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Übersetzung & Definition
reliable: verlässlich
Is he a reliable witness? Ist er ein verlässlicher Zeuge?
The tip came from a reliable source. Der Tipp kam aus einer verlässlichen Quelle.
Pronunciation examples
UK: You see that man over there? He's the most reliable worker in the company.
US: He drinks a bottle of whisky before coming to work - or so I heard from a reliable source.
Beispiel
- "They want to travel in a reliable vehicle and look good doing it."
- "Must be cool under pressure, stress-resistant, work well both independently and within a team. We are looking for a detail-oriented, reliable and experienced team leader."
- "So, I'd like you to find us a good, reliable and affordable agency."
- "Hannah is a motivated and reliable worker."
- "Fiona : And this is a reliable way of safeguarding information?"
- "Messages in bottles are not the most reliable form of correspondence, but as my camp is patrolled by French guards, there is no shortage of empty wine bottles."
- "Alice Gray : Well, I'm reliable, hardworking, efficient and, above all, I'm an excellent cleaner."
Übung 1
The Delavigne Corporation is looking for a candidate with various qualifications.
They are looking for someone who:
There may be more than one correct choice!
They are looking for someone who:
There may be more than one correct choice!
The Delavigne Corporation is looking for a candidate with various qualifications.
They are looking for someone who:
There may be more than one correct choice!
They are looking for someone who:
There may be more than one correct choice!
The advertisement indicates that "some clerical duties" are required for the position. "Clerical duties" are various office tasks including organization and administration, filing and taking care of correspondence. A "duty" is a "task" or "responsibility".
The advertisement offers "medical benefits" for the manager, however this isn't a requirement, but rather a benefit for whoever gets the job.
There is nothing in the advertisement that suggests the person who applies for this job must have sales experience.
The job advert says "Must be based locally". This means the person they are looking for has to live in (or near to) San Francisco, the city where the Delavigne offices are located. "Must" (without a subject) is often used like this in adverts to say something is obligatory.
The advertisement asks for a "reliable" person. "Reliable" and "dependable" share a similar meaning. Both terms indicate a "trustworthy", "capable" person who can be counted on.
Übung 2
The ad states that Americans "want to travel in a reliable vehicle".
A "reliable" vehicle is .
A "reliable" vehicle is .
The ad states that Americans "want to travel in a reliable vehicle".
A "reliable" vehicle is trustworthy.
A "reliable" vehicle is trustworthy.
trustworthy: Something "reliable" is something dependable or trustworthy. Example: My car is old but reliable, it always starts. "Trustworthy" indicates something that can be trusted or that is "worthy of trust".
inexpensive: An inexpensive vehicle is cheap, or doesn't cost much money. An inexpensive vehicle isn't necessarily "reliable".
strong: Something "strong" is physically powerful. Example: Iron is stronger than wood. This does not share a similar meaning with "reliable".
responsive: Something "responsive" is something that responds or reacts very quickly. Example: The students were very responsive, always eagerly answering the teacher's questions. This does not share a similar meaning with "reliable".
Übung 3
An example of something or someone that is reliable is .
An example of something or someone that is affordable is .
An example of something or someone that is affordable is .
An example of something or someone that is reliable is a car that always starts on winter mornings 1.
An example of something or someone that is affordable is a new car within one's price range 2.
An example of something or someone that is affordable is a new car within one's price range 2.
1 a car that always starts on winter mornings: Something "reliable" is something dependable or trustworthy. Cars that start on cold winter mornings can be described as "reliable". Bruno wants Brian to find a "reliable" travel agency, meaning a company that can be trusted and is dependable.
1 a soldier who will die for his country: This example might be used to describe the term "loyal", however it would be unsuitable to explain the term "reliable". A "loyal" person is someone who is "faithful", for example: My husband is very loyal, he has never slept with any prostitutes.
1 a car salesman who doesn't deceive his clients: This example might be used to describe the term "honest", however it would be unsuitable to explain the term "reliable". An "honest" person is someone who speaks the truth, does not tell lies or is "frank" and "sincere". Example: "I need an honest opinion about this dress. Do you like it or not?"
1 the Florida exit polls for the 2000 US presidential election: Although this might depend on your political viewpoint, the Florida exit polls during the 2000 presidential election are regarded as rather "unreliable". "Unreliable (information)" is information that is "misleading" or "untrustworthy". Example: The results for the DNA test are unreliable and do not give truthful information.
2 a new car within one's price range: This is correct. "Affordable" means "reasonably priced", for example: This holiday is quite affordable; the flights and hotel aren't too expensive. One of Bruno's requirements for a travel agency is that it is not too expensive. "(A holiday within his) price range" is a holiday that he can afford, or which is priced within his lowest and highest limits.
2 work that is done quickly: This example is not suitable to describe the term "affordable". Doing work quickly is an example of "efficient" work. Example: Brian is an efficient assistant because he is able to perform his tasks without wasting any time.
2 a ray of sunshine on a grey day: This example is not suitable to describe the term "affordable". If you're lucky enough to see a ray of sunshine on a grey day count yourself lucky; especially if you go to Scotland, where it's mostly grey.
2 a CEO's assistant that can find a decent travel agency: I don't think you have understood the question. We're looking for an example of the term "affordable", not a description of Brian Jones and his tasks.
Übung 4
Help Brian complete the form according to Bruno's opinions in the dialogue.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Employee: Bob Carter
Company: Delavigne
Part 1
Which of the following words would you use to describe our employee?
