In the early years of my teaching career, enamoured by the 'flowery English,' I frequently peppered my lessons and speeches ...

Whether they're related to food, football, or feline friends, American idioms can be colorful — and confusing to people visiting from abroad. While phrases like "shoot the breeze" (to talk about ...

The new year is a time when many people make resolutions to improve themselves. Here are some idioms about change and new beginnings. Meaning: To change the way you behave and become a better person.

My name is Adas Vasiliauskas, and I created the globally recognized project Quarantine Portraits. Now, I have taken on a new ...

And she isn’t just talking about educational videos; she wants people to be able to pick up typical English phrases – or idioms – while they’re watching their favourite YouTubers and talk ...

We love to talk about the weather using phrases that mix actual meteorology, folklore, adages and plenty of Texas bragging to describe the weather.

We use phrases and idioms every day without often considering the meaning. This is where some of the most well-known ones ...

Learn everyday expressions and idioms in 'The English We Speak'. test yourself with 'Phrase Frenzy', and learn more about English idioms in 'We Say - You Say' and 'This is Where'.