Idioms in English

Beat around the bush

Avoiding the main topic. Not speaking directly about the issue.

Can't judge a book by its cover

Cannot judge something primarily on appearance.

Costs an arm and a leg

This idiom is used when something is very expensive.

Cry over spilt milk

When you complain about a loss from the past.

Curiosity killed the cat

Being Inquisitive can lead you into an unpleasant situation.

Don't put all your eggs in one basket

Do not put all your resources in one possibility.

Every cloud has a silver lining

Be optimistic, even difficult times will lead to better days.

Hear it on the grapevine

This idiom means 'to hear rumors' about something or someone.

Kill two birds with one stone

This idiom means, to accomplish two different things at the same time.

Speak of the devil!

This expression is used when the person you have just been talking about arrives.

Actions speak louder than words

People's intentions can be judged better by what they do than what they say.

Bite off more than you can chew

To take on a task that is way to big.

Caught between two stools

When someone finds it difficult to choose between two alternatives.

A hot potato

Speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed

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