned gaming console is as dead as a dodo compared to the latest gaming platforms .

(as|) dead as mutton [Frase]

not functional or in general use anymore

Ex: The decrepit mansion had fallen into disrepair , its grandeur now dead as mutton , a relic of a bygone era .

out of date [Frase]

no longer useful or fashionable

Ex: The company 's marketing strategy needs to be revised as it is out of date and no longer effective in reaching the target audience .

ad hoc [Adjetivo]

ad hoc

Ex:

La empresa implementó una solución ad hoc para resolver el fallo técnico hasta que se pudiera implementar una solución permanente.

worth the candle [Frase]

(of an achievement) completely worth all the effort one puts in or all the trouble one goes through

Ex: She questioned whether pursuing a higher degree would be worth the candle , considering the time commitment and financial investment .

dead and (buried|gone) [Frase]

(of a thing) cannot happen or exist again in the future, due to being completely finished in the past

Ex: The old factory that had been a symbol of the town 's industrial past is now dead and gone , replaced by modern developments .

up to the mark [Frase]

good enough to meet a certain requirement or standard

Ex: The team 's effort was up to the mark , earning praise from the manager .

rough and ready [Frase]

simple but good enough to fulfill a particular need or purpose

Ex: His rough and ready attitude may come across as abrasive , but he is always reliable and gets things done .

mumbo jumbo [Sustantivo]

galimatías

Ex: The technical manual was full of jargon and mumbo jumbo , making it challenging for beginners to follow the instructions .

El manual técnico estaba lleno de jerga y de galimatías, lo que hacía difícil para los principiantes seguir las instrucciones.

crowning glory [Sustantivo]

la joya de la corona

Ex: The breathtaking view from the mountaintop is the crowning glory of the hiking trail , rewarding the hikers ' efforts .

La vista impresionante desde la cima de la montaña es la gloria suprema del sendero, recompensando los esfuerzos de los excursionistas.

(as|) useful as a chocolate teapot [Frase]

completely useless or ineffective for its intended purpose

Ex: The broken compass in their survival kit was as useful as a chocolate teapot when they were lost in the wilderness .

behind the times [Frase]

(of a thing) outdated or no longer relevant to current trends or technology

Ex: His insistence on using a typewriter instead of a computer highlights how he is behind the times in terms of technology .

old chestnut [Sustantivo]

un tema trillado

Ex: The movie relied on tired old chestnuts for its humor , lacking any original jokes .

La película dependió de viejos clichés para su humor, careciendo de chistes originales.

up to speed [Frase]

having reached the desired level of knowledge, understanding, or proficiency in a particular subject, skill, or task

Ex: A new firm not yet up to speed .

black gold [Frase]

used to describe petroleum or oil due to its immense value and economic significance

Ex: The geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East often revolve around control and access to black gold reserves .

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