Idioms con “change”

Hoy es turno para otra de esas palabras que tiene unas cuantas expresiones/idioms que suelen usarse a menudo.

 

Veamos unas cuantas (31 para ser específicos):

Palabra

 

Ejemplo

Change of heart

Cambio de opinión o actitud

“I was against the idea at first, but I had a change of heart after hearing more about it.”

Change of pace

Cambio en la velocidad o ritmo de algo

“I needed a change of pace, so I decided to take a trip to the mountains.”

Change of scenery

Cambio de ambiente o entorno

“I needed a change of scenery, so I moved to a new city.”

Change of luck

Cambio en la fortuna o circunstancias de alguien

“I’ve been having a hard time lately, but I’m hoping for a change of luck.”

Change one’s tune

Cambiar de opinión o actitud

“He was against the idea at first, but he changed his tune after he realized the benefits.”

Change course

Cambiar de dirección o estrategia

“We need to change course if we want to arrive at our destination on time.”

Change of plans

Cambio en el curso de acción previsto

“We had to make a change of plans due to the weather.”

A change is as good as a rest

Un cambio de actividad puede ser tan refrescante como un descanso

“I decided to take up painting as a hobby because a change is as good as a rest.”

A change is gonna come

Un cambio importante está por ocurrir

“I know things are tough right now, but a change is gonna come.”

Like a breath of fresh air

Algo nuevo y refrescante

“Meeting you was like a breath of fresh air, I had been feeling so down.”

The more things change, the, more they stay the same

Aunque las cosas parezcan cambiar, algunas cosas permanecen iguales

“Even though we have a new boss, the more things change, the more they stay the same around here.”

Ring the changes

Hacer varios cambios o alteraciones

“I think we should ring the changes and try something new for our next project.”

Turn over a new leaf

Empezar de nuevo, cambiar el comportamiento o hábitos

“After I quit smoking, I turned over a new leaf and started going to the gym every day.”

A sea change

Un cambio significativo y fundamental

“The introduction of the new technology brought about a sea change in the industry.”

A change in the wind

Un presentimiento de un cambio que se acerca

“There’s a change in the wind and we need to be prepared for whatever comes our way.”

Change hands

Pasar de un dueño a otro

“The company has changed hands several times in the last few years.”

Change one’s spots

Cambiar su naturaleza o comportamiento fundamental

“I never thought he would settle down, but he’s really changed his spots since he met his wife.”

Change direction

Cambiar de dirección o alterar el camino

“After the meeting, we decided to change direction and pursue a different strategy.”

A change of tack

Un cambio en la estrategia o enfoque

“We need to try a different approach if we

A change is as good as a rest

Un presentimiento de un cambio que se acerca

After studying for hours, I decided to take a break and go for a walk outside. Sometimes, a change is as good as a rest, and the fresh air and change of environment helped clear my mind and improve my focus when I returned to my studies.

A change in the weather

Cambiar de dirección o estrategia

The forecast predicted rain, but suddenly there was a change in the weather, and the sun started shining.

Change gears

Cambiar de estrategía, enfoque (o de marcha si es un vehículo)

When driving uphill, it’s important to change gears to a lower gear for more power.

A change in the air

Un presentimiento de un cambio que se acerca

As the election approached, there was a change in the air, and people could feel the tension and excitement building up.

Change course

Cambiar de dirección o estrategia

After realizing his initial career path wasn’t fulfilling, he decided to change course and pursue a degree in graphic design.

Change one’s stripes

Cambiar su naturaleza o comportamiento fundamental

The notorious criminal claimed to have changed his stripes and was determined to live an honest life.

Change the status quo

Alterar el estado de las cosas existente

The activists were determined to change the status quo and fight for equal rights.

A change of tune

Cambiar el enfoque o actitud

At first, he was against the project, but after hearing the new proposal, he had a change of tune and became its biggest supporter.

Change with the times

Adaptarse o evolucionar para adaptarse a la

In order to stay relevant, businesses must adapt and change with the times, embracing new technologies and trends.

A change for the better

Hacer una mejora o progreso

Quitting his toxic job was a change for the better, as it allowed him to pursue his passion and find happiness.

Change of fortune

Un cambio en la situación financiera o material

After winning the lottery, she experienced a drastic change of fortune and went from struggling financially to living a life of luxury.

Change clothes

Cambiar de ropa

She decided to change clothes before going to the party to make sure she looked her best.

 

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