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animal
[melléknév]

marked by the appetites and passions of the body

állati, testi

állati, testi

to have a hard time staying calm due to being extremely nervous or excited about something

Ex: They were full of ants in their pants as they anxiously waited for the winner to be announced.
antsy
[melléknév]

having a fidgety feeling caused by nervousness

Ex: The long silence made everyone in the room a little antsy.
to go ape
[kifejezés]

to become extremely excited or enthusiastic about something

Ex: When the band started playing their favorite song , the went ape, dancing and cheering with uncontainable excitement .
to go apeshit
[kifejezés]

to become extremely angry to the extent that one displays wild and uncontrollable behavior

Ex: When I accidentally spilled coffee on his laptop, he went ape and started shouting at me.
ass
[Főnév]

a pompous fool

pompás bolond, nagyképű ostoba

pompás bolond, nagyképű ostoba

jackass
[Főnév]

a man who is a stupid incompetent fool

szamár, hülye

szamár, hülye

bats in the belfry
[kifejezés]

an unconventional or unique behavior that is often considered crazy, risky, or confusing

Ex: After staying up all night working on the project, I've got a few bats in my belfry today.
batty
[melléknév]

informal or slang terms for mentally irregular

elmebeteg, őrült

elmebeteg, őrült

used to refer to someone who is unable to see well

Ex: Without my reading glasses , Ias blind as a bat to all the fine print .

extremely active, busy, and hardworking

Ex: The construction crew was busy as beavers, working to complete the building on time.
eager beaver
[Főnév]

an energetic and eager individual who is willing to work hard

szorgos méhecske, szorgalmas diák

szorgos méhecske, szorgalmas diák

Ex: The new intern is a eager beaver.

something one is extremely obsessed with and keeps talking about

Ex: The politician has a bee in his bonnet about income inequality and consistently advocates for policies to address the issue.
(as) busy as a bee
[kifejezés]

extremely busy with work, activities, etc.

Ex: The construction workers were busy as bees, putting up the scaffolding and beginning work on the building.

to refrain from interfering in someone else's private affairs

Ex: At the neighborhood block party, John tactfully told his neighbors to mind their own beeswax when they offered unsolicited advice about his home renovation project.
a little bird
[kifejezés]

an anonymous or unidentified source of information

Ex: If it was n't you , then I a little bird told him .
bird
[Főnév]

a young female adult

csaj, lány

csaj, lány

Ex: The lads went out to chat up birds at the pub .

used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

Ex: Birds of a feather flock together, which is why the group of musicians spent so much time together .
early bird
[Főnév]

someone who has a tendency to get up early every morning

koránkelő, korán érkező

koránkelő, korán érkező

Ex: The conference starts at 8 AM , so all early birds will get the best seats in the front row .
to eat like a bird
[kifejezés]

to have a very little desire to eat

Ex: I was surprised when he finished the large pizza all by himself; I thought he would eat like a bird, but he has a big appetite.
for the birds
[kifejezés]

used to refer to something that does not deserve one's attention due to not being important or interesting enough

Ex: Attending that meeting felt like a total waste of time; it was just for the birds.

to intentionally and rudely display an offensive hand gesture, involving raising the middle finger while extending the others downward, as a sign of strong disapproval, annoyance, or disrespect toward someone

Ex: In a fit of frustration, she rolled down her car window and gave the slow-moving traffic the bird.
jailbird
[Főnév]

a criminal who has been jailed repeatedly

börtönlakó, börtönviselt személy

börtönlakó, börtönviselt személy

used to imply that the person who starts their day or task early will have an advantage over those who start later or procrastinate

Ex: The early bird catches the worm, so I made sure to submit my application first.
buck
[Főnév]

one dollar

dollár, bakk

dollár, bakk

Ex: He bet his friend buck that his favorite team would win the game .

to encourage someone when they are sad or discouraged

bátorítani, felvidítani

bátorítani, felvidítani

Ex: The teacher's words of encouragement really bucked me up before the exam.

