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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

entertainment B2

keep in suspense

Discover the meaning of 'keep in suspense' and learn how to use it to describe thrilling stories, movies, and exciting news.
business B2

keep options open

Learn how to use the phrase 'keep options open' in professional negotiations and career planning. Discover how to avoid making premature commitments.
entertainment B2

keep someone guessing

Learn how to use 'keep someone guessing' to describe suspenseful plots, unpredictable characters, and mysterious storylines.
technology B2

keep up to date

Learn how to use 'keep up to date' in English to describe staying informed about the latest tech trends, software updates, and industry news.
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relationships B2

keep your distance

Learn the meaning of 'keep your distance' and how to use it to describe staying away from someone or something for safety or personal reasons.
entertainment B2

kick off the season

Learn how to use 'kick off the season' in English to talk about starting sports, fashion, or entertainment seasons.
relationships B2

kiss and tell

What does 'kiss and tell' mean? Learn how to use this casual relationship idiom to describe sharing private romantic details.
food-cooking B2

knead the dough

Master the baking term 'knead the dough' in English. Learn the pronunciation, natural examples, and how to avoid common mistakes.
entertainment B2

laugh track

Discover what a laugh track is, why sitcoms use them, and how to use this term in English conversations.
business B2

launch a campaign

Master essential marketing vocabulary with 'launch a campaign'. Learn how to use this phrase correctly in your next business meeting or presentation.
business B2

lead by example

Discover the meaning of 'lead by example' in professional settings. Learn how to describe strong leadership and positive workplace behavior in English.
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entertainment B2

leave a lasting impression

Learn how to use 'leave a lasting impression' to describe performances, art, or events that are impossible to forget.
academic B2

lecture hall

What is a lecture hall? Learn how to use this common academic term for large university classrooms with real-world examples and interactive practice.
academic B2

letter grade

Learn the meaning of 'letter grade' in English. See how grades are represented alphabetically (A, B, C, D, F) in academic settings.
entertainment B2

level the playing field

Learn how to use the idiom 'level the playing field' to describe making a competition or situation fair for everyone involved.
travel B2

linen change

Learn what a linen change means in hotels, how to request fresh sheets, and how eco-friendly policies affect this service.
entertainment B2

live up to expectations

Learn how to use 'live up to expectations' to describe whether a movie, show, book, or performance was actually as good as people hoped it would be.
travel B2

local flavor

Learn how to use the expression 'local flavor' to describe the unique culture, food, and atmosphere of a place you are visiting.
travel B2

local knowledge

Discover what 'local knowledge' means and how to use it when traveling. Learn natural examples, pronunciation, common mistakes, and helpful practice exercises.
academic B2

logical argument

Discover how to use the term 'logical argument' in academic writing to describe clear, well-reasoned, and evidence-based points in your essays and research.