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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

daily-life B2

give the benefit of the doubt

Understand how to use 'give the benefit of the doubt' to show trust and avoid early judgments in English.
daily-life B2

go bankrupt

Learn how to use the common English phrase "go bankrupt" to describe financial failure for individuals or businesses in real-life contexts.
daily-life B2

go Dutch

Learn what 'go Dutch' means and how to use it when splitting a restaurant bill with friends or on a casual date. See examples and common mistakes.
daily-life B2

grab a bite to eat

Find out what 'grab a bite to eat' means, how to use it casually with friends, and see common English examples.
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daily-life B2

hand in your notice

Learn how to use the phrase "hand in your notice" to professionally describe resigning or quitting your job in English speaking environments.
travel B2

have a layover

Learn how to use 'have a layover' in English. Explore natural examples, common mistakes, and practice questions for your next connecting flight.
daily-life B2

have second thoughts

Learn how to use 'have second thoughts' to express doubt or hesitation about a decision you have already made. Master this common B2 English idiom with examples.
daily-life B2

healthy lifestyle

Discover how to use the collocation 'healthy lifestyle' to talk about diet, exercise, and overall physical and mental well-being.
travel B2

hop-on hop-off

Learn how to use the casual travel term 'hop-on hop-off' to describe tourist buses and boats that let you get on and off at various stops.
entertainment B2

hype up

Learn the casual phrasal verb 'hype up' to talk about exciting someone or overpromoting a product.
daily-life B2

in tip-top shape

Learn how to use 'in tip-top shape' to describe excellent physical health or perfect condition. Examples and common mistakes included.
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daily-life B2

jump to conclusions

Learn the meaning of 'jump to conclusions,' how to use it in daily English conversations, and how to avoid common grammatical mistakes.
daily-life B2

keep an open mind

Discover how to use 'keep an open mind' in English. Learn the meaning, correct usage, and see natural conversation examples of this common phrase.
business B2

keep pace with

Learn how to use 'keep pace with' to describe staying at the same speed or level as a competitor or changing market.
daily-life B2

keep your head above water

Learn how to use 'keep your head above water' to describe managing difficult financial or busy situations.
daily-life B2

keep your head

Master the idiom 'keep your head' to talk about staying calm and rational in difficult or stressful situations.
daily-life B2

knock on wood

Learn how to use the idiom 'knock on wood' (or 'touch wood') to ward off bad luck in English conversations.
daily-life B2

launch a product

Master the phrase "launch a product" to describe introducing a new item or service to the market, with natural examples and practice.
business B2

lay off

Understand the business English term "lay off" with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to discuss corporate downsizing and job cuts professionally.
slang B2

left no crumbs

Learn the meaning of 'left no crumbs' and discover how to use this popular Gen Z slang phrase to praise someone who did an absolutely flawless and amazing job.