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Idoms for IELTS and TOEFL

Learn idioms in order to speak and write like a native!


What are idioms?

  1. Words or phrases that have special (figurative) Meaning
  2. Language specific (cannot be translated word for word)
  3. Used in everyday life: TV, radio, magazines, social meetings
  4. Higher level of proficiency = using slang / idioms / proverbs

Why do you need to learn idioms?

  • Sound like a native speaker of English
  • Make your writing more interesting
  • Have more natural conversation with others
  • Better chance of a higher score on exams
  • Idioms are fun


Idioms Relating to Thoughts and Ideas

  1. BLUE-SKY THINKING
  2. BEE IN ONE'S BONNET
  3. CLOUD CUCKOO LAND
  4. HAREBRAINED IDEA
  5. LIGHT-BULB MOMENT
  6. PENYY FOR THE THOUGHTS
  7. TO LOSE THE TRAIN OF THOUGHT
  8. TO TOY WITH THE IDEA
  9. TO THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX
  10. TO THINK ON ONE'S FEET
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