IDIOMS to describe places

This phrase is used to describe an

event that humans did not cause
Act of God and are not responsible for (such
as an earthquake, flood, tornado,
etc.).

This English idiom just means that

Clean as a whistle something is immaculate. It can also
be used to describe a person or thing
that is completely honest and legal.
When something is described as “cut
Cut and dried and dried,” it means that it is evident,
understandable, and uncomplicated.
This English idiom is used to describe
Been through the a place or thing that shows signs of a
war lot of use or is significantly damaged.

The meaning of this English idiom is

quite simple. It is used to describe
something that is out of fashion or out
of date; something that is not
important or relevant. anymore. A
Dead as a dodo dodo is a type of bird that is now
extinct.

It is a place where a lot is happening,

Hive of activity
 and everyone present is busy doing
something.

This English idiom means “the best;

better than everything else (in a certain
group or category).”
Second to none

When something or someone is “worth

its (or his/her) weight in gold,” it
Worth its weight in means that it is very valuable and
useful.
gold

This idiom is used to describe a place

that is very remote, far from any city
or town.
Middle of nowhere
9 Idioms in English About Cities, Places and
Events
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1. Act of God

This phrase is used to describe an event that humans did not cause and are not
responsible for (such as an earthquake, flood, tornado, etc.).

For example, The insurance company refused to pay for the damage caused by
the flood last night because it was considered an act of God.

2. Clean as a whistle

This English idiom just means that something is immaculate. It can also be used
to describe a person or thing that is completely honest and legal.

For example, Bob was genuinely amused when he saw that his room was clean
as a whistle.

3. Cut and dried

When something is described as “cut and dried,” it means that it is evident,

understandable, and uncomplicated.

For example: When Maggie arrived at the central office, she didn’t find the
situation as cut and dried as she had expected.
4. Been through the war

This English idiom is used to describe a place or thing that shows signs of a lot
of use or is significantly damaged.

For example, That house looked as though it had been through the war.

5. Dead as a dodo

The meaning of this English idiom is quite simple. It is used to describe

something that is out of fashion or out of date; something that is not important
or relevant anymore. A dodo is a type of bird that is now extinct.

For example, The floppy disk is an invention that is now dead as a dodo.

6. Hive of activity

A “hive of activity” is a place where a lot is happening, and everyone present is

busy doing something.

For example: When we went to offer help, the kitchen was already a hive of
activity.

7. Second to none

This English idiom means “the best; better than everything else (in a certain
group or category).”
For example, The food at Ali’s restaurant is second to none. I love that place!

8. Worth its weight in gold

When something or someone is “worth its (or his/her) weight in gold,” it means
that it is very valuable and useful.

For example, We couldn’t run the company without him. He’s worth his weight
in gold.

9. Middle of nowhere

This idiom is used to describe a place that is very remote, far from any city or
town.

For example, The campsite was in the middle of nowhere so I couldn’t phone
you.
We all love to travel, meet new people, and learn about different cultures and
customs in other countries.

But have you ever been in a situation where you couldn’t find the right words to
describe a particular place or city that you visited? Often, our friends and family
want to know about the place we visited, whether we liked the city or not, what
exciting things we saw while sightseeing, etc.

Today, I invite you to learn nine idioms in the English language that are used to
describe cities, places, and events, as well as a few helpful adjectives in English
that are quite useful in conversational speech. Some of these idiomatic
expressions are from American English, while others are used in English on
multiple continents.

Learning English for a big trip? You might need our definitive English lesson
on the most useful phrases for travel and travelers.
9 Idioms in English About Cities, Places and
Events

Let’s get started on the list!

1. Act of God

This phrase is used to describe an event that humans did not cause and are not
responsible for (such as an earthquake, flood, tornado, etc.).

For example, The insurance company refused to pay for the damage caused by
the flood last night because it was considered an act of God.

2. Clean as a whistle

This English idiom just means that something is immaculate. It can also be used
to describe a person or thing that is completely honest and legal.

For example, Bob was genuinely amused when he saw that his room was clean
as a whistle.
3. Cut and dried

When something is described as “cut and dried,” it means that it is evident,

understandable, and uncomplicated.

For example: When Maggie arrived at the central office, she didn’t find the
situation as cut and dried as she had expected.

4. Been through the war

This English idiom is used to describe a place or thing that shows signs of a lot
of use or is significantly damaged.

For example, That house looked as though it had been through the war.

5. Dead as a dodo

The meaning of this English idiom is quite simple. It is used to describe

something that is out of fashion or out of date; something that is not important
or relevant anymore. A dodo is a type of bird that is now extinct.

For example, The floppy disk is an invention that is now dead as a dodo.
6. Hive of activity

A “hive of activity” is a place where a lot is happening, and everyone present is

busy doing something.

For example: When we went to offer help, the kitchen was already a hive of
activity.

7. Second to none

This English idiom means “the best; better than everything else (in a certain
group or category).”

For example, The food at Ali’s restaurant is second to none. I love that place!

8. Worth its weight in gold

When something or someone is “worth its (or his/her) weight in gold,” it means
that it is very valuable and useful.

For example, We couldn’t run the company without him. He’s worth his weight
in gold.
9. Middle of nowhere

This idiom is used to describe a place that is very remote, far from any city or
town.

For example, The campsite was in the middle of nowhere so I couldn’t phone
you.

English Adjectives Used to Describe Places and

Locations

• Ancient/historical (like Egypt)

• Lively/vibrant (like Barcelona or Los Angeles)

• Dull/boring

• Attractive / beautiful / lovely (like Agra)

• Bustling / very crowded and busy (like New York or Mumbai)

• Contemporary / modern / up to date (like Manchester or Singapore)

• Picturesque/charming (like Istanbul)

• Touristy (like Niagara Falls)

• Sprawling (used to describe a big city)

Now you will be able to use English idioms and adjectives to describe the last
place you visited easily, and you will be able to say whether it impressed or
disappointed you.

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•English Adjectives Used to Describe Places and Locations

• Ancient/historical (like Egypt)

• Lively/vibrant (like Barcelona or Los Angeles)

• Dull/boring

• Attractive / beautiful / lovely (like Agra)

• Bustling / very crowded and busy (like New York or Mumbai)

• Contemporary / modern / up to date (like Manchester or Singapore)

• Picturesque/charming (like Istanbul)

• Touristy (like Niagara Falls)

• Sprawling (used to describe a big city)