English Expressions: Colour Idioms
1. Begin by reviewing the English words for various colors as well as unfamiliar English words that might be paired with colors in “color idioms”.
2. Prepare a set of index cards with just the names of colors on them. Also, prepare a separate set of index cards with the words that correspond to the colors to form “color idioms”. A list of some “color idioms” is provided below.
English Expressions: Animal Analogies
Animal Analogies: Have students determine which animal best completes the sentence. (Suggested answers follow.)
1.) A memory like an __________________.
2.) Sly as a _________________.
3.) A real ______________ brain.
More Idioms and Cliches Than You Can Shake A Stick At
To understand English as it is spoken in real life, you have to be familiar with idioms. They are used so much in everyday English that it is important to be aware of them. You need to learn what they mean, and how to use them to become an ‘insider’.
Latin Phrases Common to English
Sixty percent of the English language comes from Latin. In this post of Latin Phrases Common to English, you’ll find many examples of Latin words and the English words derived from them. This is not an exhaustive list but will give you a good feel for the Latin roots of English.
Essential Vocabulary Words
The list of words would be helpful for you to express your thoughts and feelings clearly, so that other people understand them.