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Informal expressions for everyday speech

daily-life B2

money doesn't grow on trees

Understand the exact meaning of the classic English idiom 'money doesn't grow on trees' and how to use it when warning someone to avoid wasteful spending.
daily-life A2

never mind

Understand how to use 'never mind' to dismiss a topic or tell someone not to worry about something.
daily-life A2

no problem

Master the casual English expression 'no problem' to respond politely to thanks or requests.
daily-life A2

of course

Master the phrase 'of course' to say yes, agree, or state something obvious in everyday English conversations.
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daily-life B2

on cloud nine

Master the English idiom 'on cloud nine.' Learn its meaning, see how native speakers use it, and practice with real-life example sentences.
daily-life B2

on edge

Learn the meaning of the English idiom 'on edge,' how to use it in daily conversation, and see natural examples of this common expression.
daily-life B2

on the go

Discover how to use 'on the go' in English. Learn its meaning, pronunciation, common mistakes, and practice with real examples.
daily-life B2

on the mend

Learn the meaning of 'on the mend' with practical examples, common mistakes, and pronunciation. Perfect your casual English.
entertainment B2

one-hit wonder

Discover what 'one-hit wonder' means in English and how to use it to describe artists with only one famous success.
daily-life B2

out of shape

What does 'out of shape' mean? Find out how to use this common English idiom to describe physical fitness, with examples and exercises.
daily-life B2

over the moon

Learn how to use the idiom 'over the moon' to express extreme happiness. Find natural examples, common mistakes, and practice exercises here.
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daily-life B2

pay through the nose

Learn the meaning and origin of 'pay through the nose' to describe paying way too much money for something.
business B2

pencil in

Learn how to use the business English phrasal verb "pencil in" to schedule tentative meetings. Discover its meaning, pronunciation, and natural examples.
relationships C1

play hard to get

Learn what 'play hard to get' means in dating contexts and how to use this common English idiom to describe pretending to be uninterested in someone.
daily-life B1

pop in

Master the informal British and Commonwealth English phrase 'pop in'. Learn what it means, how to use it, and practice.
relationships B2

pour one's heart out

Master the English idiom 'pour one's heart out'. Discover how to use it to describe sharing your deepest, most personal feelings and secrets with someone.
travel C1

puddle jumper

Discover the meaning of 'puddle jumper' in English. Learn how to use this casual travel term for small airplanes and short flights.
academic B2

pull an all-nighter

Learn the meaning of 'pull an all-nighter', see natural examples, and find out how to use this common academic expression correctly.
business B2

pull through

Discover the meaning of 'pull through' in business, a casual phrasal verb used when surviving a difficult financial situation, tight deadline, or project crisis.
daily-life B2

pull your weight

Find out what 'pull your weight' means in English. Learn how to use this common idiom in teamwork and daily life.