English Idioms About “Animals”
Idiom: when pigs fly
Meaning: If you say when pigs fly you mean that something will never happen. This phrase is used presumably due to the unlikelihood that pigs will ever evolve wings.
Example: Sure she’ll help us clean the house — when pigs fly.
English Idioms About “Money”
Idiom: A fool and his money are soon parted
Meaning: This means that stupid people spend money without thinking about it enough.
Example: John likes his extravagant lifestyle – but then a fool and his money are soon parted.
English Idioms About “Sport”
Idiom: Wait for the ball to drop
Meaning: To wait in expectation of an occurrence.
Example: When the scandal was publicly revealed, he waited for the ball to drop as he was involved.
English Idioms About “Names”
Idiom: By the name of
Meaning: Called.
Example: I met a doctor by the name of John.
English Idioms About “Science”
Idiom: On the same wavelength
Meaning: Thinking in the same pattern or in agreement.
Example: They’ve done a good job because they were on the same wavelength.
English Idioms About “Life”
Idiom: A life-saver
Meaning: This phrase is used to refer to something or someone that saves a person in a difficult situation or critical moment.
Example: Thank you so much for your help. You’re a real lifesaver!
English Idioms About “Animals”
Idiom: Count one’s chickens before they hatch
Meaning: To assume success too early, before it is certain.
Example: It’s too soon to cry victory. Don’t count your chicken before they hatch!