Hledat
Long face
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dlouhá tvář, smutný výraz
a disappointed or sad facial expression
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "long face" and when to use it?
The origin of the phrase "long face" can be traced back to the early 19th century. The term "long" has long been associated with a sense of sadness or melancholy in various idiomatic expressions. It is commonly employed in everyday conversations, informal interactions, and literature to depict a visible expression of sorrow or dejection. This phrase is often used when discussing or observing someone's emotional state, particularly when they are visibly downcast or lacking enthusiasm.
Example
Sarah walked into the room with a long face, her shoulders slumped and her eyes downcast, clearly affected by the recent bad news.
Sarah vešla do místnosti s dlouhou tváří, její ramena byla skleslá a oči měla skloněné, jasně ovlivněna nedávnými špatnými zprávami.
Despite their attempts to hide it, the students could n't help but wear long faces after receiving their disappointing exam results.
I přes jejich pokusy to skrýt, studenti se nemohli ubránit tomu, aby po obdržení zklamávajících výsledků zkoušky neměli dlouhé tváře, smutný výraz.
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