Phrase of the Week
Představujeme vám užitečné fráze, které rodilí mluvčí v běžném životě používají, ale které v učebnicích často nenajdete.
To make a scene
“I think I forgot to lock the door when we were leaving.”
“How could you have forgotten to lock the door? We’re already late and now we have to go back! We’re going to miss the flight! That’s just great!”
“Stop making a scene, we’ve got a plenty of time, but you can go ahead and I’ll meet you at the airport.”
Up for it
A: I want to go to that new Hungarian restaurant. What do you think?
B: Yes, I’m up for it. I love spicy food!
Not believe one’s ears
I couldn’t believe my ears when the phone rang telling me I got a part in the new Tarantino movie!
My take on it
A: They say that new teachers prepare more. Do you agree?
B: Up to a point. But experienced teachers do not need much time to prepare, normally.
So far, so good
A: How’s your new job going?
B: So far, so good. I have to work hard, but the people are good.
Ideally
A: How long have you lived here?
B: Ten years. Ideally we’d live in the city centre, but we can’t afford it.
Out of the blue
A: Did you know Honza was coming to visit us?
B: No, he just telephoned out of the blue. It was a complete surprise.
A whale of a time
A: Did you enjoy the session?
B: Yes, we had a whale of a time. It was cool.