Unit 7 Flashcards
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dye
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obarvit; barva; barvivo n C / v /daɪ/ a substance used for changing the colour of something such as clothing or your hair I’ve bought a bottle of hair dye.
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insulation
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izolace n U /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃ(ə)n/ material used for preventing heat, cold, noise, or electricity from passing through something Make sure that you have adequate loft insulation.
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invariably
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beze změny * adv /ɪnˈveəriəbli/ always, or almost always Victoria was invariably late.
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furnishings
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zařízení, vybavení n pl /ˈfɜː(r)nɪʃɪŋz/ such things as furniture, carpets, and curtains The wallpaper should match the furnishings.
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blanket
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přikrývka; deka ** n C /ˈblæŋkɪt/ a thick cover made of wool or another material that you use to keep warm in bed Soft furnishings, like blankets and cushions, will be particularly useful for the elderly.
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take (sth) to pieces
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rozebrat v /ˌteɪk tə ˈpiːsəz/ to separate something into its individual parts It looks like you’re taking the whole house to pieces!
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shortage of
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nedostatek phr /ˈʃɔː(r)tɪdʒ əv/ a lack of something that you need or want Some countries are experiencing a shortage of clean water.
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barrier
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překážka, bariéra ** n C /ˈbæriə(r)/ anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something Disability need not be a barrier to a successful career.
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pesticide
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pesticid n C /ˈpestɪsaɪd/ a chemical used for killing insects, especially those that damage crops The trees have been sprayed with pesticides.
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powder
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prášek ** n U /ˈpaʊdə(r)/ a soft dry substance that looks like dust or sand The detergent is sold in both liquid and powder forms.
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bring up
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vychovat; začít hovořit o v /ˌbrɪŋ ˈʌp/ to take care of a child until he or she becomes an adult Millions of Americans look to her to tell them how to bring up their children.
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drive for
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nadšení, elán; verva phr /ˈdraɪv fɔː(r)/ a big effort to achieve something, especially by a company or government The turn of the century was marked by the drive for super sizes.
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fertiliser
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hnojivo n C /ˈfɜː(r)təˌlaɪzə(r)/ a natural or chemical substance added to soil in order to help plants grow The farm uses a lot of sacks of fertiliser.
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gas-guzzling
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(auto) které strašně žere adj /ˈɡæs ˌɡʌz(ə)lɪŋ/ a gas-guzzling vehicle uses a lot of fuel More and more of these gas-guzzling four-wheelers are finding themselves out on the streets with a For Sale sign in their windows.
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compatible
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hodící se k sobě * adj /kəmˈpætəb(ə)l/ if one piece of computer equipment or software is compatible with another, they can be used together It is compatible with all the major phone manufacturers.
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backpack
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ruksak; batoh n C /ˈbækˌpæk/ a rucksack He put his sleeping bag at the bottom of his backpack.
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make or break
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buď a nebo (totální úspěch nebo nezdar) phr /ˌmeɪk ɔː(r) ˈbreɪk/ bringing either total success or total failure, and therefore very important It’s a make-or-break decision for the manager.
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interest in
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zájem o… phr /ˈɪntrəst ˌɪn/ a feeling of wanting to know about or take part in something The interest in healthier food will also mean that we will be eating more and more organic food.
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climate change
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změna podnebí n U /ˈklaɪmət ˌtʃeɪndʒ/ the changes that are thought to be affecting the world’s weather so that it is becoming warmer The conference will address the problems of climate change.
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organic food
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bio jídlo n U /ɔː(r)ˌɡænɪk ˈfuːd/ organic food or drink is produced using only a small number of artificial chemicals The interest in healthier food will also mean that we will be eating more and more organic food.
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frustrated
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znechucený; otrávený * adj /frʌˈstreɪtɪd/ feeling annoyed and impatient because you are prevented from achieving something Frustrated passengers have started to use other forms of transport.
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supplement
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přídavek; doplněk; dodatek ** n C /ˈsʌplɪment/ a pill or special food that you take or eat when your food does not contain everything that you need We’ll be eating seaweed supplements along with most of our meals.
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breeze
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vánek ** n C /briːz/ a light wind It was a warm day but there was a gentle breeze.
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block
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zablokovat ** v /blɒk/ to stop someone from going forward or making progress Explore the problems and barriers blocking the client’s way.
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query
dotaz; otázka \* n C /ˈkwɪəri/ a question that you ask because you want information or because you are not certain about something One of our staff will be available to answer your queries.
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recycle
recyklovat \* v /riːˈsaɪk(ə)l/ to change waste materials such as newspapers and bottles so that they can be used again Japan recycles 40% of its waste.
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helmet
helma; ochranná přilba \* n C /ˈhelmɪt/ a hard hat that you wear to protect your head He's wearing a motorcycle helmet.
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throw a party
pořádat večírek phr /ˌθrəʊ ə ˈpɑː(r)ti/ to organize a party, especially in your own home Let’s throw a dinner party for him.
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make a difference
mít význam, vliv phr /ˌmeɪk ə ˈdɪfrəns/ to have an important effect on something, especially a good effect This scheme will certainly make a difference to the way I do my job.
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kilt
sukně skotského kroje n C /kɪlt/ a type of traditional Scottish clothing, similar to a skirt, worn by men. Kilts are made of woollen cloth in a pattern called tartan. He wore a kilt in MacIntosh tartan.
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bleed
krvácet \* v /bliːd/ to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut You're bleeding!
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fittings
kování; armatura \* n pl /ˈfɪtɪŋz/ a small part that you connect to something We really need new bathroom fittings.
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tarnish
pošpinit v /ˈtɑː(r)nɪʃ/ if something tarnishes your reputation or image, it makes people have a worse opinion of you than they did before The revelations tarnished her image.
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get in shape
dostat se do formy phr /ˌɡet ɪn ˈʃeɪp/ to improve your physical condition Ever tried to get in shape?
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guided tour
prohlídka s výkladem n C /ˌɡaɪdɪd ˈtʊə(r)/ a short journey around a building or place with a person who tells you about what you are seeing or with a pair of headphones on which you can listen to a recorded description of what you are seeing They gave us a guided tour of the city.
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end product
výsledný produkt n C /ˌend ˈprɒdʌkt/ the thing that is produced at the end of a process What are the end products of fermentation?
