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22/5/18

Had better

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Had better: form and meaning

We use had better to refer to the present or the future, to talk about actions we think people should do or which are desirable in a specific situation. The verb form is always had, not have. We normally shorten it to ’d better in informal situations. It is followed by the infinitive without to:

It’s five o’clock. I’d better go now before the traffic gets too bad.

Not: I’d better to go now.

The democratic movement had better concentrate on the immediate issues of the economy and security. (more formal)

Had better is a strong expression. We use it if we think there will be negative results if someone does not do what is desired or suggested:

She’d better get here soon or she’ll miss the opening ceremony.

Spoken English:

Sometimes people say had best instead of had better, especially in informal speaking. This sounds slightly less strong and less direct:

You’d best leave it till Monday. There’s no one in the office today.

Had better: negative and question forms

The negative of had better is had better not (or ’d better not):

I’d better not leave my bag there. Someone might steal it.

You’d better not tell Elizabeth about the broken glass – she’ll go crazy!

The question form of had better is made by inverting the subject and had. This means the same as should, but is more formal:

Had I better speak to Joan first before I send this form off? What do you think?

Had we better leave a note for the delivery guy to take the parcel next door?

Negative questions with had better are more common than affirmative ones:

Hadn’t we better ring the school and tell them Liam is sick?

Hadn’t you better switch your computer off? It might overheat if you leave it on.

Had better or be better, be best?

We use had better to give advice in a specific situation. We use the phrase be better or be best + to-infinitive for more general suggestions:

It’s always better to be safe than sorry. (‘It’s better to be safe than sorry’ is a saying which means that you should be careful before taking any action.)

I think it would be best to speak to the people in the video shop to see what they recommend.

Had better or would rather, would prefer?

We don’t use had better when we talk about preferences. We use would rather or would prefer.

Compare

I’d better get a taxi. The buses are so slow.	It is a good idea, better, or advisable to get a taxi.
I’d rather get a taxi. I don’t like buses.	I prefer to get a taxi.

Had better: typical errors

·         We use had better to give specific advice, not to talk about obligations or requirements; instead, we use have to, have got to or must:

You have to (or must) hold a full, valid driving licence to hire a car.

Not: You’d better hold a full, valid driving licence to hire a car.

See also:

·         Have got to and have to

·         Must

·         We don’t use had better to talk about preferences; instead, we use would rather or would prefer:

They offered her a job in Warsaw, but she said she’d rather work in a smaller city.(or … she’d prefer to work …)

Not: … she’d better work …

·         We don’t use had better to make ordinary suggestions or recommendations:

Auckland is a great place to visit. I’d recommend you take a boat trip across the bay and see some of the islands. Then you can find a nice restaurant for lunch. There are plenty of them.

Not: You’d better take a boat trip across the bay and see some of the islands. Then you’d better find a nice restaurant for lunch.

11/4/18

IL PASSIVO

7/3/18

Writing a formal email to apply for a job

1- DEAR SIR/MADAM

2 - I AM WRITING YOU BECAUSE I WOULD LIKE TO APPLY FOR THE JOB AS _assistant stylist__.

3 - I am an Italian girl qualified as hairdresser in June 2018.....Please find my cv attached.

4 - Thank you for your time. I am waiting for your reply.

5 - Best regards, (full name)



27/2/18





HOW TO WRITE A CV

PERSONAL Details

Education

List the school attended, the years and the qualification earned.

Experience

This section is where the writer specifies his or her job experience and accomplishments. List each job done in the past. Start with the job title and company in bold + the dates he was employed in the position + give specific information about what he or she did in that position.
Lists the typical tasks performed and do it i in short phrases rather than complete sentences. For example, one might write “Processed data from consumer complaints, compiled summaries of program needs, and made improvements to web design and user interface.” Each job listing
should have a similarly written description.

Skills (abilities)

Interests

References

The final section of the resume is the references section. Most people choose to write “References available upon request”.

20/12/17

(Pres. Perf.) oh I have received a notification. (Simple Past) I received a notification 5 minutes ago

I am going to make your haircut!!! (intenzioni future) She is coming next Saturday (appuntamenti prestabiliti). I hope it will be good (neutro+pensieri,previsioni, speranze ecc) or on Sunday I am f*@°ed (certezze, news, orari)!!!!

I haven’t decided it yet but I might change my phone at some point next year

19/12/17

13/12/17

DECISIONS MAKING

whether.....or = sia....che

far = lontano

further = più lontano (comparativo magg.)

HOMEWORK

3/5/18

pg 370 n 10 + pg 371 n 11


20/3/18

scrivere mail facendo domanda di lavoro per questo annuncio

https://www.indeed.co.uk/cmp/Bella-Barba/jobs/Barber-c9931f699096ae3f?q=Hair+italian&vjs=3


27/2/18

studiare sezioni cv


12/12/17

scrivere l'ultima volta che avete preso una decisione importante

VOCABULARY

15/5/18

To avoid =evitare	Perhaps = forse
To be fond = essere dentro/attaccati a	Item = articolo
To be keen on = avere a cuore, vedere di buon grado, piacere

10/5/18

Communal conservatory

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Beautiful double room available in my recently renovated, well-cared for, peaceful house with restored period features. Convenient access by bus, bike or foot to Bristol City Centre, Temple Meads Rail station, Bath Road, Sandy Park (with local shops and amenities), Paintworks, Arnos Vale, lovely local woodland of Nightingale Valley, and large supermarkets/retail park within a short walk.

