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Street Talk 1 Kitabı - Daha Yakın Bir Bakış: Ders 3

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a large sum of money

tonla para

tonla para

Ex: The wedding ceremony at the exclusive venue was lovely, but it came with a price tag of an arm and leg.

to force or persuade someone to do something they are unwilling to do

birisine bir şey yaptırmaya çalışmak

birisine bir şey yaptırmaya çalışmak

Ex: The team lead had to twist a few arms to ensure everyone met the project deadline.

to finally stop criticizing or annoying someone

yakasından düşmek

yakasından düşmek

Ex: The ongoing scrutiny will continue to get on my nerves unless they decide get off my back.

to make someone become really annoyed or angry

birisinin canını sıkmak

birisinin canını sıkmak

Ex: The persistent incompetence will have surely gotten her back up by the end of the week.

everything a person has to offer for helping someone, even things that they need for themselves

sahip olduğu her şey

sahip olduğu her şey

Ex: In a true act of selflessness, she gave the shirt off her back to a homeless person she encountered on the street, providing some warmth and comfort.

to not allow negative things such as an unfair criticism, etc. to have any effect on one

duymazdan gelmek

duymazdan gelmek

Ex: In the world of professional sports, athletes need to let the pressure and negative comments roll off their backs to perform at their best.

used suggest that if one does a favor for someone, they will be more likely to reciprocate that favor in the future

al gülüm ver gülüm

al gülüm ver gülüm

Ex: I helped my friend move last weekend, and now he's offering to lend me his truck - it's a classic case of you scratch my back

to have a problem with someone or be annoyed with them and want to tell them all about it

görülecek bir hesabı olmak

görülecek bir hesabı olmak

Ex: "The customer had a bone to pick with the restaurant regarding their incorrect order.

to study hard and gather a lot of information on a subject in order to get prepared for a meeting, exam, etc.

çok ders çalışmak

çok ders çalışmak

bonehead
[isim]

a person who exhibits a lack of intelligence or common sense

ahmak, salak

ahmak, salak

Ex: She realized she had been bonehead for not double-checking the instructions .
boney
[sıfat]

extremely thin or lacking flesh

kemikli, sıska

kemikli, sıska

Ex: Despite being boney, he was surprisingly strong and agile.

to not hesitate to do or say what one truly wants

açıkça söylemek

açıkça söylemek

Ex: The made no bones about the difficulty of the upcoming exam , warning the students to prepare thoroughly .

used to refer to someone who is extremely thin, often in an unattractive and unhealthy way

bir deri bir kemik

bir deri bir kemik

Ex: The cat was skin and bone before it was rescued and nursed back to health.
birdbrain
[isim]

a person who lacks clear thinking and is incapable of serious contemplation

kuş beyni, akılsız

kuş beyni, akılsız

Ex: birdbrain in the office constantly misplaced important documents .
brainy
[sıfat]

very smart

akıllı, zeki

akıllı, zeki

Ex: Despite his young age , he 's an brainy child , already showing signs of exceptional intelligence .

to ask a knowledgeable or informed person their opinion on something

fikrini sormak

fikrini sormak

Ex: The young entrepreneur met with experienced investors to pick their brains about fundraising strategies for her startup.

to think hard or make a great effort to remember or solve something

kafa yormak

kafa yormak

Ex: The scientists were wracking her brains trying to come up with a new theory to explain the data.

a person who is consistently forgetful, unfocused, and disorganized

dikkatsiz, dağınık zihin

dikkatsiz, dağınık zihin

Ex: Her friends lovingly teased her for being scatterbrain who could never stick to a plan .

to be careful to notice a thing or person

gözünü açmak

gözünü açmak

Ex: When looking for your lost keys , make sure keep your eyes peeled for any shiny or metallic objects .

to completely agree with someone and understand their point of view

aynı fikirde olmak

aynı fikirde olmak

Ex: It took some time for the new colleagues to understand each other 's perspectives , but eventually , they began see eye to eye and work collaboratively .
shuteye
[isim]

informal expression for getting some rest

uyku, dinlenme

uyku, dinlenme

Ex: They decided to call it a night and get shuteye before the big meeting .

the act of assigning blame to others, often to deflect responsibility from oneself

suçlama, başkalarını suçlama

suçlama, başkalarını suçlama

Ex: To foster a positive work environment , the manager finger-pointing and encouraged teamwork .

to make a minimal effort to do something, particularly in order to help someone

biraz zahmet vermek

biraz zahmet vermek

Ex: You didn't even raise a finger to help her.

to figure out why things are the way they are and be able to identify the reason

nedenini anlamak

nedenini anlamak

Ex: After hours of searching for the missing document, she finally put her finger on it hidden under a stack of papers.