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retardant
retardér, zpomalovač n C /rɪˈtɑː(r)d(ə)nt/ a fire retardant is a mixture of chemicals which makes something difficult to burn The final fabric is bleached, dyed and sprayed with a fire retardant.
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bare bones
podstata phr /beə(r) bəʊnz/ the most basic features or details Anderson outlined the bare bones of his strategy.
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lifestyle
životní styl \*\* n U /ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/ the type of life that you have, for example the type of job or house you have or the type of activity you like doing I try to live a healthy, outdoor lifestyle.
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strip
svléknout; odstrojit \*\* v /strɪp/ if you strip something down, you take something such as a machine apart First of all we're stripping the house down to its bare bones.
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PVC
PVC n U /ˌpiː viː ˈsiː/ polyvinyl chloride: a type of plastic used for making clothes, shoes, water pipes etc She's wearing a black PVC raincoat.
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refine
rafinovat; čistit v /rɪˈfaɪn/ to remove things from a natural substance in order to make it pure The powder is refined from pure oil.
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life coach
člověk pomáhající s životními rozhodnutími n C /ˈlaɪf ˌkəʊtʃ/ someone who provides advice and support to people who want to improve their lives, helping them to make decisions, solve problems, and achieve their goals She approached a life coach.
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emission
emise \*\* n C /ɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ the act of sending gas, light, or heat into the air Many countries are trying to limit the emission of greenhouse gases.
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asthma
astma \* n U /ˈæsmə/ a medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe She had an attack of asthma.
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exhaust fume
výfukové plyny n C /ɪɡˈzɔːst ˌfjuːm/ gases or steam produced by an engine as it works Prolonged exposure to diesel exhaust fumes may cause chronic asthma.
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charger
nabíječka n C /ˈtʃɑː(r)dʒə(r)/ a piece of equipment used for providing a battery with electricity Have you seen my phone charger?
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flush
spláchnout; červenat se \* v /flʌʃ/ to make water pass through a toilet If any medicine is left over, flush it down the toilet.
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willpower
síla vůle n U /ˈwɪlˌpaʊə(r)/ the ability to control your thoughts and behaviour in order to achieve something Dieting is just a matter of willpower.
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make time for (sth)
udělat si čas na něco phr /ˌmeɪk ˈtaɪm fə(r)/ to find time to do something or be with someone in spite of being busy He’s finding it difficult to make time for his children.
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thermos bag
termo taška n C /ˈθɜː(r)məs ˌbæɡ/ a container that keeps liquids hot or cold Thanks to new ultra-light materials, thermos bags and bottles will be lighter, smaller and easier to carry.
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increase in
nárůst v… phr /ɪnˈkriːs ˌɪn/ to become larger in amount or number The club has been increasing in popularity.
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cut down on
uříznout; snížit v /kʌt daʊn ɒn/ to reduce an amount of something These improvements will cut down on traffic noise.
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seaweed
chaluha; mořská řasa n C /ˈsiːˌwiːd/ a green or brown plant that grows in the sea At low tide the rocks are covered in seaweed.
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carrier bag
nákupní taška n C /ˈkæriə(r) ˌbæɡ/ a cheap bag that a shop gives you for carrying your goods home I've got a carrier bag full of shopping.
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mosaic
mozaika n C / U /məʊˈzeɪɪk/ a pattern or picture made of many small colored pieces of stone, glass, etc I’m going to build a mosaic wall in the kitchen!
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account for
tvořit; podílet se na v /əˈkaʊnt fɔː(r)/ to form, use, or produce a particular amount or part of a group of people or things Electronic goods account for over 30% of our exports.
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plummet
padat, sletět v /ˈplʌmɪt/ if something such as an amount, rate, or value plummets, it suddenly becomes much lower Share prices plummeted today to a three-month low.
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decorate
(vy)zdobit \*\* v /ˈdekəreɪt/ to put paint or paper on the walls of a room We decorated the kitchen last weekend.
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fossil fuel
fosilní palivo n C /ˈfɒs(ə)l ˌfjuːəl/ a fuel such as coal or oil, made from decayed material from animals or plants that lived many thousands of years ago We are still totally reliant on fossil fuels.
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glove
rukavice \*\* n C /ɡlʌv/ a piece of clothing that covers your fingers and hands We’ll be able to read the football results on the palm of our gloves.
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fancy
představit si; mít chuť \*\* v /ˈfænsi/ to want to have or do something Do you fancy going to the cinema?
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diesel
nafta \* n U /ˈdiːz(ə)l/ heavy oil used as fuel instead of petrol in some engines Fill the tank with diesel.
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polluter
znečišťovatel n C /pəˈluːtə(r)/ a person or company responsible for causing pollution The polluter will pay compensation to the farmers whose land they have polluted.
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plumbing
potrubní rozvody n U /ˈplʌmɪŋ/ the system of pipes, water tanks, and other equipment used for supplying and storing water in a building I spent all day trying to fix a leak in the plumbing.
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pinpoint
stanovit, vypíchnout, zdůraznit v /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/ to discover or explain exactly what something is We’ve been unable to pinpoint the source of the problem.
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extract
výtažek; koncentrát \*\* v /ɪkˈstrækt/ to remove a substance from another substance It's a method of extracting sulphur from copper ore.
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dust
prach \*\* n U /dʌst/ very small pieces of dirt that cover surfaces inside buildings like a powder The dictionaries were covered in dust.
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approve
schválit; schvalovat \*\*\* v /əˈpruːv/ to have a positive feeling towards someone or something that you consider to be good or suitable He seemed to approve of my choice.
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make the most of (sth)
naplno něco využít phr /ˌmeɪk ðə ˈməʊst əv/ to use a good situation to get the best possible result It’s a beautiful day today. Let’s make the most of it.
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tyre
pneumatika \*\* n C /ˈtaɪə(r)/ a thick rubber cover that fits round the wheel of a bicycle, car, or other vehicle I need to change the tyres on my car.
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ink
inkoust \* n C /ɪŋk/ a black or coloured liquid used for writing, drawing, or printing The price of ink cartridges is outrageous.
