Behaviour and attitudes

A. Behaviour to yourself and others 1. Anna often looks straight through you but I think it may be because she’s short sighted Meaning : behaves as if you do not see someone either because you do not notice them or because you are ignoring them 2. I am sorry I am leaving you in … Read more

Praise and Criticism

A. Here are some idioms related with praise and positive comments In these conversations, the second speaker uses an idiom to repeat and sum up what the first speaker says. John   : That little village was the most wonderful, beautiful place I’ve ever seen Sam   : Yes, it really was out of this … Read more

Opinion on People and Actions

A. Evaluating People or Things Parents who don’t control their children have a lot to answer for. It means : are the main cause of the problems That restaurant is not all it’s cracked up to be. It means : is not as good as people it is This computer has the edge over other … Read more

Conversational Responses

A. Some idioms we use to express Emphasis If someone says : You can borrow my car tonight Then you say : Thanks a million ! You mean : Thank you very much indeed If someone says : Did you get the job you wanted ? Then you say : No such luck ! You … Read more