Idioms natives use every day

Break the ice, spill the beans and more.

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#1

What does "Break the ice" mean?

Break the ice

Example

Tom

Nobody is talking at this party...

Ana

Let's play a game to break the ice.

#2

What does "A piece of cake" mean?

A piece of cake

Example

Raj

Was the driving test hard?

Lily

Not at all. It was a piece of cake!

#3

What does "Under the weather" mean?

Under the weather

Example

Ben

Are you coming to football tonight?

Eva

I'm a bit under the weather, sorry.

#4

What does "Hit the sack" mean?

Hit the sack

Example

Dan

One more episode?

Mei

No way, I'm going to hit the sack.

#5

What does "Spill the beans" mean?

Spill the beans

Example

Ola

Who is the surprise party for?

Finn

I can't spill the beans!

#6

What does "Cost an arm and a leg" mean?

Cost an arm and a leg

Example

Sara

Did you buy the new phone?

Omar

No, it costs an arm and a leg.

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