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Traduzione e definizione
to be reluctant (to do something): essere riluttante, esitare (a fare qualcosa)
I'm reluctant to give you a raise. I don't think you deserve more money. Sono riluttante ad aumentarti lo stipendio. Non penso che tu meriti più soldi.
Esempi
- "In order to prevent the transmission of diseases in the workplace, I have put in place a new initiative that will encourage people to wash their hands after using the bathroom. I am reluctant to reveal too much information regarding the protocol as it may compromise its effectiveness."
- "Certainly there are companies which have had success with this kind of initiative, however I am reluctant to set aside time for naps at this time."
- "Delavigne's always been good to me, and I've been good to them. I'd like to continue that tradition, as reluctant as I am to do business with the French."
- "When I showed that draft to Bruno, he was reluctant to even allow the cake."
- "With energy prices high, consumers are also reluctant to make costly trips to the shopping mall."
- "Bruno : Hmm, I'm reluctant to leave Sydney."
Esercizio 1
List the reasons, according to the article, that traditional American labor unions are in decline.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
List the reasons, according to the article, that traditional American labor unions are in decline.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
This is a true statement. This article mentions the negative effect globalization has had on the unions: "In the US...the rise of a global economy have threatened the higher wages that union members once enjoyed". This means that the decline of industrial jobs in the US and the increase of markets in other countries have put pressure on the traditional higher salaries of union members. Later we read that "globalization may signal the end for the traditional American union". The term "foreign" describes anything not native to a particular country. For example: A French film shown in the United States is a "foreign" film.
This is a true statement. This article mentions that "close relationships with organized crime...led the government to change its traditionally benevolent stance (towards the unions)." This tells us that in the past the government supported the unions, which ended when the government discovered that Unions were affiliated or connected with the mafia. Later, Jackie Hasselhoff says that the government has become "blatantly anti-union". "Blatantly" means "flagrantly" or in an obvious manner. "A stance" is literally a position, but is frequently used to describe a policy or attitude. For example: His stance on immigration is controversial.
This is a true statement. In this article, economist Adam F Smythe is quoted as saying: "Private sector companies are less inclined to hire union labor because of the restrictions it imposes upon their business models". By this he means that these days companies don't like to employ workers who are members of a union because they usually have to pay them a higher salary. The term "reluctance" describes "reticence" or "hesitation". For example: I am reluctant to change jobs, as I am happy here.
This statement is false. According to this article, private sector companies are giving benefits to workers without using the labor union structure, or hiring union labor. There is nothing in the article that suggests that these companies are creating their own unions, or that they will "compete" with the traditional labor unions.
This statement is false. The article does mention European unions, however this is to highlight or accentuate how well they are currently doing. The article states "Unions remain a potent force in Europe." None of this, however, means that European unions are a "threat" (a "menace" or "cause for concern") to American unions.
Esercizio 2
Select the TRUE statements from the list below, according to this dialogue.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
Select the TRUE statements from the list below, according to this dialogue.
There may be more than one correct answer!
There may be more than one correct answer!
This statement is false. Throughout the interview, Bruno invites Ursula to answer the journalist's questions. For example, he says 'Ursula, what's your favorite?' and 'Ursula, why don't you take this question?'. This indicates that Bruno prefers Ursula to answer the questions, rather than responding himself.
This statement is false. At no point does anyone say that eco-roofs are 'high cost' or 'expensive'. Ursula says that 'eco-roofs are cost-effective'. This means that the money invested in them is small compared to the long term financial benefits (reduction of heating costs, saving water). Sigourney says 'money seems to be the only kind of green that Americans understand', meaning that Americans won't embrace eco-roofs until they clearly see the financial benefits. Another example: 'Although energy-saving light bulbs are more expensive than the traditional kind, they are cost-effective in the long term'.
This is true. Ursula says 'I think the construction of the eco-roofs is the most popular of all Delavigne's initiatives'. This means that the project has been very 'well-received'. The term 'well-received' is used to describe something which is 'appreciated' or receives a positive reaction. 'Best-received' is the superlative form of 'well-received'.
Esercizio 3
Fill in the blanks below with key terms from Bruno's email.
When something is very funny or amusing, we . Ha ha ha!
To liberate, set free or discharge something, such as a chemical from the body, we it.
When we want to determine or estimate someone's interest in an idea, we their interest.
If we are unwilling, resistant or not inclined to do something, then we are to do it.
When something is very funny or amusing, we . Ha ha ha!
To liberate, set free or discharge something, such as a chemical from the body, we it.
When we want to determine or estimate someone's interest in an idea, we their interest.
If we are unwilling, resistant or not inclined to do something, then we are to do it.
Fill in the blanks below with key terms from Bruno's email.
When something is very funny or amusing, we laugh 1. Ha ha ha!
To liberate, set free or discharge something, such as a chemical from the body, we release 2 it.
When we want to determine or estimate someone's interest in an idea, we gauge 3 their interest.
If we are unwilling, resistant or not inclined to do something, then we are reluctant 4 to do it.
When something is very funny or amusing, we laugh 1. Ha ha ha!
To liberate, set free or discharge something, such as a chemical from the body, we release 2 it.
When we want to determine or estimate someone's interest in an idea, we gauge 3 their interest.
If we are unwilling, resistant or not inclined to do something, then we are reluctant 4 to do it.
