Idioms

Everyday English with Erika & Elizabeth

Idiomatic expressions or 'idioms' are phrases or expressions used in everyday speech that don't have literal meanings e.g. 'letting the cat out of the bag' or 'getting the ball rolling'. In this episode Erika and Elizabeth explore several examples of idioms that are commonly used in English, discussing how they can be difficult for a learner but explaining how they can also be useful to be familiar with.

They also speak to Jesús, a client of Elizabeth's, about the difference between Spanish and English use of idioms. Elizabeth tests Jesús's knowledge of certain idioms, invoking a popular jazz song to explain the phrase 'hitting the road'.

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Presented and written by Erika McClane and Elizabeth Mc Donnell

Production and editing by Jarek Zaba

Artwork by Danielle Morrison