Idioms or phrases with "word(s") by

Silvia

2024-09-26 16:37:23 UTC

Actions speak louder than words:Our behaviour reflect how we are better than what we say.

Silvia

2024-09-26 16:40:59 UTC

Spread the word: To inform, to tell everyone

Silvia

2024-09-26 16:56:07 UTC

Word on the street: News going around on the street.

Silvia

2024-09-26 16:59:36 UTC

One word leads to another: A development in a conversation that involves people in an escalating argument.

Silvia

2024-09-26 17:08:09 UTC

Eat your words: Change your pitch and apologize.

Alicia

2024-09-27 09:10:27 UTC

To say a few words: when someone is asked to make a speech, e.g., at an event.

Alicia

2024-09-27 09:12:32 UTC

To be lost for words: to be so shocked or surprised that you are not able to speak.

Alicia

2024-09-27 09:18:20 UTC

To want a word: to want to talk to someone. It is similar to the expression 'have a word'.

César

2024-09-28 10:09:24 UTC

Did not mince one´s word: When someone is criticising someone else, you might say they did not mince their words if they were giving negative feedback or speaking the truth even though it might be hurtful.

César

2024-09-28 10:10:37 UTC

Put in a good word: You might put in a good word for someone if you know how good they are or if they have done a great job.

César

2024-09-28 10:12:44 UTC

Have a word with/ Have a quick word with: If someone wants to talk to you, usually privately, they might ask if they could have a word with you. It can also be a quick thing so they might say: can I have a quick word with you.

Julian

2024-09-29 09:10:29 UTC

In a word:

In short, in summary

Julian

2024-09-29 09:11:20 UTC

A good word for everybody :

Always speaking in a friendly, amiable and positive way to everyone

Julian

2024-09-29 09:13:18 UTC

Man/woman of his word: a person who keeps a promise

Julian

2024-09-29 09:13:29 UTC

A play on words:

A clever or amusing use of a word that has more than one meaning, or of wordsthat have different meanings but sound similar/the same; a pun

Jesús

pisuso6917 — 2024-09-29 11:31:56 UTC

Nuria

2024-09-29 17:35:02 UTC

To get/put the word out: Letting people know.

The word is out: Letting people know.

Ex: The word is out that Shakira is starting a new relationship with a British actor.

Nuria

2024-09-29 17:52:11 UTC

Word on the street is/ Word has it that: (idiomatic expression) The information provided is not yet confirmed. It's a rumor.

Ex: Word has it that Rafa Nadal is going to announce his retirement from tennis.

Nuria

2024-09-29 18:09:52 UTC

Empty words: Words without meaning or intention.

Ex: Really, very, absolutely..

You'll hear plenty of empty words coming from people throughout your life.

Nuria

2024-09-29 18:20:25 UTC

Swear word: unpleasant words.

Ex: We should avoid using swear words in front of children.

Nuria

2024-09-29 18:25:16 UTC

My word! : Exclamation of agreement or surprise.

Ex: I'm here to take care of you. You have my word.

Eva

2024-09-29 21:01:23 UTC

Mind your language: calling the attention to someone who is not behaving properly. Example: "Mind your language!", little darling, these words are not proper in this classroom.

Goyo

2024-09-30 10:38:02 UTC

Word to the wise: a piece of advise for somebody
In a word: To sum up.

Alba

2024-09-30 12:04:48 UTC

Follow my words: to follow a recommendation.

A picture paints a thousand words: the image is better understood than an explanation.

Jorge

2024-10-01 10:11:55 UTC

Word of mouth: Information or news spread through informal communication, typically spoken person-to-person.
- Example: "The new bakery didn't need to advertise much because most of their customers came through word of mouth."
No words needed: Used when something is so evident or powerful that it doesn't require verbal explanation or discussion.
- Example: "When I saw her face after the proposal, no words were needed to understand how she felt."
To be a man/woman of few words: Someone who speaks only when necessary and tends to be concise.
- Example: "John is a man of few words, but when he does speak, everyone listens."
Put in a good word: To speak positively about someone, usually to help them get an opportunity or favor.
- Example: "I heard you're applying for the job at my company. I'll put in a good word for you with my boss."

Miriam

2024-10-01 14:43:21 UTC

In a word= in summary

Miriam

2024-10-01 14:44:44 UTC

In other words= Expressed in a different way

Sofía

2024-10-06 06:51:44 UTC

"In so many words" To say something directly or explicitly, often implying that the person is being more straightforward than usual or stating something that could have been implied. 'She told me, in so many words, that I was wrong'

RAQUEL MENDEZ

2025-02-23 11:41:35 UTC

"A word to the wise" A brief piece of advice or warning.