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C1 — Advanced

Expressions for advanced English learners

academic C1

draw a parallel

Learn to use the formal academic idiom 'draw a parallel' to compare two different situations, events, or ideas and highlight their similarities.
entertainment C1

fandom culture

Discover the meaning of 'fandom culture', a formal C1 expression describing the complex social behaviors, communities, and trends surrounding passionate media fans.
slang C1

fanum tax

Understand the internet slang term 'fanum tax,' used to describe jokingly stealing a bite of a friend's food.
travel C1

fleeting visit

Learn how to use the C1 collocation 'fleeting visit' to describe a very brief stay or trip.
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business C1

force majeure

Understand 'force majeure', a legal and business term for unforeseeable circumstances that prevent someone from fulfilling a contract.
business C1

foster collaboration

Learn how to use the formal business collocation 'foster collaboration' to describe encouraging teamwork, open communication, and partnership in the office.
relationships C1

go through a rough patch

Learn the meaning of "go through a rough patch" and how to describe a temporary period of difficulty in a relationship or life.
food-cooking C1

gourmet chef

Learn the meaning of 'gourmet chef', a term for a highly skilled professional cook who creates high-quality, artistic, and premium dishes.
slang C1

hits different

Understand how to use the slang term 'hits different' to describe things that feel uniquely special or intense.
travel C1

indulge in the local culture

Learn how to use 'indulge in the local culture' to describe deeply experiencing the food, traditions, and lifestyle of a place you visit.
slang C1

it's giving

Master the trendy slang phrase 'it's giving' to describe the vibe, aesthetic, or energy of a person, outfit, or situation.
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business C1

keep your ear to the ground

Learn how to use 'keep your ear to the ground' to describe staying informed about trends, rumors, and industry changes.
academic C1

lose one's train of thought

Discover what it means to lose your train of thought, especially during academic lectures or professional presentations, and how to use it naturally.
business C1

low-hanging fruit

Discover the business idiom 'low-hanging fruit', used to describe easy targets, quick wins, or problems that are simple to solve.
slang C1

main character energy

Discover the slang term 'main character energy' and how to describe someone who exudes confidence, charisma, or dramatic flair.
entertainment C1

media frenzy

Understand the exact meaning of 'media frenzy', a formal C1 expression used to describe intense, chaotic, and highly sensationalized press coverage of a public event.
business C1

mitigate risk

Master the formal business term 'mitigate risk'. Learn its precise meaning, see professional examples, avoid common errors, and practice with interactive exercises.
food-cooking C1

multi-course meal

Learn how to use "multi-course meal" to describe a structured, formal dining experience featuring a sequence of several dishes served one after another.
business C1

mutually beneficial

Understand how to use the advanced business phrase 'mutually beneficial' to describe professional partnerships, agreements, and collaborative win-win situations.
food-cooking C1

palate cleanser

Understand the term "palate cleanser," used in formal dining to describe a light food or drink that neutralizes your taste buds between flavorful courses.