Culips Everyday English Podcast Catch Word #289 – Apples to oranges
Oct 31, 2025
Discover two lively idioms for comparison: “apples to oranges” and “night and day.” Hear how they apply to everything from cooking to technology. Explore examples that highlight stark contrasts, like homemade meals versus influencer culinary art. Learn how to use “night and day” to describe significant improvements in health and gadgets. This lively discussion is perfect for those wanting to enhance their English fluency and provide vibrant comparisons in everyday conversations!
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When Comparisons Are Unfair
- "Apples to oranges" signals two items share a category but are unfair to compare due to major differences.
- Use it to reject or reframe comparisons between superficially similar things.
Use The Short Idiom Naturally
- Shorten common idioms in conversation for natural speech: say "apples to oranges" not the full phrase.
- Listen for the preposition "to" spelled out, not the number 2, to recognize the phrase.
Jealousy About A House Purchase
- A friend feels behind because another friend bought a huge house, but the homeowner has two incomes.
- The speaker uses "apples to oranges" to cheer and dismiss the unfair comparison.
