IDIOMS

IDIOMS

Idioms are figurative expressions with a commonly

understood meaning that is different from its literal
meaning.
Idioms are commonly used expressions whose
meanings don’t relate to the actual meaning of
the words that are used.
call a spade a spade-to be truthful about something, even if it is rude or
unpleasant.
carry the ball-to take charge and control of an activity and be considered
reliable enough to do a job.
a little bird told me-said when you don't want reveal the source of your
information
a penny for your thoughts-a way of asking what someone is
thinking
taste of your own medicine-means that something happens to
you, or is done to you, that you have done to someone else
Beat around the bush-avoiding the main topic. Not speaking directly about the issue.

Cut corners- to do something in the easiest or cheapest way by skipping something

important or ignoring rules

Every cloud has a silver lining-be optimistic, even difficult times will lead to better days
Give the benefit of the doubt-believe someone's statement, without proof

A lost ball in the weeds-a person who is completely lost or confused and does not know
what he/she is doing

1Cross that bridge when you come to it- deal with a problem if and when it becomes
necessary, not
EXERCISES

• Direction: Make a dialogue using at least 3 of the idioms.

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