Meaning
La expresión inglesa «Come rain or shine» se utiliza para indicar que algo se llevará a cabo sin importar las circunstancias externas, ya sea que el clima sea bueno o malo. En otras palabras, se refiere a una situación en la que alguien está comprometido a cumplir con una promesa o actividad, sin importar los obstáculos que puedan surgir.
Por ejemplo, si alguien dice: «Nos reuniremos para estudiar, come rain or shine», significa que el encuentro se realizará, sin importar si llueve o hace sol. Es una manera de expresar determinación y compromiso firme.
Esta expresión es muy útil para mostrar fiabilidad y constancia, especialmente en contextos donde las condiciones pueden ser inciertas o cambiantes. Usar «come rain or shine» comunica que se está preparado para enfrentar cualquier desafío que pueda presentarse.
Example
He always gets the job done, come rain or shine.
I will always love you, come rain or shine.
I love to run in the early hours of the morning, come rain or shine.
The president shook hands with the prime minister who promised increased export between the two countries, come rain or shine.
Quiz
What is an Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Idioms are not just used in conversations – they're also very common in literature, movies, and music. We utilize them to convey a message in a concise and effective manner, and often have deep cultural or historical significance. They help to create a vivid and memorable image in the minds of the audience.
Idioms are difficult because they do not mean what they literally state. Communication challenges emerge when you translate an idiom in your language; it will not make sense or if it does make sense you may miss the intended meaning.
How to Study Idioms
- Read them. Read books, newspapers, magazine articles, online articles for exposure in written material.
- Watch them. Watch TV shows and movies in English! There are so many streaming services available for you to choose from. Listen attentively and try to understand the context in which they are used.
- Use them. Talk to native speakers and try to incorporate common idioms into your conversations. Try using them during conversations with friends, family, coworkers, or through text.
- Practice. Practice. Practice. Remember that you can't learn all of them! So start with a few that you understand and build your library of idioms from there!
