* pay
one’s dues: to fulfill necessary obligations; deserve something through
hard work
ex> Most famous musicians paid
their dues playing in small venues for little money for many years.
* update:
to make something current or relevant
ex> Automotive designers constantly
monitor trends to keep their products updated.
* tuned
in: aligned with contemporary culture and events
ex> My aunt is very tuned in
to what people of my generation are talking about.
* vintage:
of a valued style from the past
ex> Chuck drove a vintage
Rolls-Royce but looked like someone who drove a tractor.
* hip:
popular and fashionable; aware of current trends
ex> My dad is quite hip for a
guy his age: he even listens to the same music as me.
* to
a degree: up to a certain extend
ex> They support the idea to a
degree, but most of the teachers would rather not spend the whole day at
the museum.
Note> You can also say, to a certain degree or to some degree to mean the same thing.
* integrity: 정직성, 진실성, 고결한
The word integrity has a variety of meanings. It can also be used to
describe the stability of a structure (ex. The integrity of the bridge was compromised by the mudslide.), or the
wholeness of something (ex. The lighting effects contributed to the show’s integrity.).
ex> I greatly admire Jessica’s integrity
and her desire to help others. I think she’d be ideal for this program.
댓글 없음:
댓글 쓰기