Hledat
Swan song
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labutí píseň, závěrečný výkon
the last important thing that a person does before their retirement or death
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "swan song" and when to use it?
The idiom "swan song" originates from the ancient belief, dating back to Greco-Roman mythology, that swans sing a beautiful, haunting melody just before their death. This belief was perpetuated in various literary works, including the Roman poet Virgil's writings. Over time, this expression evolved to describe a final, notable performance or effort before retiring, leaving a position, or coming to the end of a career.
Example
The legendary musician 's farewell concert was considered his swan song, a perfect culmination of his career.
Rozlučkový koncert legendárního hudebníka byl považován za jeho labutí píseň, dokonalou kulminaci jeho kariéry.
The retiring CEO 's speech at the annual meeting served as her swan song, expressing gratitude and reflecting on her time with the company.
Projev odcházející generální ředitelky na výroční schůzi sloužil jako její labutí píseň, vyjadřující vděčnost a reflektující na její čas ve společnosti.
