We often experience the feeling of wanting someone or something that we cannot have. However, we may not know a proper term to use to express this feeling appropriately. Therefore, this article will be highlighting the best terms that help to describe this specific feeling or situation.
In this article, we will be highlight ten terms that express wanting something that you can’t have, their specific meanings and how we can use them in a sentence. The specific terms we will be looking at are:
- Unattainable
- Unobtainable
- Unrequited
- Longing
- Yearning
- A Pipe Dream
- Unreachable
- Unrealistic
- Inaccessible
- Unreciprocated
The preferred version that we will highlight is “unattainable”. This is because “unattainable” is a very strong way of expressing something that we do not believe that we will ever be able to successfully have or possess in our lifetime.
Unattainable
Cambridge Dictionary defines “unattainable” as not able to be achieved. Therefore, we generally find something that is “unattainable” as something that we will be able to get, even if we put forth a tremendous amount of effort. Occasionally, the “unattainable” can make us lose self-confidence.
When we find that something is “unattainable”, we often give up hope or our efforts of trying.
Here are some examples of how we can use this specific term:
- She is entirely unattainable, there is no point in me even trying to ask her out on a date.
- I think a perfect score on my geometry exam is very unattainable. An 80% is a much more realistic goal.
- That job is unattainable because I do not possess the proper qualifications at this time.
Unobtainable
Cambridge Dictionary defines “unobtainable” as not able to be obtained. This is often used in terms of something that we believe we will never possess or own. Therefore, we can often relate the “unobtainable” to something that we do not have the finances for.
“Unobtainable” describes something that we believe we cannot get, regardless of size or worth.
Some of the ways we can use this particular term are:
- I would love to own a mansion, but at this point in life, it is very unobtainable.
- That new sports car is a dream of mine, but I think it’ll always be unobtainable.
- It may be unobtainable now, however, it is something that you can always work towards in the future.
Unrequited
Cambridge Dictionary defines “unrequited” as if the love that you feel for someone is unrequited, it is not felt in the same way by the other person. Therefore, we will use the term “unrequited” when we are describing someone that we love, which doesn’t return the sentiment towards us.
Often, we consider an “unrequited” love to be a source of immense heartbreak. This may also be someone that we have a lot of feelings for, that we have never dated, but will also never have the opportunity to do so.
Here are a few examples that highlight this particular term:
- She felt the sting of unrequited love; one that would never be returned to her.
- He considered his feeling towards her to be unrequited in the sense that she may not know about them, but he was aware she would never feel the same.
- Her husband passed away years ago, but her feelings never dissipated and her love was unrequited.
Longing
Cambridge Dictionary defines “longing” as a feeling of wanting someone or something very much. Therefore, we can often characterize a “longing” as an immense desire that is not being fulfilled or that we believe may never be fulfilled.
Often, we also equate a “longing” for something or someone with a sense of sadness or loneliness, as our lives may not feel complete without it.
We will now go over a few examples showcasing the use of this term:
- He had a longing for the newest gaming system, but his parents would not buy it for him.
- She had a longing to travel the world, however, she wasn’t sure that would ever happen.
- When he gazed at her, his eyes were filled with longing and immense desire.
Yearning
Cambridge Dictionary defines “yearning” as a strong feeling of wishing for something, especially something that you cannot have or get easily. Therefore, we often have a “yearning” for something that we believe is very far out of our potential grasp.
“Yearning” is another term that is usually characterized by a feeling of loss or sadness. We are often quite mournful over something that we believe we can never attain.
Here are a few examples of how we can use this particular term:
- I live in a busy city centre, so I’ve always had a yearning to live in the country.
- She had a yearning to be with a married man, which left her feeling very depressed and lonely.
- He had a yearning to own a dog, but his father was allergic.
A Pipe Dream
Cambridge Dictionary defines “a pipe dream” as an idea or plan that is impossible or very unlikely to happen. Therefore, when someone is describing “a pipe dream” it is often something that we are well aware can’t happen or would take an incredible amount of effort to make happen.
“A pipe dream” is often something we think about, but are aware can’t actually occur. Occasionally, we will use “a pipe dream” as a way to fantasize about escaping reality.
Some ways in which we can use this term are:
- He wanted to become a million, which was definitely a pipe dream.
- Her plans are entirely unrealistic and will never amount to more than a pipe dream.
- The thought of owning a castle and becoming a princess in a faraway land is a pipe dream.
Unreachable
Cambridge Dictionary defines “unreachable” as if a place or thing is unreachable, it is not possible to get to it or to get hold of it. Similarly, we can consider a relationship to be “unreachable”, as in it is not something that we will ever have or can obtain.
