English Idioms Dictionary

Welcome to the English Idioms Dictionary! Below you will find a collection of idiomatic expressions commonly used in the English language. These expressions often carry meanings that are not directly conveyed by the individual words and can enrich your communication.

Common Idioms

• Break the Ice: To initiate conversation or ease tension in a social situation.

  • Example: "I was nervous at the party, but the host quickly broke the ice with a joke."

• Hit the Nail on the Head: To describe something exactly or to make a precise point.

  • Example: "Your analysis of the problem hit the nail on the head."

• Piece of Cake: To describe something that is very easy to do.

  • Example: "The math test was a piece of cake for me."

• Spill the Beans: To reveal a secret or surprise.

  • Example: "I was trying to keep my birthday a surprise, but she accidentally spilled the beans."

• Under the Weather: Feeling ill or unwell.

  • Example: "I'm feeling a bit under the weather today, so I'll take the day off."

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English Idioms