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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

business B2

back up data

Learn the essential tech and business term 'back up data' to describe saving duplicate copies of files to prevent information loss.
travel B2

baggage handler

Understand the role of a baggage handler. Learn how to use this essential airport travel term in real-life English conversations.
entertainment B2

bask in the spotlight

Discover the meaning of 'bask in the spotlight' and how to use this B2 English expression to describe someone enjoying public attention and admiration.
relationships B2

be a bad influence

Learn how to use the phrase 'be a bad influence' in English to describe people who actively encourage others to behave poorly or make bad decisions.
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entertainment B2

be a tough crowd

What does 'be a tough crowd' mean? Learn how to use this casual idiom to describe difficult or unresponsive audiences.
entertainment B2

be cast in a role

Learn how to use 'be cast in a role' correctly when talking about actors getting parts in movies, plays, and TV shows.
entertainment B2

be in a league of one's own

Discover the meaning of 'be in a league of one's own' and how to use it to describe someone or something of superior quality.
relationships B2

be on the fence

Master the common English idiom 'be on the fence' to describe being undecided, hesitant, or neutral when making a relationship decision or choice.
relationships B2

be on the same page

Understand the casual English idiom 'be on the same page' and learn how to use it to describe agreement, alignment, and shared understanding in relationships.
travel B2

beat the crowds

Discover the meaning of 'beat the crowds' and how to use this travel expression to describe avoiding busy times and tourist rushes.
business B2

behind closed doors

Understand the idiom 'behind closed doors' to describe private meetings, secret negotiations, and discussions hidden from the public.
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slang B2

beige flag

What is a 'beige flag'? Learn this popular relationship slang term used to describe a partner's odd, boring, or quirky habits.
entertainment B2

benchwarmer

What does 'benchwarmer' mean? Learn how to use this sports-derived slang term for someone who rarely gets to participate in activities.
academic B2

bibliography page

Discover how to format and reference a bibliography page in academic essays. Learn its correct usage, pronunciation, and common writing mistakes.
slang B2

black cat energy

Discover what 'black cat energy' means. Learn how this popular internet slang describes quiet, mysterious, highly independent, and slightly aloof personalities.
food-cooking B2

bland taste

Discover how to use 'bland taste' in English to describe food that lacks flavor, seasoning, or excitement. Perfect for culinary discussions.
relationships B2

blow hot and cold

Learn what it means when someone blows hot and cold in a relationship, with natural examples, pronunciation, and common mistakes.
entertainment B2

blow your own horn

Learn the meaning of the common English idiom 'blow your own horn' with natural examples, practice exercises, and common mistakes to avoid.
travel B2

body scanner

Learn how to use the term 'body scanner' in English. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, common travel mistakes, and practical examples for your next airport trip.
entertainment B2

bomb on stage

Learn the casual English idiom 'bomb on stage,' used when a live performance goes terribly wrong or fails completely.