When we consider something to be “unreachable”, we often have a sense of dread or instantly lose our drive to continue to strive towards it.
We will now go over a few examples that highlight the appropriate use of the term”
- The village had become unreachable during the spring downpours because of landslides.
- He was unreachable by phone for the last two days, causing us all immense worry.
- That job is unreachable for me at the moment, but I can perhaps work towards it in the future.
Unrealistic
Cambridge Dictionary defines “unrealistic” as having a wrong idea of what is likely to happen or of what you can really do, not based on facts. Therefore, something or someone that is “unrealistic” to us is often considered to be an inappropriate or flat-out wrong option.
Often, something that is “unrealistic” can cause immense disappointment, as this is not something that will generally work out in our favour.
To further showcase how we can use this term, here are a few examples:
- I think the sales forecasts are entirely unrealistic for the next quarter. I’m not sure what the CEO is thinking.
- That relationship is unrealistic man, she’s a famous celebrity! You need to move on!
- It’s not healthy to set unrealistic expectations for yourself, as you end up feeling like you’ve let yourself and everyone around you down.
Inaccessible
Cambridge Dictionary defines “inaccessible” as very difficult or impossible to travel to or out of reach. At the same time, we can also find the meaning of something to be “inaccessible”, depicting it as something that is difficult to understand or appreciate fully.
Therefore, when we consider something to be “inaccessible”, we generally consider it to be something we will never have, or can never make it to.
We will now go over the following examples, that highlight this term:
- It is considered to be one of the most inaccessible places in the entire world.
- Some of the houses on the hillside are inaccessible by car, causing the locals to walk home on a daily basis.
- The answer to why our relationship was very inaccessible to me, as my ex-partner did not want to speak with me anymore.
Unreciprocated
Cambridge Dictionary defines “reciprocated” as sharing the same feelings as someone else or behaving in the same way as someone else. Therefore, when we say that love or feelings are “unreciprocated” it means that someone doesn’t feel the same way or has made it clear they never will.
An “unreciprocated” love or feelings are considered to be tremendously painful, as we often feel no closure from a situation or are entirely hung up on something that we cannot change.
Lastly, we will go over a few examples that highlight how we can use this particular term:
- She felt the pain that only an unreciprocated love could cause. She has tried everything to properly convey her feelings to him, to no avail.
- He has never dealt with unreciprocated feelings from someone before and it was causing him stress and heartache, unlike anything he had ever experienced.
- The unreciprocated feelings in their marriage had caused an abundance of distrust and resentment, making her unaware if there was any point in mending the situation.
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I think you may be talking about (psychological) reactance. From Wikipedia:
Reactance is an unpleasant motivational arousal (reaction) to offers, persons, rules, or regulations that threaten or eliminate specific behavioral freedoms. Reactance occurs when a person feels that someone or something is taking away their choices or limiting the range of alternatives.
In your example, you originally chose to do something, but when your sense of having that choice is threatened by being ordered to do it you stop wanting to do it. This is a pretty common experience, and is part of the reason why so-called «reverse psychology» sometimes works. However, the specifics of whether and how people experience reactance vary based on a bunch of factors, and aren’t yet fully understood. Further reading at Steindl, Christina et al. “Understanding Psychological Reactance: New Developments and Findings” Zeitschrift fur Psychologie vol. 223,4 (2015): 205-214.
If you are wondering about something less universal/more severe and are more focused on behavior rather than the feeling that leads to the behavior, there is also a psychological condition called oppositional defiance disorder whose symptoms include (among others)
Argumentative and defiant behavior:
- Often argues with adults or people in authority
- Often actively defies or refuses to comply with adults’ requests or rules
. . .
—Mayo Clinic, «Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD), Patient Care and Health Information, quoting the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) of the American Psychiatric Association
If you aren’t talking about behavior that rises to the clinical level but want to talk about the behavior rather than the subjective experience, you could use one of the component terms. Cambridge Dictionaries offers these definitions:
oppositional
refusing to obey instructions or to do what people want you to do:
These children are not just being oppositional for no reason.defiant
proudly refusing to obey authority:
a defiant attitude/gesture
The protesters blocking the entrance to the offices remained defiant this morning.
На основании Вашего запроса эти примеры могут содержать грубую лексику.
На основании Вашего запроса эти примеры могут содержать разговорную лексику.
The first is to have a childhood experience of feeling wanted and loved.
Первая — это наличие детского опыта быть нужным и любимым.
«Not feeling wanted and no or limited physical contact can really hurt a relationship.»
«Отсутствие чувства привязанности и отсутствие или ограниченный физический контакт могут действительно повредить отношениям», — говорит она.
