HỌC TIẾNG ANH QUA INTERNET: 2024

Offers courses in academic writing, English grammar, and communication skills. Look for courses like "A Beginner’s Guide to Writing in English for University Study".

FutureLearn

4. BBC Learning English

Great for improving general and academic English skills. Offers lessons and resources on writing, grammar, and pronunciation.

BBC Learning English

5. Grammarly Blog

Provides articles and guides on writing tips, grammar rules, and style improvement. Free version of the Grammarly tool can help with basic grammar corrections.

Grammarly

6. Purdue OWL (Online Writing Lab)

Comprehensive resource for writing in English, covering grammar, punctuation, style guides, and tips for writing academic essays and research papers.

Purdue OWL

7. The British Council - Learn English

Offers lessons, activities, and writing practice materials for learners at all levels.

British Council Learn English

8. Duolingo

A free language-learning app that focuses on grammar and vocabulary but includes writing exercises and quizzes to help improve your English

Duolingo

These platforms offer a mix of free content, although some might have paid options for certificates or additional materials. You can choose based on your level and specific needs in writing English!

Tải phát âm của từ muốn học xuống laptop để nghe offline

Oxford Learner's Dictionary là từ điển cung cấp phát âm của từ và cho phép tải xuống LAPTOP (máy tính xách tay) hay PC (máy tính để bàn) để nghe offline (vì đã có sẵn trong máy nên không cần lên mạng).

Trên smartphone (điện thoại di động), không thấy tiện ích để tải xuống.

Bấm vào liên kết sau để mở:

https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/

Gỏ từ muốn tìm vào khung trắng bên phải khung màu vàng có từ English, bấm vào hình kính lúp để tìm.

Ví dụ tìm từ water.

Tiếng Anh và tiếng Mỹ đọc từ này khác nhau rõ ràng.

Kéo màn hình lên để thấy từ vừa mới tìm.

Bấm chuột trái vào biểu tượng loa màu xanh để nghe giọng Anh.

Bấm chuột trái vào biểu tượng loa màu đỏ để nghe giọng Mỹ.

Bấm chuột trái vào Download Audio để tải xuống máy.

Trước khi tải xuống, đã chuẩn bị một folder trên máy để tạo chỗ chứa âm thanh.

Bên phải màn hình, dưới mục Other Results, có một cột gồm những từ liên quan đến từ đã tìm, nếu chọn, cũng có giải nghĩa và phát âm có thể tải xuống được.

Từ điển phát âm - Pronunciation Dictionary

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/pronunciation/

Thursday, October 17, 2024

Học nói giọng Mỹ 4 giờ với cô Rachel (Youtube)

Muốn có phụ đề tiếng Anh chữ lớn, phải học trên máy tính PC, Laptop hoặc truyền hình, bấm Cc trên màn hình để có phụ đề.

https://youtu.be/8FzY7cgKOmI?si=ibnStSHM3qGMf1IM

Phần lớn bài dạy của Cô Rachel chuyên về từ vựng, phát âm và đàm thoại.

Trên Youtube, Cô Rachel có kênh:

https://www.youtube.com/@rachelsenglish

với hơn 1000 video với nhiều bài giảng chia thành nhiều mục, trong đó có phần chỉ dành cho người có đóng học phí.

-English Vocabulary

-Master Conversation: American English in Real Life

-Job Interview in English

-If You Just Moved to US

-Members Only (dành riêng cho người có học phí)

-Shorts (Video ngắn dạy phát âm)

-Master The Sounds of American English

-100 Most Common Words: English

-How to Speak English Fast

-Fast English: Words That Reduce

Ngoài ra, Cô còn có các kênh khác:

- rachelsenglish.com/free

https://rachelsenglish.com/free

- rachelsenglishacademy.com (Có học phí)

https://rachelsenglish.com/academy/

- instagram.com/rachelsenglish (hơn 850 bài, free)

https://www.instagram.com/rachelsenglish/

- facebook.com/rachelsenglish.pronunciation (free)

(Nên chọn "Thích" nếu bạn mở trên điện thoại.)

https://www.facebook.com/RachelsEnglish.Pronunciation/

Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Phát âm của T sau N

Trong 1 từ, khi có cấu trúc: Nguyên âm + nt + nguyên âm thì t không được phát âm.

PRONUNCIATION OF T after N - NT

Englishevolution.org cung cấp các khóa học có học phí.

English Evolution trên Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/15KmyQbcEP/

và

englishevolution2 trên Instagram

có bài dạy miễn phí.

Saturday, October 12, 2024

American English with Brent - Youtube

AMERICAN ENGLISH WITH BRENT

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Người Viêt dạy phát âm giọng Mỹ

NGƯỜI VIỆT DẠY PHÁT ÂM TRÊN FACEBOOK

Saturday, September 28, 2024

Luan Vu dạy tiếng Anh trên Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/share/RiVYNh7VPSK6xMvr/?mibextid=qi2Omg

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

JOBS VOCABULARY

Saturday, September 14, 2024

English Fluency Teacher - Học đối thoại

Các bạn có thể không mở được liên kết sau nếu không có một tài khoản Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/englishfluencyteacher?igsh=MTM5eTcybmd3cXp5OQ==

Nếu muốn học offline, các bạn có thể dùng savefrom.net để tải bài học xuống máy.

1.Lắng nghe, không nhìn bài.

2.Vừa nghe vừa nhìn bài, chú ý những từ mới và từ mình phát âm chưa đúng.

3.Lắng nghe, không nhìn bài.

4.Nghe và dừng bài sau mỗi câu để lặp lại câu nói.

5.Nghe cho đến khi thuộc.

6.Đóng vai hai người và nói, không nhìn bài, không nghe.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

AMERICAN STORIES IN EASY ENGLISH

Nghe đọc 57 truyện ngắn của những nhà văn Mỹ nổi tiếng được viết lại bằng tiếng Anh dễ hiểu dành cho người học tiếng Anh.

Bấm vào liên kết:

AMERICAN STORIES IN EASY ENGLISH

Monday, September 9, 2024

Pronunciation of T in American English -

Cách phát âm của T trong tiếng Anh của người Mỹ.

Bấm vào liên kết sau:

PRONUNCIAION OF T IN AMERICAN ENGLISH

Có hơn 1300 video dạy tiếng Anh giọng Mỹ trên kênh Youtube của Kevin và Liza.

Bấm vào liên kết sau:

https://youtube.com/@