Chinese whispers - tichá pošta (přeneseně), překrucování informací, zkreslené předávání zpráv

noun - the process by which information becomes increasingly inaccurate or distorted as it is passed from one person to another

 

embargo - embargo

noun - an official order to stop trade with another country, usually as a punishment or to force a political change

powerbank - powerbanka, externí baterie, přenosná nabíječka

noun - a portable device used to charge electronic gadgets, such as phones or tablets, when no power outlet is available

 

Ursa Minor - Malá medvědice (souhvězdí)

noun - a small constellation in the northern sky, also known as the Little Bear; it contains Polaris, the North Star

pedal - pedál (např. v autě)

noun - a foot-operated lever or control mechanism in a vehicle (such as accelerator, brake and clutch in a car)

boycott - bojkot, odmítnutí, protestní neúčast

noun - the act of refusing to buy, use, or participate in something as a way of protesting or expressing disapproval

boycott - bojkotovat, odmítat se účastnit

verb - to refuse to buy, use, or participate in something as a way of expressing disapproval or to force change

 

wean off - odvykat (postupně), odnaučit

verb - to gradually reduce someone's dependence on something, such as a drug or habit, until they no longer need it

spatula - špachtle, stěrka

noun - a tool with a flat, broad blade used for spreading, mixing, or smoothing materials such as plaster or mortar

 

strut - vykračovat si, naparovat se

verb - to walk in a proud way with your head up and chest out, as if you are very important

 

pharynx - hltan

noun - the muscular tube at the back of the throat that serves as a passage for both air and food

 

detain - zadržet (na policií ap.)

verb - to force someone to stay in an official place, such as a prison, a police station or a hospital

 

innit - že? že jo?

phrase, British English, informal - used instead of "isn't it", or any other question tag, such as "don't you", "aren't they" etc. (British English)

 

sprig - snítka, větvička

noun - a stem with leaves on it from a bush or a plant, used in cooking or as a decoration

 

sensor - čidlo, senzor

noun - a device that can react to certain physical conditions such as heat, light, etc. to do or show something