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B2 — Upper Intermediate

Expressions for upper-intermediate English learners

business B2

draw the line

Understand how to use 'draw the line' in business English to set clear boundaries, establish limits, and say no to unreasonable demands.
entertainment B2

drop the ball

Understand the idiom 'drop the ball' to describe a mistake or failure in responsibility, with natural examples.
food-cooking B2

eat like a horse

Discover how to use the casual English idiom 'eat like a horse' to describe someone with a massive appetite. Learn its meaning, tone, and common mistakes.
travel B2

embark on

Discover how to use the formal expression 'embark on' to describe starting a new journey or major project.
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travel B2

excess baggage

Learn what 'excess baggage' means in travel terminology and how to avoid paying extra fees at the airport.
food-cooking B2

fine dining

Learn the term 'fine dining' to describe high-end, formal restaurant experiences and upscale cuisine.
food-cooking B2

finger-licking good

Learn the casual English idiom "finger-licking good" to describe delicious, messy food. Find meanings, examples, and common mistakes.
travel B2

fleabag hotel

Learn what a 'fleabag hotel' is, how to use this casual slang term, and common errors to avoid.
academic B2

focus on

Learn how to use the academic phrasal verb 'focus on' to direct attention to a specific topic, research question, or data point.
business B2

gain ground

Learn the meaning of 'gain ground' in business English. See how to use this idiom to describe making progress or winning market share.
daily-life B2

get cold feet

Understand the popular English idiom 'get cold feet'. Learn what it means, see real-world examples, and find out how to avoid common mistakes.
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daily-life B2

get mugged

Learn the meaning of the casual B2 expression 'get mugged.' Understand how to talk about street robberies safely and naturally in everyday English conversations.
relationships B2

get on someone's nerves

Learn how to use the popular English idiom 'get on someone's nerves' to naturally express your annoyance or irritation with someone's repetitive and bothersome behavior.
daily-life B2

get out of hand

Learn how to use the idiom 'get out of hand' to describe situations that become chaotic or uncontrollable.
relationships B2

give in

Discover the meaning of 'give in' and how to use it to describe yielding to someone's demands or pressure.
daily-life B2

give off

Understand how to use 'give off' to describe emitting smells, heat, light, or general vibes.
daily-life B2

go off

Learn the common meanings of 'go off' in daily English, from alarms ringing to food spoiling, with examples and practice.
slang B2

hard pass

Learn how to use the slang expression 'hard pass' to politely or humorously decline an offer with absolute certainty.
daily-life B2

have a habit of

Learn how to use the English phrase 'have a habit of' to describe repeated behaviors, tendencies, and routines in natural conversation.
entertainment B2

hit the charts

Learn the meaning of "hit the charts" in English. Find out how to describe successful songs and albums with natural examples, common mistakes, and practice.