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 |
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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. |