Прекрасная пора каникул и отдыха без детей и уроков подходит к концу, поэтому на прощание решила составить список интересной лексики, связанной с летом, чтобы можно было ей мучить учеников с первых же уроков! 1. The dog days of the summer – hot, stuffy summer days. Example: As a kid, I loved to relax in the swimming pool during the dog days of summer. 2. Like watching grass grow – to be very dull or boring. Example: This summer is like watching grass grow because it rains every day. 3. Make hay while the sun shines – to take advantage of favorable conditions; to make the most of an opportunity when it is available (куй железо, пока оно горячо). Example: It`s summer time, so let's make hay while the sun shines and finally rest. 4. Ray of sunshine – someone or something that makes others feel happy and positive, often during a difficult time. Example: This vacation is a real ray of sunshine because the last month was so crazy at work. 5. Full of hot air – full of lies, exaggerations, or
Прекрасная пора каникул и отдыха без детей и уроков подходит к концу, поэтому на прощание решила составить список интересной лексики, связанной с летом, чтобы можно было ей мучить учеников с первых же уроков!
1. The dog days of the summer – hot, stuffy summer days.
Example: As a kid, I loved to relax in the swimming pool during the dog days of summer.
2. Like watching grass grow – to be very dull or boring.
Example: This summer is like watching grass grow because it rains every day.
3. Make hay while the sun shines – to take advantage of favorable conditions; to make the most of an opportunity when it is available (куй железо, пока оно горячо).
Example: It`s summer time, so let's make hay while the sun shines and finally rest.
4. Ray of sunshine – someone or something that makes others feel happy and positive, often during a difficult time.
Example: This vacation is a real ray of sunshine because the last month was so crazy at work.
5. Full of hot air – full of lies, exaggerations, or nonsense.
Example: Oh, you can't believe a word that guy says—he's full of hot air.