Common Idioms

Front

What does 'bark up the wrong tree' mean?

Back

To have the wrong idea about something.

Front

What does 'see eye to eye' mean?

Back

To be in complete agreement.

Front

What does 'go back to square one' mean?

Back

To fail and start over.

Front

What does 'keep a stiff upper lip' mean?

Back

To be brave, even when you are upset.

Front

What does 'rain check' mean?

Back

A ticket to attend an event at a later date.

Front

What is an idiom?

Back

A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

Front

Give an example of an idiom that means to be very happy.

Back

On cloud nine.

Front

What does 'break the ice' mean?

Back

To initiate conversation in a social setting.

Front

What does 'hit the nail on the head' mean?

Back

To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

Front

What does 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?

Back

To be very expensive.