Expression Cards: idiom
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idiom
face a system error
experimentar una falla o avería repentina
Meaning
to experience a sudden failure or breakdown
Example
Our plans **faced a system error** when the deal was canceled.
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face the consequences
aceptar los resultados de tus acciones, ya sean buenos o malos
Meaning
to accept the results of your actions, whether good or bad
Example
You will have to **face the consequences** of your actions.
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face the music
aceptar la crítica o el castigo por algo que has hecho
Meaning
to accept criticism or punishment for something you have done
Example
You made a mistake, and now you have to **face the music**.
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Face the truth
Aceptar la realidad de una situación, incluso si es desagradable.
Meaning
To accept the reality of a situation, even if it’s unpleasant.
Example
You have to **face the truth** about your finances.
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face the world
enfrentar la vida y sus desafíos con confianza
Meaning
to deal with life and its challenges confidently
Example
After recovering, she was ready to **face the world** again.
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face time
interacción personal directa en lugar de comunicación virtual
Meaning
direct personal interaction rather than virtual communication
Example
We need more **face time** to build trust among team members.
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face up to
aceptar y enfrentar una situación difícil
Meaning
to accept and confront a difficult situation
Example
It’s time to **face up to** the staffing gaps.
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face your fears
enfrentar algo que te asusta
Meaning
to confront something that scares you
Example
You need to **face your fears** if you want to grow as a person.
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factor in
incluir algo como parte de un cálculo o plan
Meaning
to include something as part of a calculation or plan
Example
Remember to **factor in** travel time when planning.
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fade to black
terminar algo dramáticamente
Meaning
to end something dramatically
Example
The director chose to **fade to black** at the emotional climax.
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fail at something
no tener éxito en hacer algo
Meaning
to not succeed in doing something
Example
He tried to fix the car, but he **failed at something**.
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fail better
mejorar aprendiendo de fracasos pasados
Meaning
to improve by learning from past failures
Example
Even if you fail, try to **fail better** next time.
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Fail fast
Identificar rápidamente y aprender de los fracasos.
Meaning
To quickly identify and learn from failures.
Example
In startups, it’s better to **fail fast** and learn than to waste time.
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fail fast, learn faster
identificar rápidamente los errores y usarlos como oportunidades de aprendizaje
Meaning
to quickly identify mistakes and use them as learning opportunities
Example
In startup culture, it’s encouraged to **fail fast, learn faster**.
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fail forward
aprender y crecer a partir del fracaso
Meaning
to learn and grow from failure
Example
Don’t be afraid to **fail forward** and learn from your mistakes.
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fail to deliver
no cumplir con las expectativas o completar una tarea con éxito
Meaning
to not meet expectations or complete a task successfully
Example
The company promised improvements but failed to **deliver** on its promises.
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fail to plan is plan to fail
sin una planificación adecuada, el fracaso es inevitable
Meaning
without proper planning, failure is inevitable
Example
**Failing to plan is planning to fail**, so prepare early.
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Failure is the mother of success
El éxito a menudo viene después de aprender de los fracasos.
Meaning
Success often comes after learning from failures.
Example
Don’t worry about failing; **failure is the mother of success**.
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faint-hearted
falta de coraje o determinación
Meaning
lacking courage or determination
Example
Climbing this mountain is not for the **faint-hearted**.
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fair and square
honesto y directo; sin hacer trampa
Meaning
honest and straightforward; without cheating
Example
She won the competition **fair and square**.
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Fair enough
Usado para mostrar que entiendes o aceptas el punto de alguien
Meaning
Used to show you understand or accept someone’s point
Example
‘We can’t afford it now.’ ‘**Fair enough**, maybe later.’
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fair-weather friend
una persona que solo es tu amigo cuando las cosas van bien
Meaning
a person who is only your friend when things are good
Example
A **fair-weather friend** will leave you when things get tough.
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Faith can move mountains
Una fuerte creencia puede lograr lo imposible.
Meaning
Strong belief can achieve the impossible.
Example
He believes that **faith can move mountains** when you truly believe.
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faith moves mountains
una fuerte creencia puede lograr grandes cosas
Meaning
strong belief can achieve great things
Example
Keep believing in yourself—**faith moves mountains**.