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Everyday expressions for daily conversations

daily-life A2

take a photo

Master the common English phrase "take a photo". Learn how to use it correctly in daily life, avoid common verb errors, and practice with examples.
daily-life B2

take a rain check

Learn how to politely decline an invitation and reschedule using the common idiom 'take a rain check'.
daily-life C1

take a toll on

Learn how to use the English idiom 'take a toll on' to describe the gradual, damaging effects of stress, hard work, or difficult situations in daily life.
daily-life B2

take it or leave it

Discover the meaning of 'take it or leave it'. Learn how to use this expression in negotiations and daily casual conversations.
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daily-life C1

take the bull by the horns

Learn how to use the C1 idiom 'take the bull by the horns' to confidently describe facing difficult, unpleasant, or challenging situations directly and without delay.
daily-life B1

take up a hobby

Learn how to use the phrasal verb 'take up a hobby' in English. This guide covers its meaning, natural examples, common errors, and interactive practice.
daily-life B1

take your time

Understand how to use 'take your time' to tell someone there is no need to hurry. Examples, mistakes, and practice included.
daily-life B2

talk behind someone's back

Learn what 'talk behind someone's back' means, discover common mistakes, and practice using this common casual English idiom in your daily conversations.
daily-life B1

tell a joke

Master the casual English phrase 'tell a joke' to talk about sharing funny stories in conversation. Learn correct usage, pronunciation, and common mistakes.
daily-life B1

tell a lie

Understand the common collocations 'tell a lie' and 'tell lies' to describe not speaking the truth, and how to use them correctly.
daily-life C1

tempest in a teapot

Learn the American English idiom 'tempest in a teapot' to describe unnecessary fuss over a minor issue. Compare it with its British equivalent today.
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daily-life A2

that way

Learn how to use 'that way' to point out directions at a distance or describe a specific method.
daily-life C1

thin end of the wedge

Master the C1 idiom 'thin end of the wedge' to describe small actions that could lead to major, unwanted changes.
daily-life A2

this way

Master the phrase 'this way' to guide people, show directions, or describe how something is done.
daily-life A2

three times

Learn how to use 'three times' to count occurrences and actions in English. Simple examples and common mistakes explained.
daily-life A2

this morning

Learn how to use 'this morning' correctly in past and present contexts to talk about today's early hours.
daily-life B2

thrilled to bits

Learn the British English idiom 'thrilled to bits,' meaning extremely pleased. See natural examples, correct common errors, and practice.
daily-life B1

throw a party

Learn how to use the English idiom 'throw a party' naturally. Find meanings, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice exercises.
daily-life C1

throw caution to the wind

Discover how to use the C1 English idiom 'throw caution to the wind' to describe making bold, risk-free, or excitingly reckless decisions in your daily life.
daily-life B1

tight on money

Learn how to use the casual phrase 'tight on money' to describe a strict or limited budget. Get examples, common mistakes, and practice sentences.