So many newcomers have problems understanding English speakers and probably it's because English speakers use idioms ALL THE TIME!
Here is an example of the confusion you might be having:
"I have a lot of bread." What does this mean?
1. the LITERAL meaning is that I have a lot of bread (to eat and make a sandwich with)
2. the IDIOM means: I have a lot of money.
Confused?
Maybe you'll ask.... how do I remember all of this?
As my colleague Angelo has said so many times.... practice, practice, practice!
So, an idiom is:
1. an expression/phrase that is fixed - you can't develop one of your own
2. an expression that uses languages in a 'metaphorical' way
Where can you hear idioms?
television, radio and read the newspapers!
This is the first installment of idioms work ... stay tuned for more!
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