Looking for a clean, tidy and considerate person who'll really appreciate a peaceful home with quiet but friendly people. It’s not a party house though housemates do occasional movies/tv/meals together.

It's a big house with 2 bathrooms, garden, loads of communal space, broadband, lovely kitchen and log burner. Communal TV comes with Chromecast for streaming Netflix, Youtube, Spotify, etc. Also secure bike storage (bike rack in obscured location).

The rooms are decorated to a high standard, fully furnished with TV aerial point:

- One large double room, spacious with a lovely view. £510/month inc bills.

Bills are included, except for log burner wood. Price also includes fortnightly professional cleaning in communal areas. Some occasional contribution required towards cleaning consumables (mostly ecological) e. g. Washing up liquid, toilet paper etc.

I'm an IT professional interested in nature, meditation, running, dance classes, writing, travel, being eco, art, 6 music and Radio 4. I'm 99% vegetarian, so another veggie would be welcome but I'm also cool with considerate meat eaters. I travel a lot with work, so am very often not around. I speak moderate Spanish and pretty terrible French. I am also accredited by the Residential Landlords Association.

References taken/credit/identity checks made.

Sorry no pets (allergies), no DSS (insurance).

8/5/18

COME AFFITTARE UNA STANZA: TERMINOLOGIA

band = banda

broad = largo

broadband = banda larga (internet)

spare = che ti avanza

spare room = una stanza vuota (non occupata da nessuno)

spare change = delle monetine/soldi che ti avanzano

to share = condividere

the rent = l'affitto

within = all'interno

bill = bolletta, conto

to refurbish = rinnovare, rifornire

forniture = mobilia

fee = tassa

comparativo irregolare: FAR = lontano; FURTHER = più lontano

further details can be discussed = maggiori dettagli possono essere discussi

to include = includere

trick = scherzo

carpet = moquette

rug = tappeto

mess = casino

noise = rumore

to require = richiedere, necessitare

also = anche

middle = mid = nel mezzo

quick = fast - NB: fast è usato per la velocità misurabile mentre quick ha valore più generico

bargain = affare che non ci si può perdere (quando il prezzo è moooolto più basso anche rispetto a quando è normalmente scontato)

3/5/18

bathtub = vasca da bagno
leftover = avanzi (del cibo)
to leave, left, left = lasciare 
item= articolo (es: da regalo)
good= aggettivo= bene
good= sostantivo= bene (i beni, goods)


10/04/2018

INSTEAD OF = INVECE DI

MAYBE = POTREBBE ESSERE (FORSE)

AVAILABLE = DISPONIBILE

TO REQUIRE = RICHIEDERE

WHETHER...OR = SIA....CHE/SIA

EITHER...OR = O....O

BOTH =ENTRAMBI

SURROUNDINGS = CIò CHE TI CIRCONDA

TO OWN = AVERE IN PROPRIETà, POSSEDERE

OWNER = PROPRIETARIO

USED TO + _(verbo) = ESSERE SOLITI....

4/4/18

EITHER .... OR = O ....O...
NET = AFTER TAXES = netto
tip = extra money given by the client for the good service received
ish = more or less = più o meno
abroad = estero
to fall in love with = innamorarsi di
to be in love with = essere innamorato di..

ANNUNCIO DI LAVORO

Our small and friendly West London boutique salon needs an all round assistant to shampoo, blow dry and work on Reception.

 No salon experience necessary although that would be handy! We just really need someone with a professional well spoken phone manner and good people skills - We can teach you the rest. We are based in the Hammersmith W6 area next to Ravenscourt park tube station.

If you would like to apply / discuss this position please call Vicky on 07734219138 to leave a voicemail. Please only apply if you live reasonably near to the Hammersmith area ~ Many thanks!

Either 2 days per week ~ Thursdays and Fridays

Or 3 days per week: Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays ( Free parking Sat ) 

8 hours per day £60.00 net + good tips!

Please visit our website to find out more about us at butlerandlawler.com

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Job summary

Location

London, London W6 0JD

Job type

Part Time, Permanent

Salary

£7.50+  per hour

Posted

Today

risposta

21/3/18

suit

rail = rotaia

way = strada

railway = rete ferroviaria

to enquiry = to ask questions about something

likely = probably

one way ticket/single way ticket = biglietto sola andata

to allow = consentire

fare = tariff

off-peak = al di fuori dell'orario di punta

14/3/18

to employ = dare lavoro

employer = il datore di lavoro

employee= dipendente

to check = controllare

I'll double check

"cheers" = "salute" (quando si brinda)

"cheers" = thank you

to apply = far domanda di...

application form = 

besides / moreover = inoltre

easy going = socievole

work experience = stage

9/3/18


to bark = dog's sound
to apply = far domanda di..
advertisement = advert = adv = ad7/3/18

verbo + ER = colui che fa l'azione

verbo + EE = colui che riceve l'azione

busy = occupato, indaffarato

to work the way up = migliorare (in termini di carriera)

stock = il blocco di prodotti (magazzino)

TO APPLY = FAR DOMANDA DI.

