Idioms

What is an idiom?

• A word or phrase that means exactly what it says.

• A type of metaphor used in poetry.

• A word or phrase that does not mean what it says, but has a figurative meaning understood through common use.

• A grammatical structure used in formal writing.

What does the idiom "cost an arm and a leg" mean?

• It means something is very cheap.

• It means something is very expensive.

• It means something is difficult to obtain.

• It means something is worth a lot of effort.

What does the idiom "under the weather" mean?

• To feel ill or unwell.

• To be in a good mood.

• To be outside in the rain.

• To feel excited and energetic.

What does the idiom "let the cat out of the bag" mean?

• To keep a secret safe

• To accidentally reveal a secret

• To make a loud noise

• To let someone down

What does the idiom "break a leg" mean?

• It means to actually break a leg.

• It is a way to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.

• It refers to a bad performance.

• It is a term used in sports to indicate a foul.

What does the idiom "hit the nail on the head" mean?

• To make a mistake

• To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

• To avoid the issue

• To take a break from work

How can idioms vary across cultures?

• Idioms are the same in every culture and language.

• Idioms can differ significantly between cultures, with each language having its own unique expressions that may not translate directly.

• Idioms are only found in spoken language, not in written forms.

• Idioms are universal and have the same meaning everywhere.

What does the idiom "tough cookie" imply about a person?

• It implies that the person is strong, resilient, and able to handle difficult situations.

• It implies that the person is sweet and kind-hearted.

• It implies that the person is fragile and easily hurt.

• It implies that the person is stubborn and unwilling to change.

What does the idiom "barking up the wrong tree" mean?

• To pursue a mistaken or misguided course of action.

• To make a loud noise without reason.

• To follow the wrong path in life.

• To seek help from the wrong person.

Give an example of an idiom that means something is easy.

• It's a piece of cake

• It's a tough nut to crack

• It's a hard road to travel

• It's a walk in the park