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almond shaped
al·mond-shaped a. 아몬드 형의, (한쪽 또는 양쪽의) 끝이 뾰족한 타원형의
hap 관용구
bent out of shape
needlessly worried about something.
happy as a box of birds
joyful, very happy When we go to the lake, the kids are as happy as a box of birds.
happy as a clam/lark
very happy, carefree When Tim is working on his car, he's happy as a clam.
happy as a pig in shit
very happy, contented """Does Caleb like farm life?"" ""He's happy as a pig in shit."""
happy camper
a person who is happy most of the time Jack's a happy camper today. He's smiling and whistling.
happy hour
an hour (or hours) when bar drinks are cheaper Adam has invited me to the lounge for happy hour.
happy motoring
have a good trip in your car The slogan of the auto club is Happy Motoring!
in any way, shape or form
in any way, at all, in the least Winning the award didn't affect her in any way, shape or form. She hasn't changed at all.
in bad shape
not feeling well, out of it The day after the party I was in bad shape. How my head ached!
keep in good shape
care for your body, be fit, keep fit You keep your body in good shape. You look fit.
shape up
begin to act and look right He has finally begun to shape up and is doing his job much better.
shape up or ship out
improve your work or go away, if you can't cut it... """Soldiers must obey orders,"" the officer said. ""You will learn to shape up or ship out."""
whip you into shape
help you become fit, improve your fitness These aerobic exercises will whip you into shape.
chap
1. a man;"This chap came up to me and told me to shut my mouth"
2. a form of address; usually associated with the speech of the upper classes."I say old chap, fancy joining us for a gin and tonic?"
3. inadequate or displeasing:"That test chapped"
4. see chap ass
chap ass
to chap sb's ass: to depress or make upset or sad;"That F in history really chaps my ass"
chapel hat pegs
erect and prominent female nipples
chappie
lip balm. Origin: the brand-name Chapstick:"I need some chappy"
whas happenin
a greeting pattern meaning hello, how are you, whassup and what up but it is older term
happen on
meet with;come unexpectedly on (偶然)遇见
I happened on this old photograph in the back of the drawer.在抽屉后面我偶尔发现了这张旧照片。
At the conference I happened upon an old friend I had not seen for years.在大会期间我偶然遇到了一位多年不见的朋友。
happen on/upon
meet with;come unexpectedly on (偶然)遇见
I happened on this old photograph in the back of the drawer.在抽屉后面我偶尔发现了这张旧照片。
At the conference I happened upon an old friend I had not seen for years.在大会期间我偶然遇到了一位多年不见的朋友。
happen to
chance to碰巧
I happened to be out when he called.他来访时我碰巧外出了。
happen upon
meet with;come unexpectedly on (偶然)遇见
I happened on this old photograph in the back of the drawer.在抽屉后面我偶尔发现了这张旧照片。
At the conference I happened upon an old friend I had not seen for years.在大会期间我偶然遇到了一位多年不见的朋友。
out of shape
1.not looking the same;changed不成形;走样
The box was crushed out of shape.箱子已被压得歪歪斜斜了。
The front wheel of the bicycle was out of shape;and several spokes were broken.自行车前轮变形了,还断了好几根钢条。
2.not able to perform well竞技状态不好
He is out of shape,that's why he can't play as well as he used to.他竞技状态不佳,所以打得不如从前那么好了。
3.not in good condition身体不佳;生病
I get tired easily;I must be out of shape.我动不动就感到疲倦,一定是病了。
She went to school as usual though she had been out of shape for several days.尽管身体不舒服已好几天了,她还是照常上学。
out of shape/condition
1.not looking the same;changed不成形;走样
The box was crushed out of shape.箱子已被压得歪歪斜斜了。
The front wheel of the bicycle was out of shape;and several spokes were broken.自行车前轮变形了,还断了好几根钢条。
2.not able to perform well竞技状态不好
He is out of shape,that's why he can't play as well as he used to.他竞技状态不佳,所以打得不如从前那么好了。
3.not in good condition身体不佳;生病
I get tired easily;I must be out of shape.我动不动就感到疲倦,一定是病了。
She went to school as usual though she had been out of shape for several days.尽管身体不舒服已好几天了,她还是照常上学。
strike a happy medium
Idiom(s): strike a happy medium AND hit a happy medium
Theme: COMPROMISE
to find a compromise position; to arrive at a position halfway between two unacceptable extremes.
• Ann likes very spicy food, but Bob doesn't care for spicy food at all. We are trying to find a restaurant that strikes a happy medium.
• Tom is either very happy or very sad. He can't seem to hit a happy medium.
sit back and let sth happen
Idiom(s): sit back and let sth happen
Theme: INACTION
to relax and not interfere with something; to let something happen without playing a part in it.
• I can't just sit back and let you waste all our money!