I welcome you, navigator of secret eroticisms, I tell you mine: I love feeling wanted and being the protagonist of your most hidden fantasies.
Я приветствую вас, навигатор тайного эротизма, я говорю вам мое: я люблю чувствовать себя разыскиваемым и быть главным героем ваших самых скрытых фантазий.
Our knees touched, and I got the feeling wanted it too!
What’s sad about it is that while you are feeling wanted and exceptional, they are secretly laughing at the simplicity of their pursuit of you.
Обидно, что в то время как вы чувствуете себя востребованной и исключительной, он тайно посмеивается над тем, как легко вас охмурить.
A strong emotion like not feeling wanted can drive anyone to a rash and impulsive act.
Сильное чувство, чувство невостребованности может подвигнуть на опрометчивый и импульсивный поступок.
There are many important issues to address to ensure that the needs of older persons are adequately met, ranging from having access to basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter and health care to being treated with respect, and feeling wanted and useful.
Надлежащее удовлетворение потребностей пожилых людей невозможно без решения множества важных вопросов, варьирующихся от снабжения престарелых предметами первой необходимости, такими, как продукты питания, одежда, жилье и медицинские услуги, до уважительного отношения к ним и пробуждения у них чувства полезности и уверенности в собственных силах.
There are many important issues to address to ensure that the needs of older persons are adequately met, ranging from having access to basic necessities such as food, clothing, shelter and health care to being treated with respect, and feeling wanted and useful.
Надлежащее удовлетворение потребностей пожилых людей невозможно без решения множества важных вопросов, варьирующихся от снабжения престарелых предметами первой необходимости, такими, как продукты питания, одежда, жилье и медицинские услуги, до уважительного отношения к ним и пробуждения у них чувства полезности и уверенности в собственных силах.
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I get the feeling he just wanted to be heard.
This is the feeling we wanted to have inside the house.
Tell her I’m feeling I wanted to talk to her.
This was a feeling I wanted to last forever.
I almost got the feeling he wanted to say more than he did.
This was the feeling I wanted to create for other people.
Это тот образ, который он хотел создать для других.
This is the feeling I wanted to convey.
I was still giving 100% but at that time I never had the feeling I wanted.
I always had the feeling Dad wanted a boy but he got me instead.
Мои родители всегда хотели сына, а вместо этого получили меня.
This was the feeling I wanted to convey in my block.
That was the feeling I wanted to capture here.
And once I experienced that feeling I wanted to keep looking for it constantly, he recalls.
И как только я испытал это чувство, мне захотелось постоянно его искать», — вспоминает он.
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Примеры из текстов
The patient came to the doctor asking for more information about the substance, because it was first time that the patient had not wanted to drink alcohol or take drugs for a period of 3 weeks.
После выписки через 3 недели пришел к врачу с просьбой побольше рассказать о лекарстве, так как впервые за 3 недели ни разу даже не хотелось выпить или уколоться.
I’ve been through it all myself, and I know well how unpleasant it is when an outsider sticks his nose in where he is not wanted.
Сам испытывал и сам знаю, когда чужой… так сказать, нос… по пословице… лезет туда, куда его не спрашивают.
Dostoevsky, Fyodor / IdiotДостоевский, Фёдор / Идиот
Идиот
Достоевский, Фёдор
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1971
Idiot
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
© 2004 by Fine Creative Media, Inc.
He had not wanted to say the ritual words; he had been as much under compulsion as his own prey when they exposed their throats to him.
Он не собирался произносить ритуальные слова, но был вынужден это сделать, как вынуждал своих жертв подставлять ему горло.
Feehan, Christine / Dark PrinceФихан, Кристин / Темный принц
Темный принц
Фихан, Кристин
© 1999 by Christine Feehan
© Наумова Г., перевод на русский язык, 2010
© Издание на русском языке. ООО «Издательство «Эксмо». 2010
Dark Prince
Feehan, Christine
© 1999 by Christine Feehan
He puts himself forward where he is not wanted, speaks continually when he ought to keep silent, brings in all sorts of allegorical allusions, he-he!
Да чего: сам вперед начнет забегать, соваться начнет, куда и не спрашивают, заговаривать начнет беспрерывно о том, о чем бы надо, напротив, молчать, различные аллегории начнет подпускать, хе-хе!
Dostoevsky, Fyodor / Crime and PunishmentДостоевский, Фёдор / Преступление и наказание
Преступление и наказание
Достоевский, Фёдор
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1970
Crime and Punishment
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
A high level of education and science is only possible for great intellects, and they are not wanted.