used to refer to something that is very soothing and comforting

Ex: Wrapped in a warm scarf and a cozy sweater, she ventured out into the winter chill, feeling snug as a bug in a rug.
bug
[Főnév]

a fairly mild yet infectious illness that is caused by a virus or bacteria

kór, fertőzés

kór, fertőzés

to bug
[ige]

to persistently annoy someone, often by making repeated requests or demands

zaklat, fáraszt

zaklat, fáraszt

Ex: Ignoring a person's desire for solitude and continuing to talk may bug them.

to find a solution to a problem

megoldani, kidolgozni

megoldani, kidolgozni

Ex: She helped work out the best way to approach the problem .
bullshit
[Főnév]

obscene words for unacceptable behavior

szarság, hülyeség

szarság, hülyeség

bullheaded
[melléknév]

obstinate and stupid

makacs, köpönyegforgató

makacs, köpönyegforgató

a story that seems impossible, particularly one that is used as an excuse

mesebeli történet, hülyeség

mesebeli történet, hülyeség

Ex: The tall tales in that novel were a collection cock-and-bull stories that made it a bestseller among adventure enthusiasts .

to directly and bravely deal with a difficulty or danger

Ex: It 's time take the bull by the horns and make those tough decisions .
dumb bunny
[Főnév]

someone whose behavior is marked by foolishness or ignorance

buta nyúl, ostoba nyúl

buta nyúl, ostoba nyúl

Ex: You really thought you could win the lottery with those numbers?

to be really excited or nervous about what is going to happen

Ex: We felt butterflies before the big game, but once we started playing, the adrenaline took over.

one of several difficulties happening after one another that finally makes it intolerable for someone to continue something

Ex: The student had been juggling multiple assignments, extracurricular activities, and personal challenges.

to take a short and light nap, typically lasting only a few minutes

szundikál, pihen

szundikál, pihen

Ex: catnapped for a few minutes before the important meeting .
copycat
[Főnév]

a person who imitates the actions, clothes, ideas, etc. of someone else

másoló, utánzó

másoló, utánzó

Ex: When Mark started using the same catchphrases as his friend , he playfully called him copycat and suggested coming up with something unique .

used to imply that while excessive curiosity can have negative consequences, the pursuit of knowledge or exploration can also be rewarding and fulfilling despite the risks

Ex: Despite the danger, the explorers were curious about what lay beyond the mountains.

to rain really hard

Ex: The rain was coming down in buckets , like it raining cats and dogs, during the outdoor concert .

to look very disorganized and untidy

Ex: Yesterday, she had felt like something the cat brought in after staying up all night studying, mentally drained and sleep-deprived.

said to someone who is annoyingly quiet when they are expected to speak

Ex: When her friend suddenly stopped talking about the party, Sarah asked, "Hey, cat got your tongue?

to not to do something one planned because they feel scared or hesitant

megijed, meghátrál

megijed, meghátrál

Ex: Are you going to chicken out of the competition?
chickenshit
[Főnév]

a person who is weak and lacks courage

gyávának való, gyáva

gyávának való, gyáva

Ex: Instead of facing the problem head-on , he acted like chickenshit and ran away .

to be cautious and not assume that something will succeed or happen as planned, as there is always a possibility of unforeseen obstacles or problems

Ex: After the successful job interview, he advised his friend not to count her chickens before receiving the official job offer.

used to refer to someone who tends to achieve things in a clever way, particularly by deceiving other people

Ex: The politician sly as a fox; he can manipulate public opinion to his advantage effortlessly .

difficulty in speaking, particularly due to one's throat being dry

Ex: Mary a frog in her throat whenever she has to sing in front of an audience , but she practices diligently to overcome it .
to get one's goat
[kifejezés]

to really annoy or frustrate someone

Ex: While I was studying , their continuous distractions getting my goat.

to be specially careful, gentle, or considerate when dealing with someone or something