to raise one's middle finger and point it toward a person to show one is angry with them, hates, or disrespects them

orta parmağını göstermek

orta parmağını göstermek

Ex: He gave the referee the finger after they made a bad call.

to manage to convince someone to do whatever one asks of them out of love or respect that they have for one

parmağının ucunda oynatmak

parmağının ucunda oynatmak

Ex: The talented influencer had her followers twisted around her finger, easily influencing their opinions and actions through her online presence.
cold feet
[isim]

the state in which one loses all one's confidence and willingness to continue doing something

tedirginlik

tedirginlik

Ex: The athlete cold feet before the championship race , feeling overwhelmed by the pressure and expectations .
footloose
[sıfat]

unconstrained and able to move about or act freely

serbest, bağımsız

serbest, bağımsız

Ex: They decided to sell their house and live a footloose life in an RV, exploring the country.

to accept the financial burden or responsibility for a certain project, service, or event, and pay for it

bedelini ödemek

bedelini ödemek

Ex: The company agreed to foot the bill for the business trip.

an opportunity for starting a business or entering an organization, etc. in order to achieve a higher level of success later

kapağı atma (bir işe), aralanan kapı (ilerideki fırsatlar için)

kapağı atma (bir işe), aralanan kapı (ilerideki fırsatlar için)

Ex: She is trying to a foot in the door by volunteering at the company .

to do something that one has not done before in order to become more experienced or familiar with it

bir şeyi ilk defa denemek

bir şeyi ilk defa denemek

Ex: She got her feet wet at her new job by doing some simple filing tasks.

to move quickly or in a hurry

acele etmek, hızla hareket etmek

acele etmek, hızla hareket etmek

Ex: He realized he was late hotfooted through the crowded streets to make his appointment .

to have a tendency to drive very fast

hızlı araba sürmek

hızlı araba sürmek

Ex: The racing enthusiast admitted has a lead foot on the track but is mindful of speed limits on regular roads .

the state of being close to death due to old age or a fatal sickness

bir ayağı çukurda olmak

bir ayağı çukurda olmak

Ex: With his reckless lifestyle , some thought the rock star one foot in the grave, but he surprised everyone by making a comeback .

to firmly take control and enforce a specific action

ağırlığını ortaya koymak

ağırlığını ortaya koymak

Ex: After years of accommodating unreasonable demands, she finally put her foot down and refused to be taken advantage of any longer.

able to think and respond rapidly in challenging or unexpected situations

Ex: To succeed in a dynamic job like journalism, you have to be quick on your feet to cover breaking news.

to make someone have intense romantic feelings for one

ayaklarını yerden kesmek

ayaklarını yerden kesmek

Ex: With his charming smile and charismatic personality, Jonathan had a way of sweeping women off their feet without even trying.

to beg someone for help or forgiveness

ayaklarına kapanmak

ayaklarına kapanmak

Ex: In a grand gesture of submission, the defeated warrior threw himself at the conqueror's feet, acknowledging his defeat and surrender.

to have an unsuccessful or unpleasant beginning in a relationship or activity

kötü bir başlangıç yapmak

kötü bir başlangıç yapmak

Ex: Their got off on the wrong foot due to a communication error .

to talk in great length without mentioning anything important or of high value

çene çalmak

çene çalmak

Ex: The politician is known for flapping his gums during speeches, but his words rarely translate into actual policies or actions.

to laugh really hard, particularly to the point that one's stomach hurts

kahkahalara boğulmak

kahkahalara boğulmak

Ex: The unexpected comedic twist in the movie had the whole cinema laughing so heartily that it seemed like they bust a gut.

to have the necessary conviction or be brave enough to get something done

cesareti olmak

cesareti olmak

Ex: had the guts to start a grassroots movement and fight for social justice .
cheeky
[sıfat]

showing impolite behavior in a manner that is amusing or endearing

arsız

arsız

Ex: cheeky remarks often landed him in trouble with his teachers .

used to suggest that something was meant as a joke and is not to be taken seriously

esprili bir şekilde

esprili bir şekilde

Ex: She told him she could speak ten languages fluently, but it was clear she had her tongue in her cheek.

to respond to an offense with patience, forgiveness, and a peaceful attitude instead of retaliating or seeking revenge

kötüye kötülükle cevap vermemek

kötüye kötülükle cevap vermemek

Ex: The civil rights leader advocated for nonviolent resistance, emphasizing the importance of turning the other cheek in the face of injustice.