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spray
postřikovat;sprej \* v /spreɪ/ to cover crops or a large area of land with a chemical spray in order to kill insects or prevent diseases In developing countries, more than 50% of all pesticides used in agriculture are sprayed onto cotton fields.
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layer
vrstva \*\*\* n C /ˈleɪə(r)/ a piece of clothing that you wear underneath or over another piece of clothing Sweatshirts will change colour to show it's time to put on another layer.
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beachwear
plážový oděv n U /ˈbiːtʃˌweə(r)/ light summer clothes that you wear on the beach We need to find a shop that sells beachwear and swimwear.
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extension
telefonní linka; přístavba \*\*\* n C /ɪkˈstenʃ(ə)n/ an extra room or rooms added to a building We are building an extension on the back of our house.
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advances in
pokrok v phr /ədˈvɑːnsəz ɪn/ progress or an instance of progress in science, technology, human knowledge etc In recent years there have been major advances in computer technology.
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hire
najmout si \*\* v /ˈhaɪə(r)/ if you hire something, such as a car, room, or piece of equipment, you pay the owner so that you can use it, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rent You can hire a car at the airport.
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floorboard
podlahové prkno n C /ˈflɔː(r)ˌbɔː(r)d/ a long wooden board that is part of a wooden floor I'm going to sand the floorboards at the weekend.
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greywater tank
nádrž na odpadní vodu z domácností n C /ˈɡreɪwɔːtə(r) ˌtæŋk/ a large metal container for waste water which has been used for domestic activities We don’t know when the greywater tank is coming.
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fabric
tkanina; látka \*\* n C /ˈfæbrɪk/ cloth, especially when it is used for making things such as clothes or curtains She was wearing a dress made of a floral fabric.
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shave
holit (se) \* v /ʃeɪv/ to make a part of your body smooth by cutting off the hair using a razor or shaver I cut myself while I was shaving.
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carbon
uhlík \*\* n U /ˈkɑː(r)bən/ a chemical element that is found in all living things, and can also exist as diamonds or coal The black carbon powder is refined from pure oil.
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solar energy
solární energie n C /ˈsəʊlə(r) ˌenə(r)dʒi/ energy that uses the power of the Sun’s light and heat to produce electricity The company is a pioneer in solar energy and solar heating installations.
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mutual
vzájemný \*\* adj /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/ belonging to or true of two or more people They were introduced by a mutual friend.
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global warming
globální oteplování \* n U /ˌɡləʊb(ə)l ˈwɔː(r)mɪŋ/ the slow increase in the temperature of the Earth caused partly by the greenhouse effect increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere The country is trying to help prevent man-made global warming.
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taste for
záliba v… phr /ˈteɪst fɔː(r)/ if you have a taste for something, you like it Children will develop a taste for more and more complicated computer games.
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appliance
přístroj, zařízení \* n C /əˈplaɪəns/ a machine or piece of equipment that you have in your home, for example a washing machine or refrigerator We stock a wide range of kitchen appliances.
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step-by-step
krok za krokem adj /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep/ a step-by-step plan or set of instructions is easy to follow and explains each stage of a process in a clear and simple way Read our step-by-step guide to home improvement.
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fold
složit; přehnout \*\* v /fəʊld/ if something folds, or if you can fold it, you can bend part of it so that it becomes smaller and easier to carry or store The bed folds away conveniently for storage.
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germ
bakterie n C /dʒɜː(r)m/ a form of bacteria that spreads disease among people or animals It’s a germ that causes sore throats.
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palm
dlaň; palma \*\* n C /pɑːm/ the inside part of your hand, between your fingers and your wrist We’ll be able to read the football results on the palm of our gloves.
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wiring
elektrické vedení; elektroinstalace n U /ˈwaɪərɪŋ/ the electric wires in a building, vehicle, or machine Faulty wiring may have caused the fire.
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solar panel
sluneční kolektor \*\*\* n C /ˈsoʊlər ˌpæn(ə)l/ a piece of equipment that uses energy from the Sun to create power for a building These polycarbonate plastic bricks contain solar panels and a light source.
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substance
látka; substance \*\*\* n C /ˈsʌbstəns/ a particular type of liquid, solid, or gas The wood is coated with a special substance that protects it from the sun.
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tasty
chutný \* adj /ˈteɪsti/ tasty food has a nice flavour We will be able to keep food fresh and tasty out of the fridge for much longer.
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consumption of
spotřeba čeho phr /kənˈsʌmpʃ(ə)n ˌəv/ the amount that someone eats, drinks, or smokes Watch out for a huge increase in the consumption of seafoods.
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demand for
zájem o, poptávka phr /dɪˈmɑːnd fɔː(r)/ the amount of a product or service that people want, or the fact that they want it Demand for organic food is increasing.
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self-cleaning
samočistící adj /ˌselfˈkliːnɪŋ/ if something is self-cleaning it can remove dirt from itself It's possible to buy self-cleaning ovens.
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packaging
balení, obal \* n U /ˈpækɪdʒɪŋ/ the activity of putting products into containers so that they can be sold in shops There have been big advances in packaging technology.
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tunnel
tunel; chodba \*\* n C /ˈtʌn(ə)l/ an underground passage through which vehicles travel They're building a tunnel under the river.
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tile
kachlička; obkladačka; dlaždice n C /taɪl/ a flat square piece of baked clay or another substance used for covering a wall or a floor The floor was made from ceramic tiles.
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heat-sensitive
citlivý na teplo adj /ˈhiːtˌsensətɪv/ reacting quickly or strongly to being hot or cold Heat-sensitive fabrics will also be coming into their own with a hundred and one different uses.
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make it easier
ulehčit si to phr /ˌmeɪk ɪt ˈiːzɪə(r)/ to make something less difficult to do, or need less work How do they make it easier to decide what to do?
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neighbouring
sousední \* adj /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/ near each other A lot of people from neighbouring towns came to the festival.
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dump
zahodit; zbavit se \*\* v /dʌmp/ to get rid of someone or something that you no longer want or need Over 150,000 tonnes of waste are dumped annually along the coastline.
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tank
nádoba; nádrž \*\*\* n C /tæŋk/ a large metal container for liquid or gas The SUV has a large fuel tank.
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icon
ikona \* n C /ˈaɪkɒn/ someone who is very famous and who people think represents a particular idea He was one of the best-known pop icons of the 1980s.
