FUNNY IDIOMS
An idiom is a phrase that has a figurative meaning. Its sense is quite different from the literal meaning of the words of which it is made. There are a large number of them and they are used on an everyday basis.
Using common idioms make non-native speakers sound more native, so it’s a good idea to master some of these expressions.
In this section we will show you some of these expressions. We hope you enjoy them and, of course, use them!
LIKE TURKEYS VOTING FOR CHRISTMAS
This expression is used to describe a situation when people accept something that will have negative consequences for them in the future.
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Jane: Is your mother-in-law coming to stay with you next week?
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Sarah: Yes, I told her she can stay for a few months if she wants to.
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Jane: But you don’t get on very well with her! You’re like a turkey voting for an early Christmas
TURN OVER A NEW LEAF
Make a fresh start, change one’s conduct or attitude for the better.
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He promised the teacher he would turn over a new leaf and behave himself in class.
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I know I’ve done some bad things in the past, but I’m turning over a new leaf now.
(TO BE/FALL) HEAD OVER HEELS (IN LOVE WITH)
If you are head over heels or head over heels in love, you are very much in love.
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Tom and Mary are head over heels in love with each other and are going to get married next month.
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Susan and Jeff used to work together and spent a lot of time with each other. It was a matter of time before they fell head over heels in love.
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BE A BOOKWORM
Someone who reads, or studies, a lot.
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If you love books and haven’t thought about the pros of being a bookworm , here you have a few: it encourages creative thinking, improves focus and concentration, gives perspective, reduces stress, makes great conversation, and increases your vocabulary.
