call off
call off (phrasal verb) /kɔːl ɒf/
Translations (LV)
Cancel: atcelt (plānotu pasākumu), pārtraukt.
Stop an animal/person: atsaukt (piemēram, suni vai uzbrukumu), likt mierā.
Examples
1. Office & Professional Context
"The meeting was called off at the last minute(...)
cater for
cater for (phrasal verb) /ˈkeɪ.tər fɔːr/
To provide what is needed or wanted by a particular group of people. LV: nodrošināt vajadzības, apmierināt prasības, piemēroties.
To take something into account or make arrangements for a possible event. LV: paredzēt, ņemt vērā.
Example(...)
cheerful
cheerful (adjective): noticeable happy and optimistic; showing that you are in a good mood.
synonyms: joyful, upbeat, sunny, bright.
pronunciation: /ˈtʃɪəfəl/
translation: dzīvespriecīgs, jautrs or priecīgs
example: Even on a rainy Monday morning, she always arrives at the(...)
chemicals
chemicals (noun): substances with a distinct molecular composition that are produced by or used in a chemical process. In a broader sense, everything made of matter is composed of chemicals.
synonyms: substances, compounds, elements, reagents.
pronunciation:(...)
chivalry
Chivalry (noun) /ˈʃɪv.əl.ri/:
The system of behavior followed by knights in the medieval period, including honor, bravery, and courtesy. LV: bruņnieciskums, bruņinieku kodekss.
Very polite, honest, and kind behavior, especially by men towards women. LV: galantums,(...)
choke on the fumes
choke on the fumes (verb phrase): to have difficulty breathing because of strong, unpleasant, or dangerous gas or smoke.
synonyms: gasp for air, suffocate, cough, struggle to breathe.
pronunciation: /tʃəʊk ɒn ðə fjuːmz/
translation: rīstīties no izplūdes gāzēm / smakt(...)
Commissioning phase
Commissioning phase (noun phrase): The final stage of a construction or engineering project where systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, etc.) are tested and verified to ensure they function according to the design intent and the owner's requirements.
synonyms: Startup phase,(...)
compound
Compound sentence
Synonyms: Combined sentence, linked sentence.
Explanation: A sentence that connects two independent ideas using a word like "and," "but," or "so."
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmpaʊnd/
Translation: Salikts sakārtots teikums
Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it(...)
confide in
Explanation: To tell someone a secret or private information because you trust them.
Part of Speech: Phrasal verb
Pronunciation: /kənˈfaɪd ɪn/ (kon-FAYD in)
Translation: Uzticēties
Example: I always confide in my sister when I have a problem at work.
congestion
congestion (noun): the state of being extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people, making movement difficult.
synonyms: jam, bottleneck, blockage, overcrowding.
pronunciation: /kənˈdʒɛstʃən/
translation: sastrēgums / pārpildītība
example: The new bypass was built to(...)
conscientious
conscientious (adjective): putting a lot of effort and care into your work
synonyms: diligent, industrious, meticulous, painstaking.
pronunciation: /ˌkɒnʃiˈɛnʃəs/
translation: apzinīgs, pedantisks, skrupulozs
example: Greg is a conscientious worker who always checks his reports(...)
Contingency
Contingency (noun) /kənˈtɪn.dʒən.si/:
A future event or circumstance which is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty. LV: neparedzēts gadījums, iespējamība.
A provision for an unforeseen event or circumstance, such as an extra amount of money or a backup plan. LV: rīcības(...)
conversation
Synonyms: Talk, chat, discussion, dialogue.
Explanation: An informal talk between two or more people where they share ideas, news, or feelings.
Part of Speech: Noun Pronunciation: /ˌkɒnvəˈseɪʃn/ (kon-ver-SAY-shun)
Translation: Saruna
Example: We had a long conversation about(...)
corrugated
corrugated (adjective): shaped into a series of parallel ridges and grooves (waves) to provide added strength, rigidity, or to facilitate the drainage of liquid.
synonyms: fluted, grooved, ridged, furrowed, wavy. pronunciation: /ˈkɒr.ə.ɡeɪ.tɪd/ translation: gofrēts, viļņots example: The(...)
counter
counter (verb / noun / adverb):
As a verb: to act in opposition to something; to offer a different opinion or a new offer in a negotiation.
As a noun: a long, flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen; or, an action taken to oppose a move by an opponent.
As an adverb: in the opposite(...)
counter with
to counter with (phrasal verb): to respond to a move, an argument, or an offer with one of your own, usually to defend yourself or to gain an advantage.
synonyms: to retaliate with, to respond with, to rebut.
pronunciation: /tuː ˈkaʊntə wɪð/
translation: atbildēt ar, likt pretī,(...)
crammed
crammed (adjective): completely full of people or things that are pushed closely together.
synonyms: packed, crowded, stuffed, jammed.
pronunciation: /kræmd/
translation: pārpildīts, piebāzts
example: The train was so crammed with commuters that i could hardly move my(...)
