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Idioms & expressions

Add new idioms and expressions to your vocabulary. Learn how to use them in real-life situations.

An Overview of Common American Idioms

An Overview of Common American Idioms

In everyday chats, we use phrases that mean more than what they seem. These are called idioms, and they’re not meant to be taken literally. Let me give you a couple of examples to chew on. Ever heard someone say they’re “under the weather”? No, they’re not

Trendolyn Hopkins
Trendolyn Hopkins
English
Exploring Fresh English Idioms and Vocabulary Related to Food

Exploring Fresh English Idioms and Vocabulary Related to Food

Food has always been a fascinating topic for people, invoking joy and providing an opportunity for social interaction. Whether we’re savoring a meal or discussing culinary delights, food connects us. Let’s dive into idioms and vocabulary related to various aspects of food: Idioms about tastes Take something with

Zahra Ezzati
Zahra Ezzati
English
South African Slang: The Rich Flavor of South African English

South African Slang: The Rich Flavor of South African English

South African English is a dynamic and ever-evolving variety of English spoken across the rainbow nation.

Ronny Okumu
Ronny Okumu
English
How to Express Your Opinion in English Depending on the Situation

How to Express Your Opinion in English Depending on the Situation

There are all kinds of ways to introduce an opinion, from casual to formal, short and sweet to more wordy and elaborate; there are even some funny alternatives, too.

Beth Taylor
Beth Taylor
English
Love Proverbs in English to Express Your Feelings

Love Proverbs in English to Express Your Feelings

This blog guides you on proverbs about love and how they are used in sentences for the best effect and delivery.

Moses Famuyiwa
Moses Famuyiwa
English
English Love Idioms Everybody Should Know

English Love Idioms Everybody Should Know

Whether you’re writing a love poem or declaring your love to your soul mate, you should have a few idioms in your work bank to truly impress your sweetheart. Being able to use English expressions enhances your language skills and helps you sound like a native. Idioms for love

Beth Taylor
Beth Taylor
English
Expand Your Vocabulary: 10 English Idioms With Body Parts

Expand Your Vocabulary: 10 English Idioms With Body Parts

The English language has plenty of idioms, and quite a few of them are frequently used. Let’s get familiar with 10 English idioms with body parts. The apple of your eye The apple of your eye is an idiom used when you are extremely fond of or proud of

Natasha Andonova-Jovanovska
Natasha Andonova-Jovanovska
English
What is “Christmas Adam” And Where Did it Come From?

What is “Christmas Adam” And Where Did it Come From?

It should be noted that this informal term is not yet in any dictionaries and is not widespread.

Beth Taylor
Beth Taylor
English