Learn some of the most common idioms in English with this slideshow from English Village.

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2. IDIOMS  interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
 An idiom is a phrase or series of
words in English that have a
meaning separate from the
meaning of the individual words.
 Idiomatic expressions are not
literal.
 Idioms are common in conversation.
 Not knowing and understanding idioms can make it difficult
to communicate.

3. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Hit the books
Meaning: to study
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
I’ve gotta hit the books. There’s a big exam coming up.

4. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Hit the sack
Meaning: to go to bed
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
I’m really tired. I’m gonna hit the sack.

5. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Sit tight
Meaning: to wait patiently
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
Sometimes you hafta sit tight, and wait your turn.

6. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Pitch in
Meaning: to help
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
It’s important to pitch in, especially when helping the environment.

7. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Ring a bell
Meaning: to hear something that reminds you
of something
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
I don’t remember that movie. Maybe, if you tell me some of the
actors that’ll ring a bell.

8. IDIOMS
Idiomatic Expression: Under the weather
Meaning: to feel sick
 interpret idiomatic expression and
choose which ones are appropriate to
use in given situations
I’ve been under the weather, and in bed all week.