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drill
vrtačka; vrták \* n C /drɪl/ a tool used for making a hole in something. A drill that uses electricity is called an electric drill and a drill that works when you turn a handle is called a hand drill There’s something wrong with that drill.
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damp
mokrý \*\* adj /dæmp/ something that is damp is slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way or when it should be dry The wood won’t burn if it’s damp.
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all the rage
velmi populární phr /ˌɔːl ðə ˈreɪdʒ/ very popular Internet shopping is now all the rage.
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smash up
rozbít v /ˌsmæʃ ˈʌp/ to destroy something completely by violently breaking it into many pieces She got angry and started smashing things up.
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erect
vybudovat; postavit \* v /ɪˈrekt/ to build something such as a statue or bridge A memorial to her was erected after her death.
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SUV
automobil pro volný čas (sport-utility vehicle) n C /ˌes juː ˈviː/ a sports utility vehicle: a vehicle which has a system that provides power to all four wheels The much-loved American SUV (sports utility vehicle) is quickly losing its appeal.
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watch out for
číhat na; dávat si pozor na v /wɒtʃ ˈaʊt fɔː(r)/ to pay attention so that you will see something when it arrives or happens Watch out for cyclists.
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produce
vyrobit; (vy)produkovat \* n U /ˈprɒdjuːs/ fruit, vegetables, and other things that farmers grow The shop sells only organic produce.
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renovation
obnova; modernizace n C/U /ˌrenəˈveɪʃ(ə)n/ the process of making something old to look new again by repairing and improving it, especially a building The government has announced new laws to encourage eco renovations.
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chronic
chronický \* adj /ˈkrɒnɪk/ a chronic illness or chronic pain is serious and lasts for a long time. A serious illness or pain that lasts only for a short time is described as acute She suffers from chronic back pain.
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bleach
odbarvit v /bliːtʃ/ to remove the colour from something with a chemical or through the action of sunlight Raw cloth is bleached and then dyed.
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devastating
pustošivý; otřesný \* adj /ˈdevəˌsteɪtɪŋ/ causing a lot of harm or damage Many people have had to leave their homes due to a devastating flood.
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sarong
sarong (malajský oděv z jednoho kusu látky) n C /səˈrɒŋ/ a long wide piece of cloth that is tied around the waist to make a skirt or at the shoulder to make a dress. It is worn by men and women in Malaysia and some other countries. They showed me how to tie a sarong.
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filter
filtr \*\* n C /ˈfɪltə(r)/ an object or piece of equipment that allows you to remove solid parts that are not wanted from a liquid or gas We've started using a water filter.
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razor
holicí strojek; žiletka \* n C /ˈreɪzə(r)/ a small tool or piece of electrical equipment used for shaving (=removing hair from your skin) I normally use an electric razor.
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rubble
sutiny; trosky n U /ˈrʌb(ə)l/ broken pieces of stone and brick from buildings, walls etc that have been destroyed A bomb reduced the houses to rubble.
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sanding machine
přístroj na broušení n C /ˈsændɪŋ məˌʃiːn/ a piece of equipment that makes something such as wood very smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper Winston’s hired one of those sanding machines.
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integrate
integrovat, začlenit \*\* v /ˈɪntɪˌɡreɪt/ to connect or combine two or more things so that together they form an effective unit or system A whole range of clothes will be developed that can integrate electronics with fabrics.
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genetically modified food
geneticky modifikované potraviny n U /dʒəˌnetɪkli ˌmɒdɪfaɪd ˈfuːd/ food from a plant or animal that has had its genetic structure changed in order to make it more suited to a particular purpose Advances in genetically-modified food will revolutionize our diet.
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four wheeler
čtyřkolka n C /ˌfɔː(r) ˈwiːlə(r)/ a vehicle with four wheels, for example a car or truck More and more of these gas-guzzling four-wheelers are finding themselves out on the streets with a For Sale sign in their windows.
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double glazing
dvojté sklo/zasklení n U /ˌdʌb(ə)l ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ windows or doors that have two layers of glass, so that the building will be warmer and quieter They've fitted new double glazing.
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vintage
vrcholný; nejlepší adj /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/ vintage wine is excellent in quality and was made several years ago She bought a bottle of vintage champagne.
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pop in
zaskočit (na návštěvu) v /pɒp ɪn/ to go somewhere quickly or for a short time I was just passing and I thought I’d pop in and see how the work’s going.
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pathway
cestička pro pěší n C /ˈpɑːθˌweɪ/ a path that you can walk on There's a lovely pathway across the park.
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power up
spustit; pohánět v /ˌpaʊə(r) ˈʌp/ to switch a computer on in the correct way Power up your computer and we’ll start.
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merchandise
zboží n U /ˈmɜː(r)tʃ(ə)ndaɪz/ goods that people buy and sell The band sells a lot of merchandise at their concerts.
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make a point of (doing) (sth)
předsevzít si, že phr /ˌmeɪk ə ˌpɔɪnt əv ˈduːɪŋ/ to be certain that you do something, usually in an obvious way From then on he made a point of avoiding her.
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wind farm
větrná elektrárna n C /ˈwɪnd ˌfɑː(r)m/ a place where wind turbines are used for producing electricity from the power of the wind Several wind farms have been built in the area.
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greenhouse gas
skleníkový plyn n C /ˌɡriːnhaʊs ˈɡæs/ a gas that stops heat from escaping from the atmosphere and causes the greenhouse effect. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas. the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere
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cooperative
družstvo n C /kəʊˈɒp(ə)rətɪv/ a business or other organization owned by the people who work in it who also share the profits We're part of a housing cooperative.
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make sense
dávat smysl phr /ˌmeɪk ˈsens/ to be practical and sensible It makes sense to keep such information on disk.
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sledgehammer
mlat,železná palice n C /ˈsledʒˌhæmə(r)/ a long heavy hammer that you swing with both hands Dan knocked down the wall with a sledgehammer.
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subsidize
dotovat v /ˈsʌbsɪdaɪz/ to pay some of the cost of goods or services so that they can be sold to other people at a lower price Meals in the cafeteria are subsidized by the company.