Высокий уровень наук и талантов доступен только высшим способностям, не надо высших способностей!
Dostoevsky, Fyodor / The possessedДостоевский, Фёдор / Бесы
Бесы
Достоевский, Фёдор
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1989
The possessed
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
A week later I heard that Madame Losnyakov had kept both Pavel and Nikolai in her service, but had sent away the girl Tatyana; it appeared she was not wanted.
Неделю спустя я узнал, что госпожа Лоснякова оставила и Павла и Николая у себя в услужении; а девку Татьяну сослала; видно, не понадобилась.
Turgenev, I.S. / A Sportsman’s Sketches v.1Тургенев, И.С. / Записки охотника т.1
Записки охотника т.1
Тургенев, И.С.
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1975
A Sportsman’s Sketches v.1
Turgenev, I.S.
Now, seeing that I was not wanted, I took my cudgel and started down the bridle-path towards the common footbridge, when suddenly my mother called me back.
После этого они заговорили, понизив голос, и я понял, что мне не следует им мешать. Захватив свою тяжелую дубинку, я вышел на тропинку, ведущую к пешеходному мостику, но тут мать неожиданно окликнула меня. Я вернулся.
Haggard, Henry Rider / Montezuma’s DaughterХаггард, Генри Райдер / Дочь Монтесумы
Дочь Монтесумы
Хаггард, Генри Райдер
© Издательство «Мысль», 1964
Montezuma’s Daughter
Haggard, Henry Rider
She had never told him of her love; she had not wanted him to know, and had done her best to hide her feeling, but from her face she knew that he understood her perfectly — and her pride suffered.
Она еще ни разу не признавалась ему в любви и не хотела, чтобы он знал, и скрывала свое чувство, но по лицу его видно было, что он превосходно понимал ее — и самолюбие ее страдало.
Чехов, А.П. / Володя большой и Володя маленькийChekhov, A. / The two Volodyas
The two Volodyas
Chekhov, A.
© 1999 by Random House, Inc.
Володя большой и Володя маленький
Чехов, А.П.
© Издательство «Наука», 1974
Why don’t you know when you’re not wanted?
Почему же вы не знаете, когда вы лишний?
Hemingway, Ernest / The Sun Also RisesХемингуэй, Эрнест / Фиеста (И восходит солнце)
Фиеста (И восходит солнце)
Хемингуэй, Эрнест
© Издательство «Правда», 1984
The Sun Also Rises
Hemingway, Ernest
© 1926 by Charles Scribner’s Sons
© renewed 1954 by Ernest Hemingway
So they had all met for some reason in Makar Ivanovitch’s room «just when they were not wanted!»
Все, значит, собрались зачем-то у Макара Ивановича и «как раз когда не надо»!
Dostoevsky, Fyodor / A Raw YouthДостоевский, Фёдор / Подросток
Подросток
Достоевский, Фёдор
© Издательство «Советская Россия», 1979
A Raw Youth
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
In other words, I’m not wanted here.’
Другими словами, я здесь лишний?
Turgenev, I.S. / On the eveТургенев, И.С. / Накануне
Накануне
Тургенев, И.С.
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1976
On the eve
Turgenev, I.S.
© 1st World Library, 2008
And now go to hell; you are not wanted till to-morrow.
А теперь убирайтесь к чорту, вы до завтра не нужны…
Dostoevsky, Fyodor / The possessedДостоевский, Фёдор / Бесы
Бесы
Достоевский, Фёдор
© Издательство «Художественная литература», 1989
The possessed
Dostoevsky, Fyodor
“I’m not saying you’re not wanted, but I need to know you’re on our side.”
— Я не говорю, что твое присутствие нежелательно, но я хочу быть уверена, что ты на нашей стороне.
Rankin, Ian / The Naming of the DeadРэнкин, Иэн / Перекличка мертвых
Перекличка мертвых
Рэнкин, Иэн
© John Rebus Ltd 2006
© Ю. Вейсберг, перевод на русский язык, 2009
© ООО «Издательская группа Аттикус», Издательство «Иностранка» 2009
The Naming of the Dead
Rankin, Ian
She moved slowly, keeping a wary watch on the forest around her; just because the Trollocs had not wanted her last night did not mean they would let her go if she stumbled on them again.
Она шла медленно, настороженно наблюдая за лесом: то, что прошлой ночью она оказалась не нужна троллокам, вовсе не означает, что они дадут ей уйти, наткнись она на них вновь.
Jordan, Robert / The Eye of the WorldДжордан, Роберт / Око мира
The Eye of the World
Jordan, Robert
«It is much to ask of a deluded woman, but I still have some pride, and will not thrust myself in where it seems I am not wanted.
