set out

proporsi di, accingersi a

Iniziare un'attività con l'intenzione di raggiungere un obiettivo preciso.

In inglese semplice: To begin an activity with a particular goal that you intend to achieve.

• She set out to help others.
• We set out to build a safer bicycle.
• Did you achieve what you set out to do?

Come si usa: set out to + verb (She set out to write a guide for beginners.); set out with the aim of + -ing (They set out with the aim of improving local schools.)

Sinonimi: undertake, embark on

Espressioni comuni: set out to win, set out to help

esporre, illustrare

Spiegare con chiarezza fatti, regole o progetti, di solito per iscritto.

In inglese semplice: To explain facts, rules, or plans clearly, usually in writing.

• The letter sets out our plans.
• We set out the rules in a short document.
• Are the payment terms set out in the contract?

Come si usa: set something out (The report sets the main findings out clearly.)

Sinonimi: explain, describe, outline

Espressioni comuni: set out something, set out rules

partire, mettersi in viaggio

Lasciare un luogo e iniziare un viaggio.

In inglese semplice: To leave a place and begin a journey.

• We set out early.
• They set out for London before sunrise.
• When are you setting out on your trip?

Come si usa: set out for + destination (They set out for the coast at dawn.); set out on + journey (We set out on a long journey.)

Sinonimi: leave, depart, set off

Contrari: arrive

Espressioni comuni: set out early, set out for somewhere

disporre, sistemare

Sistemare oggetti in modo che le persone possano vederli o usarli.

In inglese semplice: To put things in positions where people can see or use them.

• Please set out the chairs.
• She set out plates for six guests.
• Have you set the tools out ready for tomorrow?

Come si usa: set something out (Please set the cups out on the table.)

Sinonimi: arrange, lay out, put out

Espressioni comuni: set out something, set out chairs