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obarvit; barva; barvivo n C / v /daɪ/ a substance used for changing the colour of something such as clothing or your hair I've bought a bottle of hair dye.
dye
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izolace n U /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃ(ə)n/ material used for preventing heat, cold, noise, or electricity from passing through something Make sure that you have adequate loft insulation.
insulation
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beze změny \* adv /ɪnˈveəriəbli/ always, or almost always Victoria was invariably late.
invariably
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zařízení, vybavení n pl /ˈfɜː(r)nɪʃɪŋz/ such things as furniture, carpets, and curtains The wallpaper should match the furnishings.
furnishings
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přikrývka; deka \*\* n C /ˈblæŋkɪt/ a thick cover made of wool or another material that you use to keep warm in bed Soft furnishings, like blankets and cushions, will be particularly useful for the elderly.
blanket
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rozebrat v /ˌteɪk tə ˈpiːsəz/ to separate something into its individual parts It looks like you’re taking the whole house to pieces!
take (sth) to pieces
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nedostatek phr /ˈʃɔː(r)tɪdʒ əv/ a lack of something that you need or want Some countries are experiencing a shortage of clean water.
shortage of
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překážka, bariéra \*\* n C /ˈbæriə(r)/ anything that prevents progress or makes it difficult for someone to achieve something Disability need not be a barrier to a successful career.
barrier
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pesticid n C /ˈpestɪsaɪd/ a chemical used for killing insects, especially those that damage crops The trees have been sprayed with pesticides.
pesticide
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prášek \*\* n U /ˈpaʊdə(r)/ a soft dry substance that looks like dust or sand The detergent is sold in both liquid and powder forms.
powder
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vychovat; začít hovořit o v /ˌbrɪŋ ˈʌp/ to take care of a child until he or she becomes an adult Millions of Americans look to her to tell them how to bring up their children.
bring up
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nadšení, elán; verva phr /ˈdraɪv fɔː(r)/ a big effort to achieve something, especially by a company or government The turn of the century was marked by the drive for super sizes.
drive for
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hnojivo n C /ˈfɜː(r)təˌlaɪzə(r)/ a natural or chemical substance added to soil in order to help plants grow The farm uses a lot of sacks of fertiliser.
fertiliser
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(auto) které strašně žere adj /ˈɡæs ˌɡʌz(ə)lɪŋ/ a gas-guzzling vehicle uses a lot of fuel More and more of these gas-guzzling four-wheelers are finding themselves out on the streets with a For Sale sign in their windows.
gas-guzzling
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hodící se k sobě \* adj /kəmˈpætəb(ə)l/ if one piece of computer equipment or software is compatible with another, they can be used together It is compatible with all the major phone manufacturers.
compatible
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ruksak; batoh n C /ˈbækˌpæk/ a rucksack He put his sleeping bag at the bottom of his backpack.
backpack
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buď a nebo (totální úspěch nebo nezdar) phr /ˌmeɪk ɔː(r) ˈbreɪk/ bringing either total success or total failure, and therefore very important It's a make-or-break decision for the manager.
make or break
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zájem o… phr /ˈɪntrəst ˌɪn/ a feeling of wanting to know about or take part in something The interest in healthier food will also mean that we will be eating more and more organic food.
interest in
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změna podnebí n U /ˈklaɪmət ˌtʃeɪndʒ/ the changes that are thought to be affecting the world’s weather so that it is becoming warmer The conference will address the problems of climate change.
climate change
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bio jídlo n U /ɔː(r)ˌɡænɪk ˈfuːd/ organic food or drink is produced using only a small number of artificial chemicals The interest in healthier food will also mean that we will be eating more and more organic food.
organic food
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znechucený; otrávený \* adj /frʌˈstreɪtɪd/ feeling annoyed and impatient because you are prevented from achieving something Frustrated passengers have started to use other forms of transport.
frustrated
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přídavek; doplněk; dodatek \*\* n C /ˈsʌplɪment/ a pill or special food that you take or eat when your food does not contain everything that you need We’ll be eating seaweed supplements along with most of our meals.
supplement
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vánek \*\* n C /briːz/ a light wind It was a warm day but there was a gentle breeze.
breeze
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zablokovat \*\* v /blɒk/ to stop someone from going forward or making progress Explore the problems and barriers blocking the client's way.
block
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dotaz; otázka \* n C /ˈkwɪəri/ a question that you ask because you want information or because you are not certain about something One of our staff will be available to answer your queries.
query
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recyklovat \* v /riːˈsaɪk(ə)l/ to change waste materials such as newspapers and bottles so that they can be used again Japan recycles 40% of its waste.
recycle
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helma; ochranná přilba \* n C /ˈhelmɪt/ a hard hat that you wear to protect your head He's wearing a motorcycle helmet.
helmet
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pořádat večírek phr /ˌθrəʊ ə ˈpɑː(r)ti/ to organize a party, especially in your own home Let’s throw a dinner party for him.
throw a party
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mít význam, vliv phr /ˌmeɪk ə ˈdɪfrəns/ to have an important effect on something, especially a good effect This scheme will certainly make a difference to the way I do my job.
make a difference
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sukně skotského kroje n C /kɪlt/ a type of traditional Scottish clothing, similar to a skirt, worn by men. Kilts are made of woollen cloth in a pattern called tartan. He wore a kilt in MacIntosh tartan.
kilt
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krvácet \* v /bliːd/ to have blood flowing from your body, for example from a cut You're bleeding!
bleed
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kování; armatura \* n pl /ˈfɪtɪŋz/ a small part that you connect to something We really need new bathroom fittings.
fittings
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pošpinit v /ˈtɑː(r)nɪʃ/ if something tarnishes your reputation or image, it makes people have a worse opinion of you than they did before The revelations tarnished her image.
tarnish
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dostat se do formy phr /ˌɡet ɪn ˈʃeɪp/ to improve your physical condition Ever tried to get in shape?
get in shape
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prohlídka s výkladem n C /ˌɡaɪdɪd ˈtʊə(r)/ a short journey around a building or place with a person who tells you about what you are seeing or with a pair of headphones on which you can listen to a recorded description of what you are seeing They gave us a guided tour of the city.
guided tour
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výsledný produkt n C /ˌend ˈprɒdʌkt/ the thing that is produced at the end of a process What are the end products of fermentation?
end product
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retardér, zpomalovač n C /rɪˈtɑː(r)d(ə)nt/ a fire retardant is a mixture of chemicals which makes something difficult to burn The final fabric is bleached, dyed and sprayed with a fire retardant.
retardant
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podstata phr /beə(r) bəʊnz/ the most basic features or details Anderson outlined the bare bones of his strategy.
bare bones
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životní styl \*\* n U /ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/ the type of life that you have, for example the type of job or house you have or the type of activity you like doing I try to live a healthy, outdoor lifestyle.
lifestyle
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svléknout; odstrojit \*\* v /strɪp/ if you strip something down, you take something such as a machine apart First of all we're stripping the house down to its bare bones.
strip
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PVC n U /ˌpiː viː ˈsiː/ polyvinyl chloride: a type of plastic used for making clothes, shoes, water pipes etc She's wearing a black PVC raincoat.
