idioms that shouldn't make sense but they do.pptx

Idiom in english language

1. Idioms That Shouldn’t Make Sense… But Do! Presented by Nabaa Alazawy

2. What Is an Idiom? An idiom is a group of words whose meaning is different from the literal meanings of the individual words . Example: “It’s raining cats and dogs” → means it’s raining heavily.

3. Why Are Idioms Important? Add flavor and personality to language Native speakers use them all the time Helps learners sound fluent and natural Expresses emotion, humor, or attitude

4. When Do We Use Idioms? Daily conversation Emails and messages Storytelling and presentations Workplaces Cultural media (movies, songs)

5. Why Learn Idioms in International Workplaces? Avoid misunderstandings Connect with native speakers Improve listening skills Build cultural rapport “To speak a language well, you have to feel it. Idioms are the feeling of English.”

6. Popular Idioms (That Don’t Make Sense!) Idiom Meaning Example Spill the beans Reveal a secret She spilled the beans about the surprise party. Hit the sack Go to bed/sleep I’m tired. Time to hit the sack. Break a leg Good luck Break a leg in your presentation! Cost an arm and a leg Very expensive That watch cost an arm and a leg! Kick the bucket To die/pass away The character whom I thought was the strongest kicked the bucket first!

7. Fun Activity: Guess the Idiom! Let the cat out of the bag

8. “Letting the cat out of the bag" means revealing a secret, often unintentionally. It's an idiom used to describe the act of divulging information that was meant to be kept hidden. This phrase implies that a secret has been disclosed, usually without the person's full intent or awareness.

9. Tips to Learn & Use Idioms Practice using them in sentences Use in conversations Watch shows and podcasts Keep an 'Idiom of the Day' notebook

10. Final Thoughts Idioms are: Confusing at first Unforgettable once learned Make you sound fluent, fun, and fearless English isn’t just about rules—it’s about rhythm, color, and character. Idioms give you all three.

11. Thank You Presented by Nabaa Alazawy “Don't let this opportunity slip through your fingers” Now that you know some idioms... use them! Questions, comments, or favorite idioms?