Business English Idioms
A good way to solve a problem is to think outside the box and approach it from a different angle. What does 'think outside the box' mean?
Come up with creative solutions to problems.
What is the Capital of the U.S?
Washington DC
The team used an unorthodox method to solve the problem, ignoring the usual procedures and trying something completely new. What is unorthodox?
Different from what is usual or accepted by most people.
How many legs do a butterfly have?
6
he is between a rock and a hard place because she needs a full-time job but also needs to take care of her daughter. What does 'between a rock and a hard place' mean?
In a tough situation with no good choices.
What is the biggest state in the U.S?
Alaska
Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the 10 storytelling steps in Ángel’s structure?
A. Use irony when reflecting on what happened
B. Introduce the main subject at the end of the story
C. Describe how people reacted to your story
D. Give details about what happened and why
C. Describe how people reacted to your story
What food never expires?
Honey
After missing several deadlines, he knew he was walking on thin ice with his boss. What does 'walking on thin ice' mean?
Being in a risky situation where one more mistake can cause disaster
What country gifted the State of Liberty to the U.S?
France
According to research, people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder often show similar brain activity and thinking patterns to what kind of individuals?
highly creative people
What country won the world cup in 2018?
France
We hit a brick wall when we realised the project would cost much more than we planned. What does 'hit a brick wall' mean?
Meeting a problem that stops progress.
What is the most popular sport in California?
Basketball
Which of the following is the most appropriate way to respond to a negative point in a professional email?
A. “That’s not our fault. You should talk to someone else.”
B. “Thanks for letting us know. Unfortunately, there was an issue, but it won’t happen again.”
C. “I already told you about this in the last email.”
D. “I guess we messed up. My bad.”
B. “Thanks for letting us know. Unfortunately, there was an issue, but it won’t happen again.”
How many countries border Brazil?
10
After years of hard work, I knew I had to bite the bullet and ask my boss for a raise. What does 'bite the bullet' mean?
Do something difficult but necessary.
How many Stripes are there in the American Flag?
13
In a workplace conflict, what are individuals typically expected to do when working with a mediator?
They attend both separate and joint meetings with the mediator, express their views and feelings, and work toward understanding each other to find a solution.
What is the largest organ in the human body?
The skin