PVC
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rafinovat; čistit v /rɪˈfaɪn/ to remove things from a natural substance in order to make it pure The powder is refined from pure oil.
refine
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člověk pomáhající s životními rozhodnutími n C /ˈlaɪf ˌkəʊtʃ/ someone who provides advice and support to people who want to improve their lives, helping them to make decisions, solve problems, and achieve their goals She approached a life coach.
life coach
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emise \*\* n C /ɪˈmɪʃ(ə)n/ the act of sending gas, light, or heat into the air Many countries are trying to limit the emission of greenhouse gases.
emission
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astma \* n U /ˈæsmə/ a medical condition that makes it difficult to breathe She had an attack of asthma.
asthma
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výfukové plyny n C /ɪɡˈzɔːst ˌfjuːm/ gases or steam produced by an engine as it works Prolonged exposure to diesel exhaust fumes may cause chronic asthma.
exhaust fume
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nabíječka n C /ˈtʃɑː(r)dʒə(r)/ a piece of equipment used for providing a battery with electricity Have you seen my phone charger?
charger
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spláchnout; červenat se \* v /flʌʃ/ to make water pass through a toilet If any medicine is left over, flush it down the toilet.
flush
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síla vůle n U /ˈwɪlˌpaʊə(r)/ the ability to control your thoughts and behaviour in order to achieve something Dieting is just a matter of willpower.
willpower
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udělat si čas na něco phr /ˌmeɪk ˈtaɪm fə(r)/ to find time to do something or be with someone in spite of being busy He’s finding it difficult to make time for his children.
make time for (sth)
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termo taška n C /ˈθɜː(r)məs ˌbæɡ/ a container that keeps liquids hot or cold Thanks to new ultra-light materials, thermos bags and bottles will be lighter, smaller and easier to carry.
thermos bag
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nárůst v… phr /ɪnˈkriːs ˌɪn/ to become larger in amount or number The club has been increasing in popularity.
increase in
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uříznout; snížit v /kʌt daʊn ɒn/ to reduce an amount of something These improvements will cut down on traffic noise.
cut down on
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chaluha; mořská řasa n C /ˈsiːˌwiːd/ a green or brown plant that grows in the sea At low tide the rocks are covered in seaweed.
seaweed
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nákupní taška n C /ˈkæriə(r) ˌbæɡ/ a cheap bag that a shop gives you for carrying your goods home I've got a carrier bag full of shopping.
carrier bag
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mozaika n C / U /məʊˈzeɪɪk/ a pattern or picture made of many small colored pieces of stone, glass, etc I’m going to build a mosaic wall in the kitchen!
mosaic
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tvořit; podílet se na v /əˈkaʊnt fɔː(r)/ to form, use, or produce a particular amount or part of a group of people or things Electronic goods account for over 30% of our exports.
account for
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padat, sletět v /ˈplʌmɪt/ if something such as an amount, rate, or value plummets, it suddenly becomes much lower Share prices plummeted today to a three-month low.
plummet
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(vy)zdobit \*\* v /ˈdekəreɪt/ to put paint or paper on the walls of a room We decorated the kitchen last weekend.
decorate
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fosilní palivo n C /ˈfɒs(ə)l ˌfjuːəl/ a fuel such as coal or oil, made from decayed material from animals or plants that lived many thousands of years ago We are still totally reliant on fossil fuels.
fossil fuel
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rukavice \*\* n C /ɡlʌv/ a piece of clothing that covers your fingers and hands We’ll be able to read the football results on the palm of our gloves.
glove
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představit si; mít chuť \*\* v /ˈfænsi/ to want to have or do something Do you fancy going to the cinema?
fancy
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nafta \* n U /ˈdiːz(ə)l/ heavy oil used as fuel instead of petrol in some engines Fill the tank with diesel.
diesel
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znečišťovatel n C /pəˈluːtə(r)/ a person or company responsible for causing pollution The polluter will pay compensation to the farmers whose land they have polluted.
polluter
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potrubní rozvody n U /ˈplʌmɪŋ/ the system of pipes, water tanks, and other equipment used for supplying and storing water in a building I spent all day trying to fix a leak in the plumbing.
plumbing
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stanovit, vypíchnout, zdůraznit v /ˈpɪnˌpɔɪnt/ to discover or explain exactly what something is We’ve been unable to pinpoint the source of the problem.
pinpoint
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výtažek; koncentrát \*\* v /ɪkˈstrækt/ to remove a substance from another substance It's a method of extracting sulphur from copper ore.
extract
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prach \*\* n U /dʌst/ very small pieces of dirt that cover surfaces inside buildings like a powder The dictionaries were covered in dust.
dust
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schválit; schvalovat \*\*\* v /əˈpruːv/ to have a positive feeling towards someone or something that you consider to be good or suitable He seemed to approve of my choice.
approve
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naplno něco využít phr /ˌmeɪk ðə ˈməʊst əv/ to use a good situation to get the best possible result It’s a beautiful day today. Let’s make the most of it.
make the most of (sth)
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pneumatika \*\* n C /ˈtaɪə(r)/ a thick rubber cover that fits round the wheel of a bicycle, car, or other vehicle I need to change the tyres on my car.
tyre
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inkoust \* n C /ɪŋk/ a black or coloured liquid used for writing, drawing, or printing The price of ink cartridges is outrageous.