• Don't worry. Just sit back and let things take care of themselves.
shape sb up
Idiom(s): shape sb up
Theme: PHYSICAL - IMPROVEMENT
to get someone into good physical shape.
• I've got to shape myself up to improve my health.
• The trainer was told that he'd have to shape up the boxer before the fight.
no matter what happens
Idiom(s): no matter what happens
Theme: REGARDLESS
in any event; without regard to what happens (in the future).
• We'll be there on time, no matter what.
• No matter what happens, we'll still be friends.
live happily ever after
Idiom(s): live happily ever after
Theme: HAPPINESS
to live in happiness after a specific event. (Usually found in fairy tales.)
• The prince and the princess lived happily ever after.
• They went away from the horrible haunted castle and lived happily ever after.
lick sth into shape
Idiom(s): lick something into shape AND whip something into shape
Theme: PREPARATION
to put something into good condition. (Informal.)
• I have to lick this report into shape this morning.
• Let's all lend a hand and whip this house into shape. It's a mess.
in good shape
Idiom(s): in good shape AND in good condition
Theme: FUNCTIONING
physically and functionally sound and sturdy.
• This car isn't in good shape. I'd like to have one that's in better condition.
• Mary is in good condition. She works hard to keep healthy.
• You have to make an effort to get into good shape.
in case sth happens
Idiom(s): in case sth happens
Theme: HAPPENING
in the event that something takes place.
• She carries an umbrella in case it rains.
• I have some aspirin in my office in case I get a headache.
happy as a lark
Idiom(s): (as) happy as a lark
Theme: HAPPINESS
visibly happy and cheerful. (Note the variations in the examples.)
• Sally walked along whistling, as happy as a lark.
• The children danced and sang, happy as larks.
happy as a clam
Idiom(s): (as) happy as a clam
Theme: HAPPINESS
happy and content. (Note the variations in the examples.)
• Tom sat there smiling, as happy as a clam.
• There they all sat, eating corn on the cob and looking happy as clams.
fat and happy
Idiom(s): fat and happy
Theme: HAPPINESS
well-fed and content. (Fixed order.)
• Since all the employees were fat and happy, there was little incentive to improve productivity.
• You look fat and happy Has life been treating you well?
chapter and verse
Idiom(s): chapter and verse
Theme: DESCRIPTION
detailed, in reference to sources of information. (A reference to the method of referring to biblical text. Fixed order.)
• He gave chapter and verse for his reasons for disputing that Shakespeare had written the play.
• The suspect gave chapter and verse of his associate's activities.
whip sth into shape
Idiom(s): lick something into shape AND whip something into shape
Theme: PREPARATION
to put something into good condition. (Informal.)
• I have to lick this report into shape this morning.
• Let's all lend a hand and whip this house into shape. It's a mess.
in shape
Idiom(s): in condition AND in shape
Theme: HEALTH - FIT
in good health; strong and healthy. (Used only with people.)
• Bob exercises frequently, so he's in condition.
• If I were in shape, I could run faster and farther.
• I'm not healthy. I have to try to get into shape.
hit a happy medium
Idiom(s): strike a happy medium AND hit a happy medium
Theme: COMPROMISE
to find a compromise position; to arrive at a position halfway between two unacceptable extremes.
• Ann likes very spicy food, but Bob doesn't care for spicy food at all. We are trying to find a restaurant that strikes a happy medium.
• Tom is either very happy or very sad. He can't seem to hit a happy medium.
Accidents will happen.
Some unfortunate events must be accepted as inevitable.
Accident waiting to happen
If something is an accident waiting to happen, there's definitely going to be an accident or it's bound to go wrong. ('Disaster waiting to happen' is also used.)
Bad shape
If something's in bad shape, it's in bad condition. If a person's in bad shape, they are unfit or unhealthy.
Chaps my ass
When something/someone really annoys you, it chaps your ass.
Go pear-shaped
If things have gone wrong, they have gone pear-shaped.
Gone pear-shaped
(UK) If things have gone pear-shaped they have either gone wrong or produced an unexpected and unwanted result.
Good shape
If something's in good shape, it's in good condition. If a person's in good shape, they are fit and healthy.
Happy medium
If you reach a happy medium, you are making a compromise; reaching a conclusion or decision.
Many happy returns
This expression is used to wish someone a happy birthday.
Shipshape and Bristol fashion
If things are shipshape and Bristol fashion, they are in perfect working order.
Worse things happen at sea
This idiomatic expression is used as a way of telling someone not to worry so much about their problems.
An hap idiom dictionary is a great resource for writers, students, and anyone looking to expand their vocabulary. It contains a list of words with similar meanings with hap, allowing users to choose the best word for their specific context.
유사한 단어 사전, 다른 단어, 동의어, 숙어 관용구 hap