Translation for Competitive Exam - Vocabulary and Idioms

Vocabulary and idiomatic expressions covered in competitive exam translation lecture notes.

Press on / forward

To continue moving forward or advancing with something with determination.

At the drop of a hat

An idiomatic expression meaning immediately, instantly, or without any hesitation.

Ever and anon

An expression meaning occasionally or repeatedly at intervals; synonymous with sometimes, every now and then, at times, and once in a while.

Off and on

Intermittently or occasionally; interchangeable with every so often, on occasion, and at times.

Denizen

An inhabitant, resident, or occupant of a particular place; one who dwells in an area.

Collaborator / Razakar

A person who cooperates with or assists an enemy, especially an occupying or brutal force.

Ever

An adverb meaning at any time or of all time, exemplified in expressions such as "Have you ever visited Dhaka?" and "the best book ever written."

Dwell

Occupant

Once in a while

From time to time; occasionally; sometimes.