english Flashcards
c1 english phrases and words (59 cards)
What does ‘a blessing in disguise’ mean?
An apparent misfortune that results in something good.
Fill in the blank: ‘It’s not rocket science; it’s just ________.’
common sense
True or False: ‘To burn the midnight oil’ means to go to bed early.
False
What does ‘bite the bullet’ mean?
To endure a painful or unpleasant situation that is unavoidable.
What is the meaning of ‘the ball is in your court’?
It is up to you to make the next decision or take action.
Provide a sentence using ‘once in a blue moon’.
‘I go to the cinema once in a blue moon.’
What does ‘hit the nail on the head’ mean?
To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.
Choose the correct phrase: ‘To let the cat ________ of the bag’.
out
True or False: ‘To pull someone’s leg’ means to deceive someone in a harmless way.
True
What does ‘the best of both worlds’ mean?
A situation where one can enjoy the advantages of two different things.
Fill in the blank: ‘He was over the moon when he won the competition; he was ________.’
extremely happy
What does ‘cost an arm and a leg’ mean?
To be very expensive.
Provide a sentence using ‘break the ice’.
‘To break the ice at the party, she told a funny joke.’
What does ‘under the weather’ mean?
Feeling ill or unwell.
Choose the correct phrase: ‘To spill the ________’.
beans
True or False: ‘To have a chip on your shoulder’ means to be easily offended.
True
What does ‘let sleeping dogs lie’ mean?
To avoid interfering in a situation that could cause trouble.
Fill in the blank: ‘She was ________ to meet her favorite author.’
thrilled
What does ‘a dime a dozen’ mean?
Something very common and not unique.
Provide a sentence using ‘hit the books’.
‘I need to hit the books this weekend to prepare for the exam.’
What does ‘pulling your leg’ mean?
Teasing or joking with someone.
Choose the correct phrase: ‘To keep your chin ________’.
up
True or False: ‘To throw in the towel’ means to give up.
True
What does ‘the early bird catches the worm’ mean?
People who wake up early or start working on something early have an advantage.