ink
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postřikovat;sprej \* v /spreɪ/ to cover crops or a large area of land with a chemical spray in order to kill insects or prevent diseases In developing countries, more than 50% of all pesticides used in agriculture are sprayed onto cotton fields.
spray
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vrstva \*\*\* n C /ˈleɪə(r)/ a piece of clothing that you wear underneath or over another piece of clothing Sweatshirts will change colour to show it's time to put on another layer.
layer
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plážový oděv n U /ˈbiːtʃˌweə(r)/ light summer clothes that you wear on the beach We need to find a shop that sells beachwear and swimwear.
beachwear
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telefonní linka; přístavba \*\*\* n C /ɪkˈstenʃ(ə)n/ an extra room or rooms added to a building We are building an extension on the back of our house.
extension
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pokrok v phr /ədˈvɑːnsəz ɪn/ progress or an instance of progress in science, technology, human knowledge etc In recent years there have been major advances in computer technology.
advances in
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najmout si \*\* v /ˈhaɪə(r)/ if you hire something, such as a car, room, or piece of equipment, you pay the owner so that you can use it, especially for a short time. The usual American word is rent You can hire a car at the airport.
hire
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podlahové prkno n C /ˈflɔː(r)ˌbɔː(r)d/ a long wooden board that is part of a wooden floor I'm going to sand the floorboards at the weekend.
floorboard
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nádrž na odpadní vodu z domácností n C /ˈɡreɪwɔːtə(r) ˌtæŋk/ a large metal container for waste water which has been used for domestic activities We don’t know when the greywater tank is coming.
greywater tank
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tkanina; látka \*\* n C /ˈfæbrɪk/ cloth, especially when it is used for making things such as clothes or curtains She was wearing a dress made of a floral fabric.
fabric
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holit (se) \* v /ʃeɪv/ to make a part of your body smooth by cutting off the hair using a razor or shaver I cut myself while I was shaving.
shave
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uhlík \*\* n U /ˈkɑː(r)bən/ a chemical element that is found in all living things, and can also exist as diamonds or coal The black carbon powder is refined from pure oil.
carbon
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solární energie n C /ˈsəʊlə(r) ˌenə(r)dʒi/ energy that uses the power of the Sun’s light and heat to produce electricity The company is a pioneer in solar energy and solar heating installations.
solar energy
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vzájemný \*\* adj /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/ belonging to or true of two or more people They were introduced by a mutual friend.
mutual
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globální oteplování \* n U /ˌɡləʊb(ə)l ˈwɔː(r)mɪŋ/ the slow increase in the temperature of the Earth caused partly by the greenhouse effect increasing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere The country is trying to help prevent man-made global warming.
global warming
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záliba v… phr /ˈteɪst fɔː(r)/ if you have a taste for something, you like it Children will develop a taste for more and more complicated computer games.
taste for
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přístroj, zařízení \* n C /əˈplaɪəns/ a machine or piece of equipment that you have in your home, for example a washing machine or refrigerator We stock a wide range of kitchen appliances.
appliance
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krok za krokem adj /ˌstep baɪ ˈstep/ a step-by-step plan or set of instructions is easy to follow and explains each stage of a process in a clear and simple way Read our step-by-step guide to home improvement.
step-by-step
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složit; přehnout \*\* v /fəʊld/ if something folds, or if you can fold it, you can bend part of it so that it becomes smaller and easier to carry or store The bed folds away conveniently for storage.
fold
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bakterie n C /dʒɜː(r)m/ a form of bacteria that spreads disease among people or animals It’s a germ that causes sore throats.
germ
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dlaň; palma \*\* n C /pɑːm/ the inside part of your hand, between your fingers and your wrist We’ll be able to read the football results on the palm of our gloves.
palm
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elektrické vedení; elektroinstalace n U /ˈwaɪərɪŋ/ the electric wires in a building, vehicle, or machine Faulty wiring may have caused the fire.
wiring
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sluneční kolektor \*\*\* n C /ˈsoʊlər ˌpæn(ə)l/ a piece of equipment that uses energy from the Sun to create power for a building These polycarbonate plastic bricks contain solar panels and a light source.
solar panel
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látka; substance \*\*\* n C /ˈsʌbstəns/ a particular type of liquid, solid, or gas The wood is coated with a special substance that protects it from the sun.
substance
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chutný \* adj /ˈteɪsti/ tasty food has a nice flavour We will be able to keep food fresh and tasty out of the fridge for much longer.
tasty
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spotřeba čeho phr /kənˈsʌmpʃ(ə)n ˌəv/ the amount that someone eats, drinks, or smokes Watch out for a huge increase in the consumption of seafoods.
consumption of
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zájem o, poptávka phr /dɪˈmɑːnd fɔː(r)/ the amount of a product or service that people want, or the fact that they want it Demand for organic food is increasing.
demand for
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samočistící adj /ˌselfˈkliːnɪŋ/ if something is self-cleaning it can remove dirt from itself It's possible to buy self-cleaning ovens.
self-cleaning
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balení, obal \* n U /ˈpækɪdʒɪŋ/ the activity of putting products into containers so that they can be sold in shops There have been big advances in packaging technology.
packaging
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tunel; chodba \*\* n C /ˈtʌn(ə)l/ an underground passage through which vehicles travel They're building a tunnel under the river.
tunnel
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kachlička; obkladačka; dlaždice n C /taɪl/ a flat square piece of baked clay or another substance used for covering a wall or a floor The floor was made from ceramic tiles.
tile
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citlivý na teplo adj /ˈhiːtˌsensətɪv/ reacting quickly or strongly to being hot or cold Heat-sensitive fabrics will also be coming into their own with a hundred and one different uses.
heat-sensitive
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ulehčit si to phr /ˌmeɪk ɪt ˈiːzɪə(r)/ to make something less difficult to do, or need less work How do they make it easier to decide what to do?
make it easier
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sousední \* adj /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/ near each other A lot of people from neighbouring towns came to the festival.
neighbouring
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zahodit; zbavit se \*\* v /dʌmp/ to get rid of someone or something that you no longer want or need Over 150,000 tonnes of waste are dumped annually along the coastline.
dump
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nádoba; nádrž \*\*\* n C /tæŋk/ a large metal container for liquid or gas The SUV has a large fuel tank.