(Choose all terms that apply)
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Employee: Bob Carter
Company: Delavigne
Part 1
Which of the following words would you use to describe our employee?
(Choose all terms that apply)
Help Brian complete the form according to Bruno's opinions in the dialogue.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Employee: Bob Carter
Company: Delavigne
Part 1
Which of the following words would you use to describe our employee?
(Choose all terms that apply)
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Employee: Bob Carter
Company: Delavigne
Part 1
Which of the following words would you use to describe our employee?
(Choose all terms that apply)
This is a false statement. Bruno doesn't mention Bob's organizational skills. For example, he could have said: Bob allocates time and resources effectively. But he didn't!
This is a false statement. An adaptable person is able to easily adjust to different conditions or situations. However, Bruno does not mention these qualities in Bob!
This is a true statement. In this context, "available" means to be approachable and ready to provide assistance. Bruno says that Bob is "always free to help you with problems". In this context, "free" and "available" are synonyms. For example: I'm sorry, I'm not available at the moment. I'll contact you as soon as I'm free.
This is a true statement. The term "reliable" means "dependable" or "trustworthy". For example: My car is very reliable, it always starts even on cold winter mornings. In the dialogue, Bruno says that Bob "seems like a solid worker - the kind of guy you can depend on". In this context, "solid" means reliable or dependable. If you can depend on a guy (or man), you can rely on them, therefore they are a reliable guy!
This is a false statement. Bruno describes Bob as being both reliable and available, therefore it would be a mistake for Brian to select the "none of the above" option.
This is a false statement. If an individual is resourceful, they are able to act effectively or imaginatively, especially in difficult situations. For example: Fred is a resourceful cook - he was able to feed 20 people with a box of eggs and some bananas. Bruno doesn't comment on Bob's resourcefulness. For example, he might have said: Bob finds innovative solutions to problems.
Übung 5
Brian uses some interesting adjectives: motivated, reliable, and reserved.
Decide whether the sentences below use these adjectives CORRECTLY or INCORRECTLY!
You have to be motivated to go to the gym every day. →
Please send your CV and a motivated letter to the HR manager before May 17th. →
If you have a complaint, contact the reliable on 02784653555. →
I always book taxis with this company. They are so reliable. →
It's difficult to make conversation with Rachel. She is very reserved. →
The table is reserved for a party of 12. I'm afraid you'll have to find another. →
Decide whether the sentences below use these adjectives CORRECTLY or INCORRECTLY!
You have to be motivated to go to the gym every day. →
Please send your CV and a motivated letter to the HR manager before May 17th. →
If you have a complaint, contact the reliable on 02784653555. →
I always book taxis with this company. They are so reliable. →
It's difficult to make conversation with Rachel. She is very reserved. →
The table is reserved for a party of 12. I'm afraid you'll have to find another. →
Brian uses some interesting adjectives: motivated, reliable, and reserved.
Decide whether the sentences below use these adjectives CORRECTLY or INCORRECTLY!
You have to be motivated to go to the gym every day. → CORRECT 1
Please send your CV and a motivated letter to the HR manager before May 17th. → INCORRECT 2
If you have a complaint, contact the reliable on 02784653555. → INCORRECT 3
I always book taxis with this company. They are so reliable. → CORRECT 4
It's difficult to make conversation with Rachel. She is very reserved. → CORRECT 5
The table is reserved for a party of 12. I'm afraid you'll have to find another. → CORRECT 6
Decide whether the sentences below use these adjectives CORRECTLY or INCORRECTLY!
You have to be motivated to go to the gym every day. → CORRECT 1
Please send your CV and a motivated letter to the HR manager before May 17th. → INCORRECT 2
If you have a complaint, contact the reliable on 02784653555. → INCORRECT 3
I always book taxis with this company. They are so reliable. → CORRECT 4
It's difficult to make conversation with Rachel. She is very reserved. → CORRECT 5
The table is reserved for a party of 12. I'm afraid you'll have to find another. → CORRECT 6
1 CORRECT: This is correct: this sentence uses "motivated" correctly. To be "motivated" means to have the energy, ambition, or inspiration to achieve something. Going to the gym every day certainly requires a lot of motivation! There is a related verb: "Bruno motivates his employees by offering them chocolates for results".
1 INCORRECT: This sentence is not incorrect.
2 INCORRECT: This sentence uses "motivated" incorrectly. A "motivated letter" or a "letter of motivation" are not terms that are used in English. In the context of applying for a job, we send a CV (UK) or resume (US) and a "cover letter" (US and UK) or "covering letter" (UK only).
2 CORRECT: This sentence is not correct.
3 INCORRECT: This sentence uses "reliable" incorrectly. "Reliable" cannot be used as a noun: it is an adjective. In this context we could use a noun like "manager", "director", or "operator".
3 CORRECT: This sentence is not correct.
4 CORRECT: This sentence uses "reliable" correctly. If something is "reliable", you can count on it, depend on it, or trust it. For example "I never have to get my watch repaired. Rolexes are so reliable!" "Reliable" is synonymous with "dependable", and is related to the verb "to rely (on, upon)".
4 INCORRECT: This sentence is not incorrect.
5 CORRECT: "Reserved" is used correctly here. A person who is "reserved" is shy or timid. A reserved person waits to be approached rather than starting a conversation and could be seen as being inhibited.
5 INCORRECT: This sentence is not incorrect.
6 CORRECT: This sentence uses the adjective "reserved" correctly. As an adjective, "reserved" can describe something (such as a table or car) that has been "set aside" or placed apart for the use of someone or something.
6 INCORRECT: This sentence is not incorrect.
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