– Вы многого хотите от обманутой женщины, но у меня осталась еще гордость, и я не буду соваться туда, куда не следует.
Haggard, Henry Rider / Fair MargaretХаггард, Генри Райдер / Прекрасная Маргарет
Прекрасная Маргарет
Хаггард, Генри Райдер
© Издательство «Энергоатомиздат», 1984
Fair Margaret
Haggard, Henry Rider
© 1st World Library, 2006
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Пословицы и поговорки – это отражение народной мысли, установок, моральных ценностей. Обычно они имеют аналоги в других языках, поскольку воспроизводят “простые истины”, свойственные любому человеку каждой нации. Пословица может иметь другие образы, но будет доносить тот же смысл:
| Английские пословицы | Русские эквиваленты английских пословиц |
| When in Rome, do as the Romans do. | В чужой монастырь со своим уставом не ходят. |
| The early bird catches the worm. | Кто рано встаёт – тому Бог подает. |
| Too many cooks spoil the broth. | У семи нянек дитя без глазу. |
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Но есть высказывания, которые вообще не имеют эквивалента в русском языке. Такие пословицы в наибольшей степени отражают отличия менталитета, поэтому составляют для нас особый интерес.
Кстати, сегодня мы узнаем не только смысл этих английских пословиц, но и связанные с ними занимательные истории.
Обрати внимание: если вдруг ты не согласен с описанным примером и точно знаешь русский аналог, то обязательно пиши об этом в комментариях – подискутируем! 🙂
Уникальное наследие: пословицы на английском языке с переводом
1. If you can’t be good, be careful.
Дословный перевод: Если не можешь быть хорошим, будь осторожен.
Если ты собираешься делать безнравственные вещи, убедись, что они не опасны для тебя или общества. Когда ты планируешь сделать что-то аморальное, удостоверься, что об этом никто не узнает.
Первое упоминание именно этой формулировки датируется 1903-м годом, но смысл выражения намного старше и берет свое начало из латинской пословицы “Si non caste, tamen caute” (если не целомудренно, то по крайней мере осторожно).
2. A volunteer is worth twenty pressed men.
Дословный перевод: Один доброволец стоит двадцати принужденных.
Значение пословицы по сути прямое: даже маленькая группа людей может быть полезнее, если у нее есть энтузиазм, стремление и т.д. Зародилась эта пословица в начале 18-го века.
В то время Королевский флот имел группу матросов, вооруженных дубинками, чья цель была “насобирать” моряков на флот. Они могли делать это, рассказывая о небывалых преимуществах службы, или же просто силой (все же вооружены дубинками они были неспроста).
Такое стечение обстоятельств не делало принужденного хорошим моряком. Отсюда и “вытекло” это умозаключение.
Заметь, что в этой пословице можно менять соотношение цифр:
100 volunteers are worth 200 press’d men.
One volunteer is worth two pressed men
и т.д.
3. Suffering for a friend doubleth friendship.
Дословный перевод: Страдание за друга удваивает дружбу.
Значение этой шотландской пословицы понятно без особых объяснений. Казалось бы, в русском языке есть довольно похожая пословица “друг познается в беде”. При этом очень интересен сам смысл “страдания за друга”. Если в русском варианте говорится о том, чтобы не отвернуться от друга и помочь ему в трудной ситуации, то здесь именно страдать вместе с ним, тем самым усиливая дружбу.
Еще одна интересная с точки зрения образов английская пословица о дружбе: Friends are made in wine and proven in tears (дружба рождается в вине, а проверяется в слезах).
Также читайте: Какой он — живой английский язык?
4. A woman’s work is never done.
Дословный перевод: Женский труд никогда не заканчивается.
Ну вот и о нашей нелегкой женской доле английские пословицы позаботились 🙂 Выражение пошло от старинного двустишия:
Man may work from sun to sun,
But woman’s work is never done.
Получается, значение пословицы в том, что женские дела (в отличие от мужских) длятся бесконечно. Видно это из примера:
“A woman’s work is never done!”, said Leila. She added: “As soon as I finish washing the breakfast dishes, it’s time to start preparing lunch. Then I have to go shopping and when the kids are back home I have to help them with their homework.”
(“Женский труд никогда не заканчивается!”, – Сказала Лейла. Она добавила: “Как только я заканчиваю мыть посуду после завтрака, приходит время готовить обед. Потом я должна идти по магазинам и, когда дети возвращаются домой, я должна помогать им с домашним заданием”.)
5. Comparisons are odious / odorous.
Дословный перевод: Сравнения отвратительны / воняют.
