inherent
内在的,固有的,生来的
例句:
The desire for freedom is inherent in us all.
渴望自由是我们大家生来就有的愿望。
give someone credit for…
应该给予……应有的承认
例句:
I gave them credit for their hospitality, thought their service was not
up to my expectation.
虽然他们的服务不及我所料,可我还是承认他们很热情。
Easier said than done.
说时容易做时难。
对话:
A: John, I feel like writing a novel these days.
B: Are you kidding me?
A: No, I mean it.
B: It doesn't hurt to give it a try. But, easier said than done.
A:约翰,近来我想写小说。
B:你在开玩笑吧?
A:不,我是认真的。
B:去试一下也无妨。但是,说时容易做时难。