💬 Idioms
99 short lessons on expressions that do not mean what the words say, from "a piece of cake" to everyday talk. Hear it, learn what it means and use it in a sentence.
What you will learn
- What common English expressions really mean
- How to use an expression in a sentence
- Everyday words you hear in films, songs and conversation
How a lesson works
There are 99 short lessons, one expression in each. You hear it, learn what it means in simple English, use it in a sentence, pick the right use in a short situation and say it yourself. Every step is spoken. The meaning is given in English only, so you learn to think in English.
Two levels
Level 1 has 47 lessons and Level 2 has 52. Start with Level 1. Each lesson teaches one expression that does not mean what its words say, such as "a piece of cake".
Read the guide
Want the meanings first? Read English idioms: meanings and examples.
How to practice
- Play a little every day: about 15 minutes is enough.
- Say the sentence out loud after the voice, even without the microphone.
- Repeat a lesson that feels easy. Repeating is practice, not a test.
- Listen for the expressions in songs, films and videos, then come back to the lesson.
Questions
Will I learn when to use it?
Yes. Each lesson ends with a situation where you pick the sentence that uses the expression in the right way.
Why is the meaning only in English?
Translating each time slows you down. A short English meaning and an example help you think in English.