Люди должны оцениваться по их собственным заслугам, не стоит кого-либо или что-либо сравнивать между собой.
Два варианта пословица имеет не просто так. Первый вариант (Comparisons are odious) очень древний, и впервые он был запечатлен еще в 1440 году. А вот измененный вариант (Comparisons are odorous) был “создан” Шекспиром и использован им в пьесе “Много шума из ничего”.
6. Money talks.
Дословный перевод: Деньги говорят (сами за себя).
Значение – деньги решают все. Происхождение выражения является предметом споров среди лингвистов. Одни считают, что пословица зародилась в Америке 19-го века, другие – что в средневековой Англии.
Кстати, пословица использована в названии песни австралийской рок-группы AC/DC.
7. Don’t keep a dog and bark yourself.
Дословный перевод: Не держи собаку, если лаешь сам.
Значение этой английском пословицы: не работай за своего подчиненного. Высказывание очень древнее: первое упоминание зафиксировано еще в 1583 году.
По поводу отсутствия аналога: в разных источниках дана разная информация. Кто-то согласен с тем, что аналогов в русском языке нет, другие в качестве эквивалента предлагают пословицу:
За то собаку кормят, что она лает.
Однако, в Большом словаре русских пословиц такой пословицы о собаке нет вообще. Возможно, то что предлагают нам в качестве альтернативы, это адаптированный перевод именно английской пословицы (такое бывает).
8. Every man has his price.
Дословный перевод: У каждого есть своя цена.
Согласно этой пословице, подкупить можно любого, главное предложить достаточную цену. Наблюдение впервые зафиксировано в 1734 году, но, скорее всего, имеет и более давнюю историю.
Также читайте: История Англии: список лучших документальных фильмов
9. Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Дословный перевод: Подражание – самая искренняя форма лести.
Значение пословицы прямое. Эта формулировка восходит к началу 19-го века. Но сама мысль еще древнее и встречалась в текстах 18-го века, например, в 1714 году у журналиста Юстаса Баджелла:
Imitation is a kind of artless Flattery (Имитация является своего рода бесхитростной лестью).
10. It’s better to light a candle than curse the darkness.
Дословный перевод: Лучше зажечь свечу, чем проклинать темноту.
Вопрос об аналоге снова спорен: в некоторых источниках, где даны английские пословицы с переводом на русский, эквивалентом называют:
Лучше пойти и плюнуть, чем плюнуть и не пойти.
Хочу с этим поспорить. Значение русской пословицы: лучше сделать, чем жалеть, что не сделал. Смысл английской – лучше исправить положение, чем жаловаться на него. Лично мне смысловая составляющая про жалобы кажется первостепенной, поэтому приравнивать эти пословицы я бы не стала.
11. Stupid is as stupid does
Дословный перевод: Глуп тот, кто глупо поступает.
На самом деле это не совсем “народная пословица”, а фраза, которой Форест Гамп отбивался от назойливых вопросов о своем интеллекте:
Фраза ушла в народ 🙂 Прародитель этого выражения – пословица “Handsome is as handsome does” (красив тот, кто красиво поступает), уже имеющая аналог в русском языке: “Не тот хорош, кто лицом пригож, а тот хорош, кто для дела гож”.
Также читайте: Игра престолов с Lingualeo, или Hear me roar
12. You can’t make bricks without straw
Дословный перевод: Нельзя сделать кирпич без соломы.
Опять же в некоторых источниках в качестве аналога указывается русское “без труда не вытащишь и рыбку из пруда”. При этом английская пословица говорит не о трудолюбии, а о невозможности выполнить задачу без необходимых материалов.
“It’s no good trying to build a website if you don’t know any html, you can’t make bricks without straw.” (Не пытайся создать веб-сайт, если ты не знаешь HTML: ты не можешь делать кирпичи без соломы).
Согласно википедии выражение берет начало из библейского сюжета, когда Фараон в наказание запрещает давать израильтянам солому, но приказывает делать то же количество кирпичей, как и раньше.
Где искать пословицы и поговорки на английском языке по темам?
Возможно, это не все высказывания, не имеющие русских аналогов, ведь английских пословиц (и их значений) огромное множество. Кстати, ты вполне можешь поискать их самостоятельно в нашей Библиотеке материалов по запросу “proverb”, чтобы насытить свою английскую речь чудесными выражениями. Успехов! 🙂
According to the well-known folk wisdom «women love with their ears». However, this does not mean at all, that the male part of the population of our planet is not averse to hearing compliments, addressed to them.
If the man you love doesn’t mind, then it is worth thinking about, how to please him, coming up with some cute and funny nickname.
