Traduzione inglese <> italiano di To step down
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Traduzione e definizione
to step down (from a position): dimettersi (da una posizione)
to step down è usato principalmente per posizioni o incarichi di rilievo.
After 35 years of hard work and dedication, Luna's father stepped down from his position as chief executive officer at an important bank. Dopo 35 anni di duro lavoro e dedizione, il padre di Luna si è dimesso dalla sua posizione di amministratore delegato di un'importante banca.
The president stepped down after the allegations of sexual misconduct. Il presidente si è dimesso in seguito alle accuse di comportamento sessuale scorretto.
Esempi
- "I plan to step down from my position as principal buyer for the Perfume Hut immediately."
Esercizio 1
Barbara writes that she will "step down" from her position at the Perfume Hut. What does this mean?
Barbara writes that she will "step down" from her position at the Perfume Hut. What does this mean?
This is incorrect. The expression "to step down" doesn't express that someone will be fired. "To fire (an employee)" is to dismiss someone from a job, often because of unprofessional behavior or poor performance.
This is incorrect. The expression "to step down" doesn't express that someone will "work less" or "reduce their working hours".
This is correct. To "step down (from one's position)" is to quit or resign from a job. This expression is generally used only for very important positions. For example: The president stepped down (or "resigned") after allegations of sexual misconduct. To "step down" is synonymous with the verb "to resign".
This is incorrect. The expression "to step down" doesn't express that someone will "transfer offices" or office locations.
No, no, no, but we here at Gymglish like the way you think.
Esercizio 2
Susie instructs Harold to do several things in order to improve his situation.
What does Susie tell Harold to do?
(There is more than one correct answer. Check all that apply.)
What does Susie tell Harold to do?
(There is more than one correct answer. Check all that apply.)
Susie instructs Harold to do several things in order to improve his situation.
What does Susie tell Harold to do?
(There is more than one correct answer. Check all that apply.)
What does Susie tell Harold to do?
(There is more than one correct answer. Check all that apply.)
This is true. Susie tells Harold that he will "found the Warbuckle's Mountain Bear Rehabilitation Clinic". The verb "to found" is synonymous with "to establish" in this context.
Early on in the dialogue, Susie tells Harold "you must make a public declaration that you've given up bear hunting forever".
This statement is false. Susie wants Harold to donate his bearskins to a museum, not to join a museum.
This statement is false. There is no indication of Harold "stepping down" from his position as chairman of his company. The phrasal verb "to step down" describes the act of "resigning" from a job or position.
Susie asks Harold to "donate his bearskins to the local natural history museum". "To donate" shares a similar meaning with the phrasal verb "to give away" in this context, both expressions describe the action of "giving" or presenting an object to someone. A bearskin is the fur or coat of the bear. Some people have rugs made of bearskin, and they often place them in front of the fireplace.
This statement is false. Harold tells Susie "you like to keep things professional. I like that". However, Susie never instructs Harold to "hire" (or employ) professional help.
Esercizio 3
This letter begins with the line "As you may or may not be aware, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of... IACF"
Below are four formulas used for beginning letters. Choose the type of letter in which each of these phrases might be used.
-Please accept this as formal notice that I am stepping down...
-To whom it may concern, I am writing to request some further information...
-Dearest Butterfly, I can no longer keep our passionate affair a secret...
-Dear sir or madam, I am writing on behalf of my former colleague...
Below are four formulas used for beginning letters. Choose the type of letter in which each of these phrases might be used.
-Please accept this as formal notice that I am stepping down...
-To whom it may concern, I am writing to request some further information...
-Dearest Butterfly, I can no longer keep our passionate affair a secret...
-Dear sir or madam, I am writing on behalf of my former colleague...
This letter begins with the line "As you may or may not be aware, this year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of... IACF"
Below are four formulas used for beginning letters. Choose the type of letter in which each of these phrases might be used.
-Please accept this as formal notice that I am stepping down... Letter of resignation 1
-To whom it may concern, I am writing to request some further information... Letter of inquiry 2
-Dearest Butterfly, I can no longer keep our passionate affair a secret... Love letter 3
-Dear sir or madam, I am writing on behalf of my former colleague... Letter of recommendation 4
Below are four formulas used for beginning letters. Choose the type of letter in which each of these phrases might be used.
-Please accept this as formal notice that I am stepping down... Letter of resignation 1
-To whom it may concern, I am writing to request some further information... Letter of inquiry 2
-Dearest Butterfly, I can no longer keep our passionate affair a secret... Love letter 3
-Dear sir or madam, I am writing on behalf of my former colleague... Letter of recommendation 4
1 Letter of resignation: This phrase is very likely to be found in a letter of resignation, used to notify an employer that the writer is "resigning", "stepping down" or formally ending a period of employment with a company'. The expression "to step down" is synonymous with "to resign", and is generally used in conjunction with important positions. Example: The CEO of Microtosh is stepping down next week.
