Firmlife International Academy
Purpose, Calling & FirmLife
Firmlife International Academy
Purpose, Calling & FirmLife
Idioms and Proverbs
Lesson 4:
Idioms and Proverbs
Explanation:
- An idiom is a group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words.
Example: “Break the ice” means to start a conversation. - A proverb is a short, wise saying that teaches a lesson or truth.
Example: “A stitch in time saves nine” means fix problems early before they grow.
Examples:
| Idiom | Meaning |
| Spill the beans | Reveal a secret |
| Once in a blue moon | Very rarely |
| Hit the nail on the head | Be exactly right |
| Piece of cake | Something very easy |
| Under the weather | Feeling unwell |
| Proverb | Meaning |
| Actions speak louder than words | What you do matters more than what you say |
| Honesty is the best policy | Always tell the truth |
| Don’t count your chickens before they hatch | Don’t assume success too early |
| The early bird catches the worm | Acting early brings success |
| A friend in need is a friend indeed | True friends help you when you’re in trouble |
Practice:
- Write what this idiom means: “It’s raining cats and dogs.”
- Explain this proverb: “The early bird catches the worm.”
Tip:
Using idioms and proverbs in essays or speeches shows maturity and deep understanding of English.