Listen to recommendations on the right approaches to expressing feelings for a man with affectionate words:
Any pair of lovers is unique and unique so much, how unique is their relationship. And if a girl is in love with her chosen one, then she tries to come up with a nickname for him. And all the fair sex are trying to invent such an association from giving the meaning of affectionate words, which would be as exclusive as possible, affectionate and pleasant to the ear.
Varieties of male nicknames
All fictional diminutives can be classified according to several criteria.. Here are some of them:
- Name (surname). The easiest way to choose a nickname is to associate it with the name or surname of a loved one.. For example «ram» with the surname Baranov or «Petyunka» if the guy’s name is Peter.
- Character. Here they start from certain character traits. People with a quick-tempered and aggressive disposition are often called «tyranny», and people who are not particularly demanding of themselves and their actions are «lazy».
- Age. For a man, prestige is very important, so in order not to drop it, it is very important to pay attention to age. If a couple has a difference in 10 years or more, men are often called «daddy» or «daddy», however, do not use the cynical and vulgar «sugar daddy».
- Traditions. There are many common nicknames, and many girls do not at all strive for originality when choosing a nickname pleasant to them and the guy. Especially enhance the effect for such «handsome», «Peaches» and «pupsikov» can the word «My».
- Love. In addition, the use of the aforementioned word «mine» can neutralize the negative effect of any nickname, as it serves as an expression of love. The guy’s delight has no boundaries, if he knows, that he is only your «cat», and only this way and nothing else.
- Dignity. The use of the word «most» in relation to any nickname will significantly increase a man’s self-esteem and give him self-confidence. Therefore, calling him «the strongest» or «the kindest», you will be pleasantly surprised, what miracles can happen to a guy using just one word.
TOP-15 Pleasant phrases for men (list)
There is a stereotype, that men only love delicious food, passionate sex, exciting sport, Well, of course, women. But everything is not so primitive and standard, as it seems to many. If you take a closer look at the chosen one, then you can be very pleasantly surprised and fall in love with him even more, but at the same time, surprise him with your words .
- Native.
- Affectionate.
- Cat.
- Sun.
- Wonderful.
- Dear.
- Favourite.
- My good.
- Only.
- My angel.
- Tender.
- Sexual.
- Beautiful
- Best.
- Great.
Unusual words for a man
Ideal. Long awaited. Talented. Hot. Chocolate. Courageous. Unforgettable. Unusual. Wise. Understanding. Strong. Caring. Sincere. Soulful. Sexy. Present. Shining. Desired. Great. Fairy. Sweet. Mysterious. Cute. Unusual. Great. Elegant. Imposing.
Sweet words, which men love
Vrednyushka. King. Macho. Temperamental. Brave. The best (lover). My prince. My Lord. My owner. My Lord. My divine. My inspiration.
Beautiful words to a man in prose: about love, at night, miss…
The above words can also be used to build phrases, then a man will be delighted with this.
You can give an example of a huge number of such expressions., best according to men:
- My favorite kitten, I’m so lonely and bad without you, that I want to be with you always.
- I want to purr in your ear about, how I love you and never get tired of it.
- The best day for me is that, at the end of which you will return home and fall into my arms.
- The most beautiful evenings and nights for me will be those, during which we will chat with you about everything in the world, looking at the moon and the magnificent surf.
- Today I am the happiest, because you are next to me. The one, which is softer than clouds and warmer than the sun.
- I will reflect on the asphalt, sand and walls all my delight from you. And if suddenly these inscriptions disappear, i will write them again.
- Remember, my love for you is eternal and never ends.
- You are my dream, which finally came true thanks to our meeting, I’m glad, that we found each other and now we will always be together. I really need.
- You’re an angel, descended from heaven. You gave me your heart and wings. This is priceless to me, and in return I will give you all of me.
- You are so sexy, that my body is burning with passion and desire. help me, put out this fire. touch me, hug, kiss, let me enjoy you.
- My hero, i am ready to die for your love, but why, because I want to live and enjoy you, your emotions and feelings. And I also want to exchange them, give me yours, and I will give you mine … We will like.
- You are for me the most dear and dear person in the whole world. thank you, that in this whole huge world you are right next to me.
- There is great joy in my life. And it is you. Apparently I deserve it with my love, which serves as your amulet and amulet, she will heal you from wounds and protect you from all troubles.
- I’ve been given many gifts in my life, but your gifts are the most beautiful, and the best gift for me is you.
- I will never deceive you in my life, because you are worthy only of pure and bright truth. Even if this truth tastes bitter, I will never hide anything from you anyway, just because you deserve it. And I will brighten the bitterness of this truth with my kisses and hugs.
