Listening to English phrases and understanding their meanings is a great way to improve your language skills. Here are some common English phrases along with their translations:
Translation: Good luck!
This phrase is often used to wish someone good luck, especially before a performance or presentation.
Translation: To endure a painful situation
When someone is facing a difficult or unpleasant situation and decides to confront it bravely, we say they are "biting the bullet."
Translation: Very expensive
If something is described as costing an arm and a leg, it means it is extremely expensive.
Translation: To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem
When someone accurately identifies the root cause of a problem, we say they have "hit the nail on the head."
Translation: Very easy
If a task or activity is described as a "piece of cake," it means it is very easy to do.
Translation: To reveal a secret
When someone unintentionally or intentionally reveals a secret, we say they have "spilled the beans."
Translation: It is up to you to make a decision or take action
When someone says "the ball is in your court," it means that the responsibility for making a decision or taking action lies with you.
Listening to these phrases in context and practicing their translations can help you become more fluent in English and understand the nuances of the language better. Keep practicing and expanding your vocabulary!