to naturally be good at noticing, judging, or appreciating something, particularly a thing's value or a person's talents

iyisinden anlamak

iyisinden anlamak

Ex: As a photographer, he really has an eye for capturing stunning landscapes.
to eye
[fiil]

to look at or observe someone or something in a particular way, often with interest or suspicion

bakmak

bakmak

Ex: The eyed the playful puppy from a distance , unsure whether to approach or stay away .
eyesore
[isim]

something that has an extremely ugly appearance, particularly a building

göze batan çirkin şey

göze batan çirkin şey

used to describe a greedy person who takes more food than they could possibly finish

karnı doysa da gözü doymamak

karnı doysa da gözü doymamak

Ex: After a holiday feast, we all felt stuffed because our eyes had been bigger than our stomachs.

excessively affectionate glances at someone

romantik bakış

romantik bakış

Ex: The little girl made goo-goo eyes at her parents, hoping to get a treat from the store.

the feeling of discontent caused by lacking someone else's possessions, accomplishments, etc.

kıskançlık

kıskançlık

Ex: She could n't hide green-eyed monster when she saw her best friend spending time with someone else .

to closely watch a person or thing, particularly in order to make sure they are safe

gözü üzerinde olmak

gözü üzerinde olmak

Ex: I trust my neighbor, so I asked him to keep an eye on my pet cat while I'm on vacation.

to be eager to hear what a person wants to say

can kulağı ile dinlemek

can kulağı ile dinlemek

Ex: 'm all ears if you have any tips on how to improve my cooking .

to speak to someone who is unwilling to listen for an extended period of time

bıktırana kadar konuşmak

bıktırana kadar konuşmak

Ex: Whenever I visit my grandmother, she loves to bend my ear with stories from her childhood, and I happily listen to her reminisce.

to make others tired by talking too much

başını şişirmek

başını şişirmek

Ex: My coworker has a habit of chewing everyone's ear off during lunch break, going on and on about his weekend escapades.
dog-eared
[sıfat]

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

yıpranmış, kıvrılmış

yıpranmış, kıvrılmış

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

to be quick at learning and understanding a piece of music or a specific language and be able to accurately reproduce or utilize it

iyi kulağı olmak

iyi kulağı olmak

Ex: He doesn’t play an instrument but has an ear for spotting musical talent.
earmark
[isim]

a unique feature or trait that distinguishes someone or something

özellik, ayırıcı özellik

özellik, ayırıcı özellik

Ex: earmark of the new product line is its innovative design and functionality .

(of statements, warnings, requests, etc.) to be completely ignored

dikkate alınmamak

dikkate alınmamak

Ex: Despite the doctor's advice to quit smoking, his patient's habit continued to fall on deaf ears.

(of statements, warnings, requests, etc.) to be completely ignored

dikkate alınmamak

dikkate alınmamak

Ex: Despite the doctor's advice to quit smoking, his patient's habit continued to fall on deaf ears.

to make an effort to stay well informed on the developments or changes of a situation

olayların bilincinde olmak

olayların bilincinde olmak

Ex: To excel in the tech industry , you need have your ear to the ground, staying updated on the latest advancements and developments .

to make someone or something more alert

canlandırmak, neşelendirmek

canlandırmak, neşelendirmek

Ex: A splash of cold water on my face always perks me up when I'm feeling drowsy.

to have the ability to play music by listening to it and recreating the sounds and melodies without relying on sheet music or written notation

notasız çalmak

notasız çalmak

Ex: In improvisational theater , actors often play by ear and respond to audience suggestions .

to provide someone with a hint or suggestion

kulağına kar suyu kaçırmak

kulağına kar suyu kaçırmak

Ex: My parents put a bug in my ear about the benefits of pursuing higher education, encouraging me to consider attending college.

to talk to someone for an extended period of time, particularly in a way that annoys them

başının etini yemek

başının etini yemek

Ex: My neighbor talked my ear off for 20 minutes yesterday about his plants and garden.

a great amount of physical effort or work that is put into something

el emeği

el emeği

to forcefully make a path through a crowded or obstructed area

kalabalıkta dirsekleriyle yol açarak ilerlemek

kalabalıkta dirsekleriyle yol açarak ilerlemek

Ex: The politician elbowed his way through the crowd, shaking hands and engaging with supporters in a campaign rally.

enough space that enables people to move easily

istediğini yapma özgürlüğü

istediğini yapma özgürlüğü

Ex: The conference hall was filled to capacity , leaving attendees with elbow room, making it difficult to take notes or participate comfortably .

to have social interaction with people, especially with ones who are famous or important

bir araya gelmek

bir araya gelmek

Ex: I've been rubbing elbows all night, and now I'd like to just have some quiet time.

a concept in which if someone harms one, one should harm them back in the same way

kısasa kısas

kısasa kısas

Ex: Many countries have moved away from the concept of an eye for an eye in their legal systems, opting for more humane and rehabilitative approaches to justice.

a look in someone's eyes that reveals their sexual attraction toward someone else

baştan çıkartıcı bakış

baştan çıkartıcı bakış

Ex: As the music played softly , they danced , and she looked at him bedroom eyes, creating an intimate atmosphere .