tank
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ikona \* n C /ˈaɪkɒn/ someone who is very famous and who people think represents a particular idea He was one of the best-known pop icons of the 1980s.
icon
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vrtačka; vrták \* n C /drɪl/ a tool used for making a hole in something. A drill that uses electricity is called an electric drill and a drill that works when you turn a handle is called a hand drill There’s something wrong with that drill.
drill
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mokrý \*\* adj /dæmp/ something that is damp is slightly wet, often in an unpleasant way or when it should be dry The wood won’t burn if it’s damp.
damp
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velmi populární phr /ˌɔːl ðə ˈreɪdʒ/ very popular Internet shopping is now all the rage.
all the rage
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rozbít v /ˌsmæʃ ˈʌp/ to destroy something completely by violently breaking it into many pieces She got angry and started smashing things up.
smash up
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vybudovat; postavit \* v /ɪˈrekt/ to build something such as a statue or bridge A memorial to her was erected after her death.
erect
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automobil pro volný čas (sport-utility vehicle) n C /ˌes juː ˈviː/ a sports utility vehicle: a vehicle which has a system that provides power to all four wheels The much-loved American SUV (sports utility vehicle) is quickly losing its appeal.
SUV
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číhat na; dávat si pozor na v /wɒtʃ ˈaʊt fɔː(r)/ to pay attention so that you will see something when it arrives or happens Watch out for cyclists.
watch out for
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vyrobit; (vy)produkovat \* n U /ˈprɒdjuːs/ fruit, vegetables, and other things that farmers grow The shop sells only organic produce.
produce
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obnova; modernizace n C/U /ˌrenəˈveɪʃ(ə)n/ the process of making something old to look new again by repairing and improving it, especially a building The government has announced new laws to encourage eco renovations.
renovation
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chronický \* adj /ˈkrɒnɪk/ a chronic illness or chronic pain is serious and lasts for a long time. A serious illness or pain that lasts only for a short time is described as acute She suffers from chronic back pain.
chronic
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odbarvit v /bliːtʃ/ to remove the colour from something with a chemical or through the action of sunlight Raw cloth is bleached and then dyed.
bleach
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pustošivý; otřesný \* adj /ˈdevəˌsteɪtɪŋ/ causing a lot of harm or damage Many people have had to leave their homes due to a devastating flood.
devastating
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sarong (malajský oděv z jednoho kusu látky) n C /səˈrɒŋ/ a long wide piece of cloth that is tied around the waist to make a skirt or at the shoulder to make a dress. It is worn by men and women in Malaysia and some other countries. They showed me how to tie a sarong.
sarong
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filtr \*\* n C /ˈfɪltə(r)/ an object or piece of equipment that allows you to remove solid parts that are not wanted from a liquid or gas We've started using a water filter.
filter
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holicí strojek; žiletka \* n C /ˈreɪzə(r)/ a small tool or piece of electrical equipment used for shaving (=removing hair from your skin) I normally use an electric razor.
razor
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sutiny; trosky n U /ˈrʌb(ə)l/ broken pieces of stone and brick from buildings, walls etc that have been destroyed A bomb reduced the houses to rubble.
rubble
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přístroj na broušení n C /ˈsændɪŋ məˌʃiːn/ a piece of equipment that makes something such as wood very smooth by rubbing it with sandpaper Winston’s hired one of those sanding machines.
sanding machine
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integrovat, začlenit \*\* v /ˈɪntɪˌɡreɪt/ to connect or combine two or more things so that together they form an effective unit or system A whole range of clothes will be developed that can integrate electronics with fabrics.
integrate
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geneticky modifikované potraviny n U /dʒəˌnetɪkli ˌmɒdɪfaɪd ˈfuːd/ food from a plant or animal that has had its genetic structure changed in order to make it more suited to a particular purpose Advances in genetically-modified food will revolutionize our diet.
genetically modified food
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čtyřkolka n C /ˌfɔː(r) ˈwiːlə(r)/ a vehicle with four wheels, for example a car or truck More and more of these gas-guzzling four-wheelers are finding themselves out on the streets with a For Sale sign in their windows.
four wheeler
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dvojté sklo/zasklení n U /ˌdʌb(ə)l ˈɡleɪzɪŋ/ windows or doors that have two layers of glass, so that the building will be warmer and quieter They've fitted new double glazing.
double glazing
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vrcholný; nejlepší adj /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/ vintage wine is excellent in quality and was made several years ago She bought a bottle of vintage champagne.
vintage
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zaskočit (na návštěvu) v /pɒp ɪn/ to go somewhere quickly or for a short time I was just passing and I thought I’d pop in and see how the work’s going.
pop in
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cestička pro pěší n C /ˈpɑːθˌweɪ/ a path that you can walk on There's a lovely pathway across the park.
pathway
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spustit; pohánět v /ˌpaʊə(r) ˈʌp/ to switch a computer on in the correct way Power up your computer and we’ll start.
power up
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zboží n U /ˈmɜː(r)tʃ(ə)ndaɪz/ goods that people buy and sell The band sells a lot of merchandise at their concerts.
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předsevzít si, že phr /ˌmeɪk ə ˌpɔɪnt əv ˈduːɪŋ/ to be certain that you do something, usually in an obvious way From then on he made a point of avoiding her.
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větrná elektrárna n C /ˈwɪnd ˌfɑː(r)m/ a place where wind turbines are used for producing electricity from the power of the wind Several wind farms have been built in the area.
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skleníkový plyn n C /ˌɡriːnhaʊs ˈɡæs/ a gas that stops heat from escaping from the atmosphere and causes the greenhouse effect. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas. the release of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere
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družstvo n C /kəʊˈɒp(ə)rətɪv/ a business or other organization owned by the people who work in it who also share the profits We're part of a housing cooperative.
cooperative
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dávat smysl phr /ˌmeɪk ˈsens/ to be practical and sensible It makes sense to keep such information on disk.
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mlat,železná palice n C /ˈsledʒˌhæmə(r)/ a long heavy hammer that you swing with both hands Dan knocked down the wall with a sledgehammer.
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dotovat v /ˈsʌbsɪdaɪz/ to pay some of the cost of goods or services so that they can be sold to other people at a lower price Meals in the cafeteria are subsidized by the company.
subsidize
