Idioms

– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! This is your thumb. But what could it possibly mean if you have a green thumb? Green Thumb Speaker A: Dan, thanks for taking care of my office plant while I was away.Speaker B: Oh, about that? I might have overwatered it or underwatered it.Speaker A: Well, I haven't been to my desk yet. But I'm sure it's fine.Speaker B: … [Read more...] about Green Thumb (Idioms)

– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! Hollywood is famous for making movies. But what do people mean when they say Hollywood ending? Hollywood ending Speaker A: Anna, did you watch the basketball game last night?Speaker B: I mean, yeah, a little.Speaker A: So, Jackson, the best player, hurt his ankle. It looked like he couldn't play at all.Speaker B: Dan, … [Read more...] about Hollywood Ending (Idioms)

– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! A thick blanket helps keep you warm. But what does a wet blanket do? Let's listen. Wet Blanket Speaker A: So, is everything ready for next week's cookout?Speaker B: No. Bob from accounting complained to management. He said we're not allowed to cook outside.Speaker A: Are you serious? Bob is such a wet blanket.Speaker B: … [Read more...] about Wet Blanket (Idioms)

– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! Have you ever wondered about the difference between a house and a home? This expression may help. Home Is Where the Heart is Speaker A: Dan, my friend Talia is assigned to work overseas for six months!Speaker B: That's a long time. I wonder if she'll get homesick?Speaker A: No. She'll bring her dog with her. She loves … [Read more...] about Home Is Where the Heart is (Idioms)

– Manuscript – Welcome to English in a Minute! To knock someone out in the sport of boxing, you must hit the other boxer really hard. So, does knock yourself out mean you hit yourself? Knock Yourself Out Speaker A: Another invitation to the Grand Fan Band Jam.Speaker B: What?! I have been waiting to see that band for years, Dan!Speaker A: Here, take my … [Read more...] about Knock Yourself Out (Idioms)