Why Idioms?

Idioms is very important because Understanding idioms is essential for mastering English. They are short expressions with hidden meanings that help in day to day conversations, it also asked in many examinations. So below are some common idioms and their meanings you should know.

Don't Upset The Apple Cart :- Don't Ruin A Plan Or Argument

The Proof Is In The Pudding :- You Must Try Something To Know Its Value

To Cut The Gordian Knot :- Solve A Complex Problem Boldly

Go Down In Flames :- Fail Spectacularly

To Be Hoist With Your Own Petard :- Be Harmed By Your Plan

Burn The Candle At Both Ends :- Work Too Hard And Exhaust Yourself

Have A Bee In Your Bonnet :- Obsess About Something

Jump On The Gravy Train :- Take Advantage Of Easy Money

A Storm In A Teacup :- A Small Problem Exaggerated

By The Skin Of Your Teeth :- Just Barely Succeeded

Don't Rock The Boat :- Stay Calm And Don't Create Trouble

Steal Someone's Thunder :- Take Their Idea/Credit

Play Second Fiddle :- Be Less Important

Caught Between Scylla And Charybdis :- Choosing Between Two Dangers

Eat Humble Pie :- Admit You Were Wrong

Throw Your Toys Out Of The Pram :- Act Like A Baby, Complaining Angrily

Fly Off The Handle :- Get Angry Quickly

Bite Your Tongue :- Stop Yourself From Speaking