Table idiom - идиомы о столе
Topic: Expressions in English with the word "table". Expressions About 'Tables'
pay someone under the table – платить под столом,
lay (put) your cards on the table – класть карты на стол,
bring something to the table – принести что-нибудь к столу
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1. pay someone under the table – платить кому-то под столом
Honey, how should I pay Jennifer for babysitting? Just pay in cash under the table. It's such small money, don't worry about illegal crap, it's acceptable custom.
2. lay (put) your cards on the table
Being honest is the best strategy when you deal with people at work place, so lay all your cards on the table up-front. It will set you free and bring more eggs on the table.
3. bring something to the table
Don't exaggerate what you can do in your position, but make sure to clearly lay all your cards on the table as well as what you can bring to the table. Of course, it is good idea to let them know that you're a quick learner for new tasks.
'what's in it for me' Ok, then, please tell me what's in it for me? formal informal
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