- The best morning is that, which starts with your kiss.
Compliments and affectionate words about a hobby of a loved one
Men are mostly romantics. But they will always appreciate, if you reflect their passions or hobbies in your compliments, share his hobbies in conversation with him, give it special attention. Here are examples of such situations.
- Favourite, I know, FIFA World Cup starts today, which you have been waiting for. I promise you, that I will not interfere with enjoying the spectacle. I also bought you beer and chips and I won’t be angry at all, when you scream and applaud loudly. I want you to rest!
- Do you want, I will cook your favorite dishes. I am ready to fulfill all your culinary desires and passions. I promise to do so, that you will remember this dinner for a long time.
- I want to make you a gift! I will buy you a new rod in a new store, which I looked after recently. I want to do something nice, to make you feel happy.
List of gentle and sexy phrases for SMS to your beloved guy
- You are brighter, than light, sweeter than candy, you are the best, I know that and I adore you.
- My sweetest little man, I am crazy in love with you, you are the dearest to me. You are for me, like a bright sun, which shines and warms me with its warmth every day.
- I’m just out of the shower. Transparent drops of water caress my skin, and I’m so sorry, that you are not caressing me.
- To me you’re like a drop of moonlight in the middle of a dark night.
- I love you all, whole whole: eyes, the words, sweet Lips, thoughts. I reflect your tenderness, your kisses, driving me crazy, the scent of your body, sight, caressing me, in which I see warmth and fire, which make me just happy.
- I am immensely glad every our meeting, every call and message.
- I’m like a piece of ice, melting in your strong and tight arms. And I adore my most precious treasure — you!
- Message from your mobile operator: If you don’t send a message to your beloved, then we will be forced to disconnect the subscriber.
- You are very unstable and I know it. But I’d rather be doubting, that you love me, than to be confident, what no.
- In this dark wilderness of the night, I only want one thing — to be by your side, my native!
- All 61 second in a minute and that’s it 25 hours a day I think only of you. … And already in time I got confused.
- Billions of people live on our planet, but I think only about you. And i know why. Because no one can lure you.
- Hello, favourite. I’m literally fresh out of the shower. And you have exactly 5 minutes, so I don’t have time to get dressed.
- If you are tired of me, call the police, if you feel bad from me, then to the ambulance, and if you burn from my sight, then you should definitely go to the firemen.
- You are worried about the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. We have information, what if you don’t kiss your girlfriend hard when you get home, then you explode like a bomb.
- Put your lips to my heart and feel all the warmth, love and tenderness that I feel, seeing you.
- As soon as you were born, Rain is coming. Probably, this sky was crying, it knew, that a beautiful angel goes to earth, then to find your love.
- And we girls are like telephones. They take us with them, talk to us, but you should accidentally press the wrong place, how will they turn you off immediately.
- But I’ll call you now, and I will say, that you’re just the best!
- When the world is sweet and beautiful, it becomes clear, that only you are more beautiful than him.
- If you are in a bad mood, I want to turn into your guardian angel and give you a smile.
- You remind me of an unbridled wild cowboy, macho, bullfighter. I am insanely good with you and it cannot be otherwise.
- call me back. I want to hear your voice and remember, how beautiful he is.
- It’s just hard for you to imagine, how i want to hug your long hairy, slender legs.
- Attention wanted! The most beautiful eyes in the world made the illegal crossing of the border of friendship and love and committed theft of my heart. If you find, call me immediately.
- We know very little, but I know you already well. Especially your eyes, lips and smile. I will never trade them for anything.
- Love me with all your soul and heart. It is a great happiness and a cherished dream — to be next to you..
- But you know, what i decided today: 1. I will not talk on the phone for hours anymore; 2. quit smoking; 3. stop falling in love with guys like that, like you, because, that I don’t want to depend on your whims.
- You are like the south breeze, exotic fruit nectar, gentle tropical sea breeze, carrying away into the distance, loud-voiced bird of paradise, the scent of a summer meadow, heady to madness. I love you more than life!
- When the distance between us, I’m going crazy, I feel so bad and sad, but the sweeter and more joyful the meeting will be. Love, you my dear boy.
- My thoughts fly in the dark, when you are not around, come back to me soon, I’m waiting for you!
- You are the sweet nectar of heavenly fruits, gentle warm and cheerful south wind, gentle breeze of the tropical sea, sweet-voiced bird of paradise, you are the heady scent of a summer meadow. Love you madly!
Amazingly accurate selection of affectionate words and tips for choosing a nickname for your beloved, associated with his zodiac sign: