Context: Jackson and I were having a wonderful time at the LA County fair a couple of weeks ago. It’s such a fun place to experience many different things about American culture. One of the most famous parts of the fair is the food. They
Context #1: I just want to relax this weekend. I don’t want to study. I don’t want to clean or do laundry. I just want to relax. Maybe I’ll watch something on Netflix or take a long nap. I might call up some friends
Meaning: Chat or talk to someone in a very casual, fun way Context #1 – Two students are talking about going on Spring Break Jaffer: I can’t wait until the end of this term! I really need a break from studying. Katrina: I know. It’s nice to
Idiom: Hit the road Example 1: Jeff: Hey, Bill. What time is it? I need to be home by 10 or my mom will kill me. Bill: It’s 9:15. You’d better hit the road soon if you want to be on time! Jeff: You’re right! Bye! Example 2:
Idiom:Party Animal Example 1: Tommy:Are you ready to see the final game of the season? Don:I’m so excited about it, that I’ve been partying for the last three days without sleep. Tommy: Dude, you’re a real party animal. That’s wild. Where do you find the time and
Idiom: Hit the Airwaves Example 1: Samira:What’s wrong, Giorgio? You look really nervous. Giorgio:I am nervous. My band just finished its first CD. Now we have to promote it. Samira: Wow! That’s great! Giorgio: So we are getting ready to hit the airwavesand start promoting it. We
Idiom: Bells and Whistles Example 1: Gerry:Congratulations, Kiki! I heard you passed the driver’s test! Kiki: Yes, I’m so happy. It took me three tries, but I finally have a driver’s license. Gerry: So have you thought about buying a car? Kiki:Of course! My dad said he would
Idiom: Put someone up Example 1: Vanessa: So what are your plans for the summer break? We have three months before school starts again! Brad: Well, I’m going to visit my friends in London. Vanessa: Wow! That sounds like fun! But isn’t London expensive? Brad: Yes, it is, but I’m
Idiom: Head for Example 1: Vicki: I can’t believe it’s almost time for Summer Break. I’m so excited. Bjorn: Me, too! Vicki: Do you have any plans? Bjorn: I’m heading for Yellowstone Park. I’m going to spend the week camping and hiking! Vicki: Hmmm…that’s good if you like camping and the outdoors. I’m
