English Idioms
Search this index of English idioms. Each idiom has its own page with meaning, examples, and related expressions.
- Bring into focus
To make something clearer or easier to understand.
General - Bear fruit
To produce good results.
General - At loggerheads
In strong disagreement.
General - Catch someone off guard
To surprise someone unexpectedly.
General - Good things come to those who wait
Patience can bring good results.
General - Get off on the wrong foot
To start a relationship or activity badly.
General - Ahead of the curve
More advanced than others.
General - Give the green light
To approve or allow something to begin.
General - Birds of a feather flock together
Similar people often spend time together.
General - Shape up or ship out
Improve your behavior or leave.
General - In a nutshell
In a very brief and clear way.
General - Be on the safe side
To avoid risk by being careful.
General - A dead end
A situation with no progress or solution.
General - A hot potato
A controversial issue that is difficult to handle.
General - Lose your touch
To become less skilled at something than before.
General - Call the tune
To control what happens.
General - Beyond repair
Too damaged to be fixed.
General - Miss the mark
To fail to achieve the intended result.
General - In the loop
Informed about what is happening.
General - Full of beans
Energetic and lively.
General - A waiting game
A situation where you must wait patiently.
General - A thing of the past
Something that no longer exists or happens.
General - A fresh pair of eyes
A new person who can look at something objectively.
General - Low-hanging fruit
Tasks or opportunities that are easy to achieve.
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“Wear your heart on your sleeve”
To show your feelings openly.
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FAQ
What are English idioms?
Idioms are fixed expressions where the meaning is different from the literal words.
Why are idioms important in conversation?
They make speech sound natural and help you understand native-level communication.
How can I learn idioms faster?
Study idioms in context, repeat example sentences aloud, and review them regularly.
What are common idioms for beginners?
Start with high-frequency idioms from daily conversation and workplace English.