Expression Cards: phrasal-verb
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phrasal-verb
trade up for
etwas gegen eine bessere Option eintauschen
Meaning
to exchange something for a better option
Example
We **trade up for** faster equipment when budgets allow.
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train through setbacks
auch nach Schwierigkeiten weiter üben
Meaning
to keep practicing even after difficulties
Example
Athletes **train through setbacks** by adjusting their routines.
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transform into
sich komplett in etwas Neues ändern
Meaning
to change completely into something new
Example
Over the years, the firm has **transformed into** a fully digital enterprise.
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transform over time
sich allmählich in Form oder Natur verändern
Meaning
to gradually change form or nature
Example
The organization will **transform over time** with consistent innovation.
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transition into
von einer Rolle oder Bedingung zu einer anderen wechseln
Meaning
to change from one role or condition to another
Example
She successfully **transitioned into** a leadership role after years of experience.
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transition through
sanft durch verschiedene Phasen der Veränderung gehen
Meaning
to pass through different phases of change smoothly
Example
The company managed to **transition through** restructuring with minimal disruption.
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translate into action
Ideen oder Worte in praktische Schritte oder Ergebnisse umwandeln
Meaning
to turn ideas or words into practical steps or results
Example
We must **translate into action** the promises made in meetings.
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tremble with
vor Angst zittern
Meaning
to shake because of fear or anxiety
Example
He **trembled with** fear when he saw the police car stop near him.
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tremble with excitement
leicht zittern vor Aufregung
Meaning
to shake slightly because of excitement
Example
He **trembled with excitement** before the announcement.
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trickle down
sich allmählich von den Reichen zu den weniger Wohlhabenden verbreiten; den unteren Klassen indirekt zugutekommen
Meaning
to spread gradually from the wealthy to the less wealthy; to benefit lower classes indirectly
Example
Many economists argue that wealth doesn’t always **trickle down** to the poor.
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trim down
etwas kleiner oder effizienter machen, indem unnötige Teile oder Ausgaben entfernt werden
Meaning
to make something smaller or more efficient by removing unnecessary parts or expenses
Example
Companies **trim down** their budgets to survive during recessions.
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trip over
einen unachtsamen Fehler machen, während man etwas tut
Meaning
to make a careless mistake while doing something
Example
I **tripped over** my words during the speech.
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trip over oneself
viele kleine Fehler wegen Nervosität machen
Meaning
to make many small mistakes because of nervousness
Example
He **tripped over himself** trying to explain.
phrasal-verb
trip up
jemandem einen Fehler machen lassen; einen Fehler machen
Meaning
to make someone make a mistake; to make an error
Example
The interviewer tried to **trip up** the candidate with tricky questions.
phrasal-verb
trip up on
einen Fehler machen, wenn man mit etwas Schwierigen umgeht
Meaning
to make a mistake when dealing with something difficult
Example
She **tripped up on** the hardest part of the puzzle.
phrasal-verb
trust in
Vertrauen oder Glauben an etwas oder jemanden haben
Meaning
to have faith or confidence in something or someone
Example
We should **trust in** ourselves and never lose hope.
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trust with
jemandem Verantwortung oder Vertrauen geben, um etwas zu erledigen
Meaning
to give someone responsibility or confidence to handle something
Example
I **trust you with** my deepest secrets.
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try on
Kleidung anprobieren, um zu sehen, ob sie passt oder gut aussieht
Meaning
to put on clothes to see if they fit or look good
Example
I want to **try on** this jacket before buying it.
phrasal-verb
try out
ein neues Rezept oder Essen zum ersten Mal testen
Meaning
to test a new recipe or food for the first time
Example
I want to **try out** that new smoothie recipe.
phrasal-verb
tune back in
sich nach Ablenkung wieder mit seinen Gefühlen oder seinem Bewusstsein verbinden
Meaning
to reconnect with your emotions or awareness after being distracted
Example
He took a short walk to **tune back in** to his feelings.
phrasal-verb
tune down
die Intensität oder Energie verringern; Dinge beruhigen
Meaning
to lower the intensity or energy; to calm things
Example
Let’s **tune down** the tension and talk calmly about it.
phrasal-verb
tune in
aufmerksam zuhören oder sorgfältig hören
Meaning
to pay attention or listen carefully
Example
Try to **tune in** when others are speaking.
phrasal-verb
tune in for
etwas zu einer festgelegten Zeit anschauen oder anhören
Meaning
to watch or listen to something at a scheduled time
Example
Millions **tune in for** the morning science segment online.
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tune in to
sich etwas oder jemandem bewusst oder reaktionsfähig machen
Meaning
to become aware of or responsive to something or someone
Example
Good leaders **tune in to** their team’s needs and emotions.