1 Love letter: This line isn't likely to be found in a love letter.
1 Letter of inquiry: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of inquiry, which is generally used to express one's interest in a product, position, company, or simply to request information.
1 Letter of recommendation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of recommendation, which is generally used to formally recommend a job applicant for a new position.
2 Letter of inquiry: This line is very likely to be found in a letter of inquiry, a letter which can be used to request information about a product, company, service, position, etc. In this type of letter, it is not necessary to address the recipient by name (as it is often unknown), so we frequently find formulas such as "To whom it may concern", "Dear Hiring Manager", "Dear sir or madam", etc.
2 Love letter: This line isn't likely to be found in a love letter.
2 Letter of recommendation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of recommendation, which is generally used to formally recommend a job applicant for a new position.
2 Letter of resignation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of resignation, which is used to formally notify an employer that the writer is ending a period of employment.
3 Love letter: I love you Butterfly. I want to shout our love from the rooftops. Tonight we will sup upon the wet innards of the finest Cantaloupe that one Rouble can buy. Come my sweet, let us dance like fairies around the hearth of our log cabin, make merry and sing in high-pitched voices like the castrati of yore.
3 Letter of recommendation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of recommendation, which is generally used to formally recommend a job applicant for a new position.
3 Letter of resignation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of resignation, which is used to formally notify an employer that the writer is ending a period of employment.
3 Letter of inquiry: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of inquiry, which is generally used to express one's interest in a product, position, company, or simply to request information.
4 Letter of recommendation: This line is very likely to be found in a letter of recommendation (or reference), used to provide information about a job applicant, often written by a former employer or colleague. Its purpose is to provide a potential employer with helpful information about a candidate being considered. For example: Bruno read several letters of recommendation before hiring Brian Jones. In this context, "on behalf of" indicates that this letter is being written in the interest of someone else. The term "former" (colleague) refers to an "old" or "past" colleague.
4 Letter of resignation: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of resignation, which is used to formally notify an employer that the writer is ending a period of employment.
4 Letter of inquiry: This line isn't likely to be found in a letter of inquiry, which is generally used to express one's interest in a product, position, company, or simply to request information.
4 Love letter: This line isn't likely to be found in a love letter.
Esercizio 4
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one!
There may be more than one!
Choose the TRUE statements from the list below.
There may be more than one!
There may be more than one!
This is a true statement. Moira says "A 12-hour ceasefire is declared in the Middle East". The term "ceasefire" refers to a temporary suspension of war or military fighting. A "ceasefire" (or cease-fire) is close in meaning to the term "truce" as well.
This statement is true. Moira says "US senator Robert Roberts resigns following charges of embezzlement". To "resign" means to "step down" or "quit" one's job. "Embezzlement" refers to the act of using money inappropriately, and in most cases stealing it. The US senator in question has quit his job as a result of misusing funds, a sign of corruption in government, which is extremely rare in the United States. Ha ha.
This statement is false. Moira reports that SuperTeleCom has "merged" with GigaTeleCom, meaning that they have joined together, forming one company out of the two separate companies. She then says that MiniTeleCom has "declared bankruptcy" which means that it has officially declared that it has no more money. GigaTeleCom and SuperTeleCom have joined together but they have not bought MiniTeleCom.
This statement is false. Stephanie tells Moira and Brent that she has "spotted a mob of kangaroos". When speaking about a group of kangaroos, the term "mob" is used, whereas in human terms it usually refers to a group of angry or menacing people. Although Brent is worried about Stephanie's safety and he advises her to run, Stephanie explains that kangaroos are not dangerous. Stephanie is not being attacked by a gang of dangerous kangaroos, she is simply observing them. The verb "to spot" means "to see" or "to notice".
Esercizio 5
"If you'll just step into my office Harold..."
The verb "to step" has many meanings in English. Select the sentence(s) which use the verb CORRECTLY.
The verb "to step" has many meanings in English. Select the sentence(s) which use the verb CORRECTLY.
"If you'll just step into my office Harold..."
The verb "to step" has many meanings in English. Select the sentence(s) which use the verb CORRECTLY.
The verb "to step" has many meanings in English. Select the sentence(s) which use the verb CORRECTLY.
This sentence doesn't use the verb "to step" correctly. The verb isn't synonymous with "to hike", "to trek" or "to climb", all verbs which would be more appropriate in this context
This sentence uses "step" correctly. To "step down (from a position)" is to quit one's job, or resign from it. This expression is generally used for very important positions. For example: The president stepped down (or "resigned") after allegations of sexual misconduct. To "step down" is synonymous with the verb "to resign" in this context.
This sentence doesn't use the verb "to step" correctly. "To step" can't be used this way. A better choice here would be "to move" or "to move on".
This sentence uses "step" correctly. "To step out (of the office)" is to leave the office, probably just for a little while. This phrasal verb can be used without a definite location, for example: I have to step out. Margaret, please hold my calls. Note that many prepositions can be added to the verb "to step" to create a variety of different meanings: step in, step up, step out, step on, etc.
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