How to Write an Out-of-Office Message Tip#2 Keep Things Simple If you have a job where it makes sense to list alternate (дополнительный) contacts for while you’re away, do that … but don’t get so detailed that you’re recreating your company’s email directory in your out-of-office message. For most people, limiting it to two or…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “acquaintance” (n.) Transcription: [əˈkweɪntəns] Russian Translation: знакомый Definition: a person whom you know but do not know well and who is therefore not exactly a friend Example: I have a large circle of friends and acquaintances engaged in photography. Synonyms: associate, contact
How to Order at a Restaurant: US vs UK Do you ask for the bill or the check? How much should you tip? Are they chips or fries? Dining out is a great way to practice your English skills when you’re studying English, but for many learners, it can be a nervous experience. This is…
How much water should we be drinking? Health authorities commonly recommend eight 8-ounce glasses, which equals about 2 liters. This is called the 8×8 rule and is very easy to remember. But they acknowledge (уточнить) that nearly 20 percent of your day’s hydration is derived from food, which can be difficult to count. The key…
Hyphenated Compound Words Hyphenated compound words are the ones (obviously) with a hyphen between the words. Over time, many hyphenated compounds become closed compounds—teen-ager became teenager for instance. Check a dictionary if you’re not sure whether to use a hyphen or not. Here are a few examples of common hyphenated compound words: Example: Mother-in-law (тёща;…
Seven tents will be available to rent on the rooftop of one of Moscow’s largest shopping malls for three weeks in July. The transformed space — which is usually part of the car park at Moscow’s Aviapark — will be kitted out (оборудован) with its own swimming pool and sun loungers, food truck, open air…
How to Write an Out-of-Office Message Have you ever paid attention to other people’s out-of-office messages? There are some weird ones out there. Some out-of-office messages give way too much information. Other people’s messages are confusingly complicated. Here’s how to do it — and how not do it. Tip#1. Cover the Basics Your message should…
Today’s Word of the Day is: “mansion” (n.) Transcription: [ˈmæn.ʃən] Russian Translation: особняк Definition: a very large, expensive house Example: They have a mansion with 10 bedrooms and an indoor swimming pool. Synonym: residence
Visit Sokolniki Park for a vintage flea market running every Saturday until the end of September on Pesochnaya Alley. Visitors will find a wide range of antique household and interior items, toys, jewelry, books, porcelain (фарфоровые изделия) and glass, souvenirs and gifts. There is also the Alley of Artists located next to the flea…
Business Etiquette Tips for Cell Phone Users in the Workplace Take Personal Calls in a Private Place Hearing someone talk loudly on a cell phone, especially about personal business is distracting to coworkers trying to do their jobs. It’s best to go to an empty conference room or other private location to make a personal…