jack-of-all-trades
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jack-of-all-trades(
jahk
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uhv
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al
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treydz
)A noun is a word referring to a person, animal, place, thing, feeling, or idea (e.g., man, dog, house).
1. (general)
a. no direct translation
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
Better call a certified plumber. A jack-of-all-trades is not the best option to fix a gas leak.Mejor llama a un gasista matriculado. Alguien que arregle cualquier cosa no es lo más indicado para reparar una pérdida de gas.
Why don't you call Sam? He's a jack-of-all-trades, and he can fix both your clogged sink and your broken chair.¿Por qué no lo llamas a Sam? Sabe un poco de todo, y puede reparar la pileta tapada y la silla rota.
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