Idioms
⭐ MasteredAn idiom is a phrase whose meaning isn't the literal words. 'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily. 'Piece of cake' means very easy.
Idioms can be hard to translate into other languages.
All about Idioms
An idiom is a phrase whose meaning is different from the literal meaning of its words. "It is raining cats and dogs" means it is raining very heavily, not that animals are falling from the sky. Idioms are part of everyday English.
Many idioms are hard to understand for people learning English, so it helps to learn them in context. Other examples include "a piece of cake" meaning very easy, and "break a leg" meaning good luck.
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Real-life uses of Idioms
- Understanding conversations, films and books
- Adding colourful expression to your writing
- Learning English as a second language
Frequently asked questions about Idioms
What is an idiom?
A phrase whose meaning cannot be worked out from its individual words, such as "under the weather" for feeling unwell.
Why do we use idioms?
They make language colourful, express ideas quickly and connect people through shared phrases.
Can idioms be used in school writing?
Use them sparingly, and make sure your readers will understand them.