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What is an idiom ?

 

An Idiom is a word/phrase/sentence that cannot be understood by direct translation.

Here are some examples:

 

"Piece of cake" - An easily done task.

Example: This homework is a piece of cake.

 

"You can say that again" - To express that you agree with what the other person said but not literally tell them to say it again.

Example:

Me : It's good to be home

My friend: You can say that again!

 

"Call it a day" - Expression meaning something is over.

Example: I am so tired with this project, let's call it day.

 

"Over the moon" - Expression of happiness and joy.

Example: I received an A for my exam and I am over the moon!