Listening. Examples 1-10

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
سیلی نقد به از حلوای نسیه

This idiom means “it is better to keep what you have than to risk losing it by trying to get something better.”

Example:

Bill has offered to buy my car for $3,000. Someone else might pay more, but a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

Examples:

1. I was offered a new job, but I decided to stay at my current one because a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

2. My friend wanted to sell his car and wait for a better offer, but I told him that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

3. I was going to invest in a risky stock, but then I remembered that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

4. My sister wanted to break up with her boyfriend and find someone better, but I reminded her that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

5. My neighbor was thinking of selling his house and renting instead, but I advised him that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

The "cold side of the pillow" is the side of the pillow that feels cool and refreshing. People use this phrase to describe moments of relief or comfort after a stressful or uncomfortable time.
داشتن لحظات آرامش و راحتی پس از شرایط پر استرس و ناراحت
(طرف خنک‌بالش😀)

Examples:

1. "After a long day at work, I couldn't wait to rest my head on the cold side of the pillow and relax."

2. "Whenever I have trouble sleeping, I try to turn my pillow over to the cold side to help me fall asleep."

3. "The heat in my room was unbearable, but the only relief I could find was on the cold side of my pillow."

4. "Sometimes when I'm feeling anxious, I close my eyes and imagine the feeling of the cold side of the pillow to calm me down."

5. "It may not solve all of my problems, but sometimes just flipping my pillow over to the cold side can make me feel a little bit better."

Condescending:
تحقیر آمیز
“Condescending" is an adjective used to describe a behavior in which someone talks or acts in a way that appears superior or patronizing towards someone else. This type of behavior often occurs when one person believes they are better or more knowledgeable than the other person, belittling or insulting them. It's important to avoid being condescending as it can negatively affect relationships and create a sense of disrespect and hostility.

Examples:

1. Sarah's tone became condescending when explaining how to do the task.

2. The employee's condescending attitude towards the customers caused complaints.

3. It was clear that the famous actor was being condescending when he spoke to the young journalist.

4. The professor's condescending feedback made the student feel uneasy and discouraged.

5. The politician's condescending behavior towards his constituents cost him the election.

از رفتار، کردار و گفتار تحقیر آمیز پرهیز کنید

Try to avoid behavior, actions, and speech that comes across as condescending towards others.

Carte blanche
کارت بلانچ: اختیار تام در زیان فرانسه
It is a French term that refers to complete freedom of action or unconditional authority given to someone or a group to do as they see fit without any obstructions or restrictions.

Examples:

1. The teacher gave the students carte blanche to choose the topic for their presentations.

2. The company gave the new manager carte blanche to make any necessary changes to improve productivity.

3. The chef was given carte blanche to create the menu for the special event.

4. The hostess gave her guests carte blanche to make themselves at home and help themselves to food and drinks.

5. The principal gave the student council carte blanche to plan the school dance.
کارت بلانچ یا اختیار تام به دانشجویان برگزیده خواهم داد