Loro in english
pronunciation: perət part of speech: noun
loro = parrot.
Example: When some of the parrots got sick, he nursed them back to health, and they in turn brought him back to life.more:
» al loro = in the know ; on the ball .
Example: Digerati is the digital version of literati and refers to a vague cloud of people seen to be knowledgeable, hip, or otherwise in-the-know in regards to the digital revolution. Example: He believes his success will be determined by 'personal attention, being on the ball, attention to detail and consistency of service'.» aprender Algo como un loro = learn + Nombre + by heart ; learn + Nombre + by rote ; learn + Nombre + parrot-fashion .
Example: The first thing I did was to learn it by heart and it's is still one of my favourite poems. Example: It may be that I'm going about it the wrong way, trying to learn it by rote rather than really understanding it. Example: None of them read music so they have had to learn it parrot-fashion but they sound really good.» como un loro = parrot-fashion .
Example: There is no easy way to learn your times tables -- you will have to try hard to memorise them 'parrot-fashion'.» estar al loro = be in the swim (of things) ; be in the swing of things .
Example: Maria would constantly complain to me that she was bored andthat she had once been in the swim of things in the literary world of London. Example: That first week is hard, but as soon as it is over you are going to be in the swing of things and you are going to see results.
» estar al loro de = be on the lookout for ; keep + Posesivo + eyes (wide) open ; keep + Posesivo + eyes peeled ; keep + Posesivo + eyes skinned ; keep + Posesivo + wits about + Pronombre .
Example: Librarians should be constantly on the lookout for ways in which to improve their basic services to the public. Example: He should make a note of the gap and keep his eyes open for any additional material. Example: Lulu is a friendly, chatty parrot and we urge everyone in and around this area to keep their eyes peeled for her. Example: When you tire of the town, rent a kayak and paddle around the islands keeping your eyes skinned for whales that inhabit the Sound. Example: Criminals operate all over the world, so travellers need to keep their wits about them and take care of their passports = Hay delincuentes a lo largo y ancho de este mundo, por lo que las personas que viajan necesitan andarse con mucho ojo y tener cuidado con sus pasaportes.» loro viejo no aprende a hablar = you can't teach an old dog new tricks [Proverbio] .
Example: The article is entitled 'Rewiring a working library or teaching an old dog new tricks'.» poner a Alguien al loro (de/sobre) = clue + Alguien + up (on) ; clue + Alguien + in (on) ; fill + Alguien + in (on) ; bring + Alguien + into the swim of ; get + Alguien + up to speed (on) ; bring + Alguien + up to speed (on) ; put + Alguien + in the picture (about) ; give + Alguien + the gen on ; gen + Alguien + up (about/on) ; put + Alguien + up to speed (on/with) .
Example: It appeared this was something she had not clued her up on. Example: This monthly series is for the 20-something woman who wishes she had a couple of big sisters to clue her in on the ins and outs of life after college. Example: 'Perhaps at the same time you could fill me in on some of our procedures,' he said and sat down. Example: The author discusses the importance of bringing end-users out of the cubbyhole and into the swim of research. Example: If someone can get me up to speed on this I can have a stab at writing it up for others to follow. Example: The article has the title 'Bringing staff up to speed'. Example: This article puts the reader in the picture about the use of robots. Example: She said she lived in Kendal and had never heard of us so I gave her the gen on what a fun bunch we all are. Example: We were captivated by their infectious enthusiasm so we genned them up on Kenya and life in the colonies. Example: She was way behind academically but her teacher has been an essential part in the difficult task of putting her up to speed with the rest of her classmates.» poner a Alguien a loro (de/sobre) = tell + Alguien + the score .
Example: Someone needs to have a chinwag with them and tell them the score.» ponerse al loro = get into + the swing (of things) ; get into + the swim (of things) ; get into + the flow (of things) ; get into + the spirit of things .
Example: While it may be hard to get into the swing of things, after a couple weeks you will be used to it and enjoying all the added benefits!. Example: Neglecting to help new executives get into the swim of things quickly can incur enormous organizational costs. Example: The team took a while to get into the flow of things but have been gaining steam and are now flying high, after winning six of their last seven outings. Example: Everyone got into the spirit of things quickly, some removing shirts, or loosening buttons, removing jackets, dancing or even showing comical underwear.» ponerse al loro (de/sobre) = get up to + speed on .
Example: This workshop has been designed for new librarians, vendors, and publishers who want to get up to speed on current serials acquisitions practice.» repetir Algo como un loro = repeat + Nombre + parrot-fashion ; repeat + Nombre + by heart ; repeat + Nombre + by rote .
Example: Life is about living and making your own judgements -- not repeating parrot-fashion what the government of the day decides they want you to do, or not do. Example: Lennie has heard this story so often he can repeat it by heart. Example: We know it by heart, repeat it by rote, but have you ever really thought about it?.» verde loro = parrot green .
Example: As you may be able to tell from the pictures, the exterior of the house is stained a beautiful shade of vibrant, parrot green!.» volver a ponerse al loro = get back in(to) + the swim (of things) ; be back in(to) the swim (of things) ; get back in(to) + the swing (of things) .
Example: I was just out of practice and unsure of how to best get back in the swim of things. Example: I heard from a mutual friend recently that he is doing pretty well but it will be a while before he is back in the swim of things. Example: It was hard to start with as I got tired easily and had also lost a lot of confidence, but I soon got back into the swing of things.