1 laugh: "To laugh" is to express amusement or happiness audibly. Example: I laughed at the funny joke. Note that the "gh" in "laugh" makes an "f" sound, and rhymes with the words "half" and "staff".
2 release: The verb "to release" means to free or to liberate. Bruno uses the term to describe the effect that "laughing" has: when we laugh, endorphins (chemicals) are "released" or discharged, which has positive effects on health.
3 gauge: To "gauge someone's interest" means to "estimate" or measure their interest. Bruno asks Hannah to "gauge her colleague's interest" in a dedicated "laugh time". He wants to know who would be interested in doing this. "To gauge" can refer to literally measuring something (to gauge tire pressure) or figuratively getting a feel for someone's reaction.
4 reluctant: "To be reluctant (to go to work)" is to be reticent, disinclined or not in favor of going to work. Bruno uses this term to explain to Hannah that he doesn't feel inclined to put in place a company-wide nap time.
Esercizio 4
Fill in the blanks with terms from Bruno's email.
This term means "unwilling" or "disinclined" or "reticent". "Philip is to get married. He loves his single lifestyle too much to commit to one woman."
This term means to "keep something from happening", or to "impede" or "deter" an action or event. "In order to a fire, please do not smoke or use matches in the laboratory."
This term means to "divulge" or "give away information", usually of an important nature. "Although Horatio was tortured, he didn't any information about the perfumes."
This term means "unwilling" or "disinclined" or "reticent". "Philip is to get married. He loves his single lifestyle too much to commit to one woman."
This term means to "keep something from happening", or to "impede" or "deter" an action or event. "In order to a fire, please do not smoke or use matches in the laboratory."
This term means to "divulge" or "give away information", usually of an important nature. "Although Horatio was tortured, he didn't any information about the perfumes."
Fill in the blanks with terms from Bruno's email.
This term means "unwilling" or "disinclined" or "reticent". "Philip is reluctant 1 to get married. He loves his single lifestyle too much to commit to one woman."
This term means to "keep something from happening", or to "impede" or "deter" an action or event. "In order to prevent 2 a fire, please do not smoke or use matches in the laboratory."
This term means to "divulge" or "give away information", usually of an important nature. "Although Horatio was tortured, he didn't reveal 3 any information about the perfumes."
This term means "unwilling" or "disinclined" or "reticent". "Philip is reluctant 1 to get married. He loves his single lifestyle too much to commit to one woman."
This term means to "keep something from happening", or to "impede" or "deter" an action or event. "In order to prevent 2 a fire, please do not smoke or use matches in the laboratory."
This term means to "divulge" or "give away information", usually of an important nature. "Although Horatio was tortured, he didn't reveal 3 any information about the perfumes."
1 reluctant: A "reluctant (person)" is "unwilling" or not "inclined" to do something or "hesitates" to do it. For example: Luna is reluctant to use paper towels because they are bad for the environment. In this email, Bruno writes that he is "reluctant" to "reveal" or "divulge" the details of his new initiative.
2 prevent: "To prevent" means "to deter" or "to inhibit". To "prevent" someone from leaving the room is to "inhibit" them leaving or "impede" their departure. In his email Bruno writes that his initiative is designed to "prevent" or "avoid" the transmission of diseases in the workplace..
3 reveal: "To reveal (a secret)" is "to divulge" it, or "give it away". This term is usually used to describe important or confidential information. In his email, Bruno writes that he does not want to "reveal" or "disclose" information about his initiative.
Esercizio 5
"Your consulting work was instrumental."
Bruno is saying that Glenn Thompson's work was .
"I'm reluctant to leave Sydney." "Reluctant" shares a similar meaning with "".
Bruno is saying that Glenn Thompson's work was .
"I'm reluctant to leave Sydney." "Reluctant" shares a similar meaning with "".
"Your consulting work was instrumental."
Bruno is saying that Glenn Thompson's work was essential 1.
"I'm reluctant to leave Sydney." "Reluctant" shares a similar meaning with "not inclined 2".
Bruno is saying that Glenn Thompson's work was essential 1.
"I'm reluctant to leave Sydney." "Reluctant" shares a similar meaning with "not inclined 2".
1 essential: This is the correct answer. "Instrumental" shares a similar meaning with "essential" or "useful". Example: The doctor served an instrumental role in saving my life after the motor accident. Bruno is telling Garth Ripley that he provided essential help with his consulting work.
1 professional: This is incorrect. "Instrumental" and "professional" do not share the same meaning.
1 musical: This is incorrect. In this context, "instrumental" is not synonymous with "musical". Note that an "instrumental" piece of music is one which just contains instruments, and has no vocals or voices.
1 commendable: This is incorrect. "Instrumental" does not mean "commendable". "Commendable" is synonymous with "deserving or worthy of praise". Example: She is a very commendable worker, and I believe she is the best person for the job.
2 not inclined: This is the correct answer. A "reluctant (person)" is "unwilling" or not "inclined" to do something or "hesitates" to do it. Example: Brian was reluctant to give any more sugar to his horse after it kicked him between his legs.
2 worried: This is incorrect. To be "worried (about something)" is to "concerned or anxious" about it.
2 eager: This is incorrect. To be "eager (to do something)" is show a strong interest or impatience in doing it.
2 unhappy: This is incorrect. "Reluctant" and "unhappy" do not share the same meaning.
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