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A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.


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Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.


bird noun

1. Warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings.

The bird perched on the windowsill, its bright plumage glistening in the morning light. El pájaro se posó en el alféizar de la ventana, su plumaje brillante reluciendo a la luz matutina.

2. The flesh of a bird or fowl (wild or domestic) used as food.

The chef carefully seasoned the roasted bird with herbs and spices before serving it to the dinner guests. El chef cuidadosamente sazonó el ave asada con hierbas y especias antes de servirla a los invitados para cenar.

3. Informal terms for a (young) woman.

4. A cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt.

The bird sounded off its discontent with a loud squawk when I took away its food. El pájaro sonó su descontento con un fuerte chillido cuando te quité su comida.

5. Badminton equipment consisting of a ball of cork or rubber with a crown of feathers.

The tennis player expertly hit the bird over the net, watching as it soared towards her opponent's court. El tenista experto golpeó con destreza al ave sobre la red, viendo cómo se elevaba hacia el campo de su oponente.

hand sustantivo

1. The (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb.

The pianist's hands moved deftly over the keyboard, playing a flawless rendition of Chopin's nocturne. Las manos del pianista se movieron con habilidad sobre el teclado, interpretando una versión sin fallos de la nocturna de Chopin.

2. A hired laborer on a farm or ranch.

The farm owner was pleased to see his new hand, Juan, efficiently tending to the crops despite the sweltering heat. El dueño de la granja se alegró al ver a su nuevo mano, Juan, atendiendo eficientemente a las cosechas pese al calor asfixiante.

3. Something written by hand.

The artist's original sketches were displayed alongside the reproductions of her work, with the delicate lines and curves of her hand drawing standing out in contrast. Los bocetos originales del artista se exhibieron junto a las reproduciones de su obra, con las delicadas líneas y curvas de sus trazos a mano destacándose en contraste.

4. Ability.

With a hand for music, she was able to pick up the piano and play complex pieces with ease. Con una mano para la música, fue capaz de agarrar el piano y tocar piezas complejas con facilidad.

5. A position given by its location to the side of an object.

The hand of the clock was stuck at 3:15, indicating that time had stopped moving. La mano del reloj se había atascado en las 3:15, lo que indicaba que el tiempo había dejado de moverse.

6. The cards held in a card game by a given player at any given time.

After several minutes of careful consideration, John revealed his hand and was surprised to find that he had a strong flush. Después de varios minutos de consideración cuidadosa, John reveló su mano y se sorprendió al encontrar que tenía una fuerte corriente.

7. One of two sides of an issue.

The debate has been contentious, with supporters and opponents of the new policy firmly taking a hand on either side. El debate ha sido contendido, con partidarios y opositores de la nueva política tomándose firmemente partido por uno u otro lado.

8. A rotating pointer on the face of a timepiece.

The minute hand on my grandfather's old watch was stuck at 3:15, so he had to get it repaired. La aguja del minuto en el reloj antiguo de mi abuelo se había quedado atascada a las 3:15, por lo que tuvo que hacer reparaciones.

9. A unit of length equal to 4 inches.

The carpenter measured the wood to be exactly two hands longer than the original piece, ensuring a perfect fit. El carpintero midió el madera para que fuera exactamente dos manos más larga que la pieza original, asegurando un ajuste perfecto.

10. A member of the crew of a ship.

The captain relied heavily on his hand, Tom, to navigate through the treacherous waters during the storm. El capitán se apoyó intensamente en su mano, Tom, para navegar a través de las aguas peligrosas durante la tormenta.

11. A card player in a game of bridge.

The hand on my right, consisting of my aunt and her husband, was doing remarkably well in the bridge tournament. La mano derecha mía, compuesta por mi tía y su marido, estaba haciendo notablemente bien en el torneo de bridge.

12. A round of applause to signify approval.

The crowd gave the play a standing hand, urging the actors to take their final bow. La multitud dio al espectáculo un aplauso de pie, instando a los actores a tomar su última reverencia.

13. Terminal part of the forelimb in certain vertebrates (e.g. apes or kangaroos).

The orangutan used its hand to grasp the branch and swing through the jungle. El orangután utilizó su mano para agarrar el ramo y balancearse a través del jardín.

14. Physical assistance.

After she fell on her way to work, her colleague lent a helping hand by carrying her bag and accompanying her to the hospital. Después de que se cayera en el camino al trabajo, su compañera de trabajo le prestó una mano amiga llevando su mochila y acompañándola al hospital.

worth adjective

1. Worthy of being treated in a particular way.

The elderly patient was worth special care and attention, so the hospital staff made sure to provide her with extra assistance. El paciente anciano merecía un cuidado y atención especiales, por lo que el personal del hospital se aseguró de proporcionarle ayuda adicional.
As a veteran, John was worth a round of applause for his bravery during the war. Como veterano, Juan valía un aplauso por su valentía durante la guerra.

2. Having a specified value.

The diamond necklace was worth a small fortune, and it took her years to save up enough money to buy it. El collar de diamantes valía una pequeña fortuna y le costó años ahorrar lo suficiente para comprárselo.
This painting is worth millions of dollars, making it one of the most valuable pieces in the museum's collection. Esta pintura vale millones de dólares, lo que la convierte en uno de los objetos más valiosos en la colección del museo.

bush noun

1. A low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems.

The garden was filled with various types of bushes, including rose bushes and lavender bushes, which added a pop of color to the landscape. El jardín estaba lleno de diferentes tipos de arbustos, incluyendo los arbustos de rosas y los arbustos de lavanda, que agregaban un toque de color al paisaje.

2. A large wilderness area.

The park ranger warned us about the dangers of hiking in the dense bush, where venomous snakes and spiders are common. El guardabosque nos advirtió sobre los peligros del senderismo en la densa maleza, donde son comunes las serpientes venenosas y arañas.

3. Dense vegetation consisting of stunted trees or bushes.

The hikers had to navigate through the thick bush to reach the summit, where they were rewarded with a breathtaking view. Los senderistas tuvieron que navegar a través del tupido mato a llegar al pico, donde fueron recompensados con una vista impresionante.

4. 43rd president of the united states.

The historian's book about the life and presidency of Bush provided valuable insights into his leadership style. El libro del historiador sobre la vida y presidencia de Bush proporcionó valiosos aportes sobre su estilo de liderazgo.

5. United states electrical engineer who designed an early analogue computer and who led the scientific program of the united states during world war ii (1890-1974).

During World War II, Vannevar Bush played a crucial role in directing the scientific research efforts of the United States government, leveraging his expertise in electrical engineering and computer design. Durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, Vannevar Bush desempeñó un papel crucial en la dirección de los esfuerzos de investigación científica del gobierno estadounidense, aprovechando su experticia en ingeniería eléctrica y diseño de computadoras.

6. Vice president under reagan and 41st president of the united states (born in 1924).

The 41st President of the United States, George H.W. Bush, was known for his diplomatic efforts during the Gulf War. El 41º presidente de los Estados Unidos, George H.W. Bush, fue conocido por sus esfuerzos diplomáticos durante la Guerra del Golfo.

7. Hair growing in the pubic area.