2. An idiom is a phrase or expression that typically presents a figurative, non-
literal meaning attached to the phrase; but some phrases become figurative
idioms while retaining the literal meaning of the phrase. Categorized as
formulaic language, an idiom's figurative meaning is different from the literal.
3. Better late than never
Meaning: It is better to arrive late than to never arrive at all.
Example: He was 20 minutes late to the rehearsal, but better late than
never.
4. It’s not rocket science
Meaning: An activity is easy to understand (unlike rocket science, which is
very complex)
Example: Soccer has really simple rules. It’s not rocket science.
5. Make a long story short
Meaning: To explain something quickly or to summarize (to literally
shorten a long story)
Example: I had a terrible day yesterday. To make a long story short, I got
locked out of my house and arrived late to work.
6. No pain, no gain
Meaning: You must work hard to succeed (commonly refers to exercise)
Example: If you want to lose weight, you’ll need to start going for a run
every morning. Remember: no pain, no gain.
7. Time flies when you’re having fun
Meaning: It feels like time moves more quickly when you’re doing
something you enjoy
Example: Last night I went to a really great party, but it ended way too
soon. I guess time flies when you’re having fun.
8. That ship has sailed
Meaning: It is too late (a missed opportunity)
Example: I would love to go back to college, but unfortunately, that ship
has sailed.
9. Kill two birds with one stone
Meaning: Accomplish two tasks with one action
Example: If I listen to American music to learn English while I do my math
homework, I can kill two birds with one stone!
10. Be on the same page
Meaning: to understand and agree with what is being done or suggested. I
think we're all on the same page. Synonyms and related words.
11. in the same boat
Meaning: be in the same difficult circumstances as others.
