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Informal expressions for everyday speech

food-cooking B1

help yourself

Learn how to use 'help yourself' in English to invite guests to serve themselves food or drinks.
daily-life B2

hit the nail on the head

Learn how to use the idiom 'hit the nail on the head' in daily English. Find clear explanations, natural examples, and practice exercises here.
slang C1

hits different

Understand how to use the slang term 'hits different' to describe things that feel uniquely special or intense.
slang B1

hot take

Learn the meaning of 'hot take', a slang term for a provocative, controversial, or highly opinionated reaction to a popular topic.
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daily-life B2

in the zone

Discover the meaning of the casual idiom 'in the zone'. Find out how to describe peak focus, productivity, and mental flow in English.
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.
business B2

keep a straight face

Learn the meaning of 'keep a straight face' and how it is used in casual business situations when trying to avoid laughing or showing amusement.
business B1

keep someone in the loop

Learn how to use 'keep someone in the loop' to stay updated and keep your team informed in professional English conversations.
travel B1

keep the change

Learn how to use the phrase 'keep the change' when paying for services. Discover its meaning, see examples, and practice using it.
business B1

keep up the good work

Learn how to encourage your colleagues and employees using the phrase 'keep up the good work'. Find examples, correct usage, and practice here.
daily-life B2

keep your chin up

Learn how to use 'keep your chin up' to encourage someone facing a difficult situation. See natural examples and common mistakes.
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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.
entertainment B2

keep your eye on the ball

Master the idiom 'keep your eye on the ball' to talk about staying focused and avoiding distractions.
entertainment B1

kick off

Discover how to use the casual English phrasal verb 'kick off' to describe the start of an exciting event, sports game, or entertainment show in daily conversations.
entertainment B1

level up

Learn how to use the popular slang phrase 'level up' to describe improving your skills, lifestyle, or career status in casual, everyday English conversations.
relationships B2

level with you

Learn the idiom 'level with someone'. Understand how to use it when you want to speak completely honestly, openly, and directly.
daily-life A2

look out

Learn how to use 'look out' as a warning to be careful or to watch for potential danger in casual conversation.
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 B2

low key

Learn how to use 'low key' (or 'low-key') in English to express quiet, subtle, or secret feelings and events.