English Idioms
Search this index of English idioms. Each idiom has its own page with meaning, examples, and related expressions.
- It’s not rocket science
It’s not very complicated.
General - It’s anyone’s guess
No one knows for sure.
General - Better safe than sorry
It’s better to be cautious than regret later.
General - Water under the bridge
Something from the past that no longer matters.
General - Hit the road
To leave; start a journey.
General - Raining cats and dogs
Raining very heavily.
General - Make ends meet
To manage financially; have enough money to live.
General - Take the bull by the horns
To face a problem directly.
General - Let sleeping dogs lie
Don’t bring up old problems.
General - Back to the drawing board
To start planning again because the first idea failed.
General - Dog days
The hottest days of summer.
General - Early days
Too soon to know the result.
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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.