Idioms & Expressions
To start a conversation in a social situation
What does "break the ice" mean?
How do you ask Politely for directions to the nearest bus station?
"Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to the nearest bus station?"
Name 3 ways to say "Delicious"
Tasty, yummy, scrumptious
How do you ask someone about their weekend?
"How was your weekend?"
Fill in the blank: "I have been __ (go) to the gym every Monday."
Going- "I have been going to the gym every Monday"
To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem
Explain the expression "hit the nail on the head"
Name 3 items you would pack for a weekend beach trip?
Swimsuit, sunscreen, towel
Name 3 hobbies you could discuss with a colleague
Reading, Hiking, Cooking
Correct the mistake: "He don't like pizza."
He doesn't like pizza
Use "Once in a blue moon" in a sentence
ex. "I only go to the cinema once in a blue moon"
Role-Play: Your flight is delayed. What do you say to the airline staff?
Role-play: You want to return a dish that is too salty. What do you say?
"Excuse me, this dish is too salty. Could I have something else, please?"
Respond to: "Did you see the latest news about...?"
"Yes, I did. It's really interesting/shocking
Which is correct: "I've been to Spain last year." or "I went to Spain last year"?
I went to Spain last year
True or False: "Bite the Bullet" means to literally bite something.
False- It means to face a difficult situation bravely
What is the difference between "boarding" and "departing"
"Boarding"- Getting on the plane
"Departing"- Leaving the airport
What does "on the house" mean in a restaurant?
Free of charge, provided by the restaurant
Role-Play: You meet someone at a party and start a conversation.
Fill in: "She can't come today because she ____ (have) a dentist appointment."
she has a dentist appointment
Which Idiom would you use for someone very lucky: "Pull someone's leg" or "born with a silver spoon in one's mouth?
"Born with a silver spoon in one's mouth"
Create a short dialogue checking into a hotel using at least 3 polite expressions.
Example: "Good afternoon, I have a reservation. Could I please check in? Thank you.
Use "To Go" and "dine-in" in a short conversation about a cafe.
How would you politely change the topic of conversation?
Example: "That's interesting. By the way, have you seen...?"
I used to go _______ with my family. ______ cheeseburgers are the best!
I used to go there with my family. Their cheeseburgers are the best!