English idioms by Vanesa Coll

a rule of the thumb

2024-01-09 10:52:58 UTC

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the tip of the iceberg

victorbravo7 — 2024-01-09 10:59:10 UTC

small part of a bigger problem

An arm and a leg

sofiacaicedo2 — 2024-01-09 11:09:23 UTC

Very expensive or costly. A large amount of money.

(cast.) Un ojo de la cara

Every cloud has a silver lining

sofiacaicedo2 — 2024-01-09 19:47:26 UTC

Every difficult or sad situation has a comforting or more hopeful aspect, even though this may not be immediately apparent.

(cast.) No hay mal que por bien no venga.

Between a rock and a hard place

sofiacaicedo2 — 2024-01-09 20:02:47 UTC

Faced with two equally undesirable alternatives.

(cast.) Entre la espada y la pared.

Under the weather

parvinkapreetsingh — 2024-01-10 12:04:44 UTC

Meaning: To feel ill

example: I came home early, as I'm feeling a bit under the weather

(cast.) sentirse mal / enfermo

judge a book by it's cover

parvinkapreetsingh — 2024-01-10 12:08:43 UTC

Meaning: form an opinion based only on appearance

(cast.) Juzgar un libro por su portada

A bird in the hand it’s worth two in the bush

2024-01-12 12:32:53 UTC

it's better to hold onto something one has already than to risk losing it by trying to attain something better

(cast.)Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando

Give the benefit of the doubt

2024-01-13 15:42:46 UTC

Suppose a truth the someone without proof or evidence.

"I’m not sure if John is telling me the truth, but I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt until"

Cast. Dar el beneficio de la duda.

Beat around the bush

pollopez5 — 2024-01-14 15:02:02 UTC

Meaning: to avoid the main topic or not speaking directly about an issue.

(cast.) Irse por las ramas

Break a leg!

alexpurik — 2024-01-15 08:37:40 UTC

This idiom used in the context of theatre or other performing arts to wish a performer "good luck".

Translation: buena suerte

Bite the bullet

alexpurik — 2024-01-15 08:41:06 UTC

to force yourself to do something unpleasant or difficult, or to be brave in a difficult situation

Translation: mostrar coraje en situaciones difíciles

sat on the fence

alexpurik — 2024-01-15 08:45:23 UTC

To describe a person's lack of decisiveness, neutrality, or indecisiveness when choosing between two sides in a dispute or competition, or the inability to make a decision due to lack of courage.

Translation: falta de determinación

Barking dogs never bite

steven_ayala — 2024-01-16 08:05:11 UTC

That a person who talks a lot, argues a lot, complains a lot or makes a lot of noise will not be a person of action. Don't carry out his threats from him.

Translation: Perro que ladra no muerde

Curiosity killed the cat

francisgisellearitad — 2024-01-16 08:09:29 UTC

Being too curious can lead to trouble, as expressed by this idiom.

^{Ex. "Hey, I wonder what's down that street; it looks awfully dark and creepy."}

^Answer:^{"Let's not try to find out. Curiosity killed the cat."}

^{Cast. La curiosidad mató al gato}

Break the ice :

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 10:59:55 UTC

initiate a conversation in a social setting and make people feel more comfortable.

Bite the bullet:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:01:19 UTC

To endure a painful or difficult situation with courage and resilience.

Cost an arm and a leg:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:02:26 UTC

To be very expensive.

Under the weather:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:03:53 UTC

Feeling unwell or sick.

The ball is in your court:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:04:57 UTC

It's now your responsibility or decision.

Don't cry over spilled milk:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:06:49 UTC

Don't waste time worrying about things that have already happened and cannot be changed.

A piece of the pie:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:10:22 UTC

A share in something, usually referring to a share in profits or success.

Cut to the chase:

kaoutarjami — 2024-01-16 11:12:41 UTC

get to the main point without unnecessary details.

marialuzcande — 2024-01-16 17:14:11 UTC

When a person is at a loss of words or being quiet, or when a person wonders why someone is not saying anything.

_{Translation: Te comió la lengua el gato}

Saved by the bell:

lilianleticiavera — 2024-01-16 18:09:21 UTC

As cool as cucumber

lilianleticiavera — 2024-01-16 18:15:17 UTC

Very calm and composed and untroubled by stress

Translation: Tan fresco como el pepino.

Once in a blue moon

yujenathapa — 2024-01-17 09:41:10 UTC

Rarely, once in a very long time.

· Spanish: Una vez en alguna luna azul, muy rara vez.

· Example: I read books once in a blue moon.

He's bent out of shape

2024-01-17 20:15:29 UTC

To take offense; to become angry, agitated, or upset.

Translation: está fuera de forma, está fuera de sí.

Example: he's bent out of shape because his friends didn't invite him to the party.

Keep an eye out

2024-01-17 20:28:34 UTC

Pay attention and be aware.

Translation: estar atento.

Example: I need you to keep an eye on my brother, he's been so sad lately.

From the bottom of my heart

2024-01-17 22:00:15 UTC

When you say something very sincerely.

Translation: desde el fondo de mi corazón.

Example: from the bottom of my heart, I wish you the best.

Kill two birds with one stone

2024-01-17 22:49:15 UTC

To accomplish two different things at the same time.

(Matar dos pájaros de un tiro en castellano)

I'm all ears

marialuzcande — 2024-01-21 22:06:08 UTC

Listening intently, fully focused or awaiting an explanation

_{Translation: Soy todo orejas}

A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned

samreenamuhammad — 2024-01-22 07:30:19 UTC

Means, not spending money, you are saving money (little by little).

Speak of the devil

greicymaslucan1 — 2024-01-22 12:06:49 UTC

Penny saved is a penny earned

camilamolinab — 2024-01-23 07:39:06 UTC

It means that every little save in the present is worth it in the future.

Translation: Dinero ahorrado, dos veces ganado.

There's no smoke without fire

2024-01-23 08:13:23 UTC

If distastefull things are said about something or someone, there is probably a good reason for it

Saved by the bell

2024-01-23 08:45:28 UTC

Is used when one has been saved by the timely intervention of something or someone

Have sticky fingers

2024-01-23 09:11:52 UTC

Meaning: Is said it to someone who probably steals things.

Take the bull by the horns

2024-01-23 17:01:59 UTC

It means facing problems head on.

Translation:Afrontar los problemas.