.27/2/18

fingers crossed
touch wood
to fill = riempire
to feel = provare unsentimento
"in your eyes" = secondo voi/te


23/2/18

to own =possedere

owner = il proprietario

 ALONE = da sola :( (with no friends)

on my own = da sola

why = perchè

how come? = perchè

unless = a meno che 

to chew= masticare

gum = gomma

from - to/until = dalle-alle

22/2/18

rust = ruggine

to beg = supplicare

"lucky me" = "fortunato me"

knife = coltello

sharp = affilato

sort of = sorta di

colleague of mine = un mio collega

couple = coppia, paio

KEET IT SIMPLE = mantienilo semplice

are you still in touch with.. = sei ancora in contatto con..?

GO FOR IT = provaci, tentalo

both = entrambi

to nominate = nominare

20/12/17

at some point = a un certo punto
worth = valer la pena
my own = me stesso/a
fireplace = caminetto
to fill = riempire

19/12/17

gig = concert

instead = invece

rabbit = coniglio

rubber = gomma

rubbish = trash = waste

"on the other hand" = "d'altro canto"

"at the end of the day" = "alla fine della fiera..."

"to be broke" = "essere al verde"

13/12/17

more or less = ish = all'incirca (es: I'll be back in 5 minutes ish)

late = tardi

al massimo (in termini di scadenza) =  "at the latest"

I'll be back in 5-10 minutes (ish)at the latest = tornerò in massimo 5-10 minuti

lately = ultimamamente

the most important decision I had to do was whether going to Ikaros or Falcone

in fact = infatti

to regret = pentirsi di qlcs

to roll = rotolare

to enrol = iscriversi

needle = ago

me too = anch'io

twice = due volte

a month = al mese

tell us your biggest decision to date = La tua + grande decisione ad oggi

to check = controllare

topic = argomento

counter = bancone

@ = at

"." = dot

12/12/17

useful = utile
not (too) bad = non male
to throw = lanciare

...e alle due del mattino andrò alla festa e mi divertirò ballando, bevendo e giocando a poker.

At 2am I will go to the party and I will enjoy myself dancing, drinking and playing poker

the fun = divertimento

to have fun = divertirsi

to enjoy oneself = divertirsi

sure = sicura

unsure = insicure

need = aver bisogno

6/12/2017

further more = inoltre

to BE good at (something) = ESSERE bravi a (fare qualcosa)

to BE good at _____-ing 

I am good at dancing

I am good at cutting hair

I am good at playing volleyball

...was enrolling onto my 4th year at Ikaros

I'd like to become a haidresser

I'd like a coffee

to enrol = iscriversi

a (little) bit = un po'
"to go on" = continuare

"of course" = certamente

even = anche

to face (v) = affrontare (faccia a faccia)

face (n) = la faccia

goal = target = obiettivo
native speaker = nativo
mother  tongue = madre lingua
flawless = sciolto, disinvolto, impeccabile (nell'esecuzione)
to agree = essere d'accordo

to appreciate = apprezzare
to BE + out = smettere, essere fuori (da una situazione)

5/12/2017

"to stand out (of the crowd)" = emergere (in mezzo a una massa)"

to inspire = ispirare
one minute left = manca un minuto (viene dal verbo TO LEAVE)

VOCATIONAL ENGLISH

9/3/18

DEAR Mr Cilla

I am….

I am looking for ….

1. I am miriana zini, I am from chiari a city NEAR Brescia.

I am looking for a job as stylist in your salon in Milan as although I am a young hairstyler I am  very professional.

2. I am CHIARA PEDRONI and i am an Italian girl.

I am looking for a job as HSA because I am qualified as an hairdresser.

3. I am Leonela Caca, I am young hairstyler and I am from Brescia.

I am looking for a job and I saw your interesteing announcement.

4. I am PR a Domenican girl qualified as hairdresser and I am from Spirano.

I am looking for the job that you are offering and I think it is great for me

5. I am GB and ItalIAN girl.

I am looking for the job as HSA you put online

6. I am ST a Italian girl and I am writing because I would like to apply for a job.

I am looking for the job advertised because I saw it on internet

7. I am SP I am from in Calcio and I would like to apply for the job.

I am looking for the job advertised in NY because I am qualified as hairdresser

8. I am EL an Italian girl.

I am looking for the job offer in your hair salon

9. I am DL and I am looking for your job offe ras HSA advertised online

12/12/17

care = la cura (di se stessi)

careful = attenzione (aver cura)

skin care = cura della pelle

customer care (service) = cura del cliente

waiting room = sala d'attesa