Ex: In negotiations , it 's crucial handle the sensitive topic with kid gloves to maintain a positive atmosphere .
scapegoat
[Főnév]

a person who suffers the consequences of others people's wrongdoings

bűnbak, áldozat

bűnbak, áldozat

pinch in the buttocks

gatyába csíp, fenékbe csíp

gatyába csíp, fenékbe csíp

hog
[Főnév]

a person regarded as greedy and pig-like

disznó, malac

disznó, malac

in hog heaven
[kifejezés]

used to indicate a state of great happiness, bliss, or contentment

Ex: With a plate full of her favorite desserts, she was in hog heaven, savoring each sweet bite.
to hog
[ige]

take greedily; take more than one's share

elfoglal, felhalmoz

elfoglal, felhalmoz

hogwash
[Főnév]

an absurd idea or discussion

hülyeség, baromság

hülyeség, baromság

hoggish
[melléknév]

resembling swine; coarsely gluttonous or greedy

disznós, kanos

disznós, kanos

road hog
[Főnév]

someone who drives aggressively or selfishly, often taking up more space on the road than necessary

úttörő, utolsó pillanatos sávváltó

úttörő, utolsó pillanatos sávváltó

Ex: He encountered road hog on his way to work , forcing him to slow down .

to waste one's time and energy for something that has no chance of achieving success or yeilds no profit

Ex: The team had already decided to change their strategy , but the coach kept talking about the old approach - it was beating a dead horse.
charley-horse
[Főnév]

a muscular cramp (especially in the thigh or calf) following vigorous exercise

izomgörcs, lábgörcs

izomgörcs, lábgörcs

(of information) from an accurate or valid source

Ex: She learned about the promotion directly from her manager, so it's information from the horse's mouth.

indulge in horseplay

hancúrozni, ugrálni

hancúrozni, ugrálni

used to describe someone who is extremely confused and excited

Ex: When the teacher announced a surprise pop quiz, the students started flipping through their notes like chickens with their heads cut off, trying to find the answers.

a young individual with little or no experience

ifjú egyén, zöldfülű

ifjú egyén, zöldfülű

Ex: Olivia is exploring different musical instruments ; she 's spring chicken in the world of music .
clam
[Főnév]

a piece of paper money worth one dollar

dollár, pénzjegy

dollár, pénzjegy

to suddenly become silent or refuse to talk, often because of nervousness, fear, or a desire to keep information secret

elhallgat, megfagy

elhallgat, megfagy

Ex: As soon as the topic of her recent project came up , clam up and did n't want to reveal any details .
holy cow
[Felkiáltás]

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Hűha!, Atya ég!

Hűha!, Atya ég!

Ex: She got a promotion and a raise?

used to describe a prolonged or indefinite period of time, often implying that something will continue for a very long duration

Ex: We have been waiting for the results until the cows come home, and they still haven't arrived.
dog
[Főnév]

a woman or girl who is uninteresting, unattractive, and unpleasant

cica, nő

cica, nő

dog do
[Főnév]

fecal droppings from a dog

kutyaürülék, kutya kaki

kutyaürülék, kutya kaki

dog-eared
[melléknév]

showing signs of wear and tear from excessive use, particularly with pages that have bent or folded corners

meghajlott sarkú, elhasználódott

meghajlott sarkú, elhasználódott

Ex: Despite dog-eared condition , the diary held precious memories of his travels .

to be in trouble with someone, typically because of a mistake or wrongdoing

dog-tired
[melléknév]

completely worn out, typically from intense physical or mental effort

totál kifáradt, teljesen kiégett

totál kifáradt, teljesen kiégett

Ex: He 'd gone to dog-tired, barely able to keep his eyes open .
dog eat dog
[kifejezés]

(in business, politics, etc.) a situation in which the competition is so fierce that everyone is willing to do whatever it takes to be successful, even if it means harming others

