دیکشنری فارسی

perk up

ریشه و کاربرد

ریشه

The word 'perk' originated from the Middle English word 'perken,' meaning 'to make oneself trim or smart.' It is possibly related to the Old Norse word 'perkr,' meaning 'brisk, lively.' The phrase 'perk up' emerged in the early 20th century.

مثال

  • After a cup of coffee, she began to perk up and focus on her work.
  • The team's performance perked up after the coach's motivational speech.
  • I always perk up when I hear my favorite song on the radio.

ترکیب‌های رایج

perk up one's spirits perk up the atmosphere perk up a conversation

تعریف انگلیسی

verb
  1. gain or regain energy “I picked up after a nap” “Somebody ----s”
  2. cause to be alert and energetic “Coffee and tea stimulate me” “This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate” “Somebody ----s” “Somebody ----s something” “Somebody ----s somebody” “Something ----s somebody” “Something ----s something”

مترادف‌ها

Cheer up, brighten up, bear up, take heart, cast away care.

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