something or someone that grabs attention

göz alıcı, ilgi çekici

göz alıcı, ilgi çekici

Ex: His energetic performance on stage is always eye-catcher.
gutsy
[sıfat]

exhibiting bravery and resolve when confronted with challenges or danger; bold and unrestrained

cesur, yiğit

cesur, yiğit

Ex: They embarked on gutsy adventure , exploring uncharted territories .

to hate someone to an extreme degree

ölesiye nefret etmek

ölesiye nefret etmek

Ex: The rival football teams' fans really hate each other's guts.

to share with someone all one's feelings, most private thoughts, and secrets

içini dökmek

içini dökmek

Ex: Sarah and Jessica are best friends, and they always spill their guts to each other about everything.
hair-raising
[sıfat]

causing great fear or excitement

çeşitlilik getirme

çeşitlilik getirme

hairy
[sıfat]

dangerous or scary, usually in an exciting way

korkutucu

korkutucu

to behave in a comfortable manner, without worrying about one's problems or other people's opinions

samimi davranmak

samimi davranmak

Ex: The retirement party was a memorable evening, with the retiree finally letting their hair down and celebrating decades of hard work.

to persistently annoy someone by doing something or by simply being around them

rahat vermemek

rahat vermemek

Ex: The kids were constantly fighting, and it was getting in my hair all evening.

to offer help to someone with a task or problem

Ex: She gave her brother a hand with his school project.
to hand
[fiil]

to physically take an object and give it to someone

vermek

vermek

Ex: handed the keys to his car to the valet before entering the hotel .

***to give credit to someone

handout
[isim]

money, food, or other resources distributed freely to those in need, typically by an organization or government

hayırseverlik yardımı, maddi yardım

hayırseverlik yardımı, maddi yardım

Ex: Volunteers handouts of warm blankets to refugees at the shelter .
hands down
[ifade]

in a way that is free of all ambiguity or uncertainty

tartışmasız

tartışmasız

Ex: Her artwork was the best in the exhibition, winning the top prize hands down.

to be well-informed about or completely familiar with something

avucunun içi gibi bilmek

avucunun içi gibi bilmek

Ex: As a history professor, she knows historical events and dates like the back of her hand.

to survive with only the bare minimum resources, often with no savings or financial security

kıt kanaat geçinerek

kıt kanaat geçinerek

Ex: During the recession , numerous families found living from hand to mouth, unable to save for the future .
old hand
[isim]

(of a person) having extensive knowledge about or a lot of experience in a particular activity or job

üstat

üstat

Ex: "old hand on the construction site offered valuable guidance to the new workers . "
on hand
[ifade]

used to refer to someone or something that is accessible and near to one

elde

elde

Ex: Having extra on hand allows us to complete the project without delays .

impossible or very hard to control

kontrolden çıkmış

kontrolden çıkmış

Ex: The negotiations between the two countries out of hand when insults were exchanged and diplomatic talks broke down .

the most reliable and supportive assistant or partner

sağ kol, yardımcı

sağ kol, yardımcı

Ex: His role as the project managerright-hand man involves overseeing the team 's progress and addressing any issues .
secondhand
[sıfat]

previously owned or used by someone else

ikinci el

ikinci el

Ex: The secondhand bookstore has a wide variety of titles at low prices.
short-handed
[sıfat]

lacking a sufficient number of workers or assistants

eksik elemanlı, personel yetersiz

eksik elemanlı, personel yetersiz

Ex: short-handed at the clinic meant that the nurses had to work extra shifts .

used to refer to the lack of communication between the different parts of an organization about their roles or activities that leads to confusion and dysfunction

birbirinden habersiz

birbirinden habersiz

Ex: When a company is that large often times the right doesn't know what the left hand is doing and vice versa.

to attempt to do something that one has no experience in

bir şeyi yapmayı denemek

bir şeyi yapmayı denemek

Ex: The chef wanted to try his hand at making sushi, so he took a weekend course.
airhead
[isim]

a person who is scatterbrained and lacks serious thought or focus

sersem, düşüncesiz

sersem, düşüncesiz

Ex: Do n't be such airhead and remember to double-check your work next time .

to angrily reply or react to someone

terslemek

terslemek

Ex: The customer service representative, overwhelmed with complaints, inadvertently snapped the customer's head off, leading to a formal apology.

to leave a place or go on a journey, especially for a specific destination

yola koyulmak

yola koyulmak

Ex: She decided head out early to avoid the rush hour traffic .

*** to fall suddenly and deeply in love with someone

headstrong
[sıfat]

determined to do things in one's own way and often resistant to the opinions or suggestions of others

dik başlı

dik başlı

Ex: Despite warnings, the headstrong teenager insisted on going alone.
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