The InFluency Podcast 480. 5 common and everyday English idioms you need to know
Sep 30, 2025
Discover five essential American English idioms that can elevate your conversations! Learn what it means to "bark up the wrong tree" and how to "beat around the bush" effectively. Get organized with the practical advice of "getting your ducks in a row" and understand the implications of "stealing someone's thunder." Finally, find out how to "get your feet wet" when trying something new. Each idiom comes with pronunciation tips and real-life examples to help you use them naturally! Practice makes perfect!
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Idioms Change Literal Meaning
- Idioms often mean something very different than the literal words and are common in American English.
- Knowing idioms improves comprehension and makes spoken English feel more natural.
Pronounce Idioms With Connected Speech
- Connect words and stress correctly when saying idioms to sound natural.
- Practice connected speech and stress placement for phrases like "barking up the wrong tree."
Chores Example For Wrong Accusation
- Hadar gives a household example about chores to illustrate the idiom.
- She says you might tell someone they're "barking up the wrong tree" if you already did the chores.