Ex: The competition for the job is fierce , and it 's dog eat dog situation .
hound
[Főnév]

someone who is morally reprehensible

szemétláda, törpe

szemétláda, törpe

used to say that one's feet are in pain

Ex: Lisa spent the entire day on her feet at the busy retail store, and by closing time, her dogs were barking with exhaustion.
to put on the dog
[kifejezés]

to behave in a pretentious way to prove one is rich or fashionable

Ex: The celebrity couple put on the dog at the red-carpet event, arriving in a lavish entourage and flaunting their expensive attire.
(as) sick as a dog
[kifejezés]

used to refer to someone who is extremely ill or unwell

Ex: We were as sick as dogs after eating that spoiled food at the restaurant.
top dog
[Főnév]

a person who holds the highest rank in a particular group or organization

Ex: They were top dog in the industry for years , but lost their position after a series of scandals .
dead duck
[Főnév]

someone or something that has never succeeded or is very unlikely to succeed in the future

nincs több esélye, halott kacsa

nincs több esélye, halott kacsa

Ex: The project is behind schedule and over budget , and it 's becoming dead duck.
sitting duck
[Főnév]

someone or something that lacks enough defense or protection and is easy to be targeted

ülő kacsa, egyszerű célpont

ülő kacsa, egyszerű célpont

Ex: When you 're the only candidate opposing the incumbent with widespread support , you can feel like sitting duck in the political arena .

used to describe someone who is totally bald

Ex: Peter was losing hair rapidly.
eagle eye
[Főnév]

someone who is keenly aware or observant

sarkantyúszem, éleslátású személy

sarkantyúszem, éleslátású személy

Ex: The security guard's eagle eye caught the suspicious behavior of a person in the crowd.

to easily be able to remember things and rarely forget them

Ex: The historian had a memory like an elephant, and he could recall dates, names, and events with incredible accuracy.

a thing that is of no value or use because it is excessively expensive to keep it in a good condition

fehér elefánt, fenntartási költség miatt értéktelen dolog

fehér elefánt, fenntartási költség miatt értéktelen dolog

Ex: The new software system , despite its promising features , proved to be white elephant for the company due to constant glitches and compatibility issues .
fishy
[melléknév]

suggestive of dishonesty or something dubious

gyanús, kérdéses

gyanús, kérdéses

Ex: She sensed fishy motive behind his sudden kindness .

to look at someone in a way that shows one is very passionate about them

Ex: Patricia couldn't help but cast sheep's eyes at Tom from across the room, hoping he would notice her interest.

an issue or subject that is not in any way connected to what one was talking about

Ex: Raising a teenager is a different kettle of fish from raising a young child.
fox
[Főnév]

a good-looking young person, especially a woman

cica, tündér

cica, tündér

foxy
[melléknév]

(of a woman) sexually appealing

vonzó, szexi

vonzó, szexi

Ex: foxy smile and playful wink left a lasting impression on everyone she met .
horseshit
[Főnév]

a statement, idea, or act that is obviously untrue, foolish, or unreasonable

marhaság, hülyeség

marhaság, hülyeség

hung like a horse
[kifejezés]

***said of a man who is sexually well-endowed

high horse
[Főnév]

one's arrogant and pretentious behavior that is meant to prove one's superiority over others

fennhéjázó magatartás, önelégült hozzáállás

fennhéjázó magatartás, önelégült hozzáállás

Ex: Trying to climb on high horse would only be embarrassing at best , and at the very least hypocritical .

used to describe an individual who behaves in a very kind and gentle way

Ex: The nurse was gentle as a lamb while caring for the elderly patients.
in two shakes
[kifejezés]

soon or in a quick manner

Ex: The team resolved the issue in two shakes of a lamb's tail, preventing any further complications.

to make a problem appear more serious or dangerous than it actually is

Ex: Don't make a mountain out of a molehill; it was just a minor miscommunication.
grease monkey
[Főnév]

a mechanic or someone who works on cars

gépszerelő, autószerelő

gépszerelő, autószerelő

Ex: She became known as the grease monkey for her car repair skills .

to do something that makes a person appear foolish in front of others

Ex: He thought he could outsmart us , but we ended making a monkey of him in the negotiation .
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