Idiom ｜ Take with a Grain of Salt
The idiom ‘take with a grain of salt’ dates back thousands of years and is one of the most commonly used idioms in English. This is a must know idiom for any learners.
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Idioms (イディオム)
Idiom ｜ The Whole Nine Yards
The idiomatic phrase `the whole nine yards’ is a very popular American idiom, but it has nothing to do with the sport of football. The meaning …
Idiom ｜ Beat Around the Bush
The idiom ‘beat around the bush’ is a phrase that dates back hundreds of year. It has nothing to do with beating or bushes. The phrase actually means …
Idiom ｜ The Elephant in the Room
The idiom “The elephant in the room” is a very common phrase in English that has nothing to do with elephants or rooms. The idiom is referring to …
Understanding Idioms
To become fluent in English is to fully know and understand idioms. Although they are difficult to learn and comprehend, they are a key part of the language. Let’s start with a basic lesson.