Interazioni - Supporto

Esplora i modi di dire inglesi riguardanti l'aiuto e l'assistenza con esempi come "un porto nella tempesta" e "tirare il grasso dal fuoco".

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to [help] a lame dog over a stile [Frase]

aiutare qualcuno in difficoltà

Ex: Despite the simple request , he always went out of his way to help a lame dog over a stile , demonstrating his compassion for even the smallest needs .

to [lend|give] {sb} a (helping|) hand [Frase]

aiutare

Ex: In the end, it simply depends on each one giving a hand at the right moment.

to [cover] (up|) for {sb} [Frase]

coprire qualcuno

Ex: She decided to cover up for her friend by giving an alibi to the police, even though she knew the truth.

three cheers [Frase]

Evviva il

Ex: After the team 's victory , the crowd erupted in three cheers for their favorite player .

to [play] the bad guy [Frase]

non essere morbido per il bene di qualcuno

Ex: As a coach , I had to play the bad guy and push my team during training to ensure they reached their full potential on the field .

to [make] {oneself} useful [Frase]

essere utile

Ex: Instead of complaining , why do n't you make yourself useful and help clean up the mess ?

to [be] cruel to be kind [Frase]

l'amico racconta il dolore

Ex: The parents decided to be cruel to be kind and enforce strict rules on their teenager to ensure they learned discipline and responsibility .

to [ride] in on a white horse [Frase]

improvvisamente apparire per aiutare qualcuno

Ex: Just when we thought we were doomed , a generous philanthropist rode in on a white horse and saved our struggling community center with a substantial donation .

in (good|safe) hands [Frase]

essere trattato

Ex: After researching various options , we decided to leave our beloved pet in good hands by choosing a reputable and caring pet boarding facility .

to [be] there for {sb} [Frase]

dare pieno sostegno a qualcuno

Ex: When my friend went through a difficult breakup , I promised to be there for her , lending a listening ear and offering support .

to [have] {one's} (best|) interests at heart [Frase]

pensare al benessere (di qualcuno)

Ex: My parents always had my best interests at heart , supporting my dreams and aspirations every step of the way .

good turn [sostantivo]

buona azione

Ex: When I was feeling overwhelmed with work , my colleague did me a good turn by offering to help complete some of my tasks .

Quando mi sentivo sopraffatto dal lavoro, il mio collega mi ha fatto un bel favore offrendosi di aiutarmi a completare alcuni dei miei compiti.

pep talk [sostantivo]

incoraggiamento

Ex: Before the championship match , the coach gathered the team for a pep talk , inspiring them to give their all and believe in their abilities .

Prima della partita del campionato, l'allenatore ha riunito la squadra per un discorso motivazionale, ispirandoli a dare il massimo e a credere nelle loro capacità.

on {one's} knees [Frase]

in a weakened state and in desperate need of help

Ex: She was on her knees , pleading for forgiveness after her mistake .

a port in a storm [Frase]

a person or a place that can help one overcome a difficult situation

Ex: In the midst of her emotional turmoil , her best friend became a port in a storm , offering a listening ear and unwavering support .

to [lie] before {sb} [Frase]

to surrender oneself to the mercy or control of another

Ex: I lie before you today , humbled and desperate , begging for your assistance .

to [pull] the fat from the fire [Frase]

to save someone or something from a difficult or dangerous situation

Ex: His quick thinking and negotiation skills allowed him to pull the fat from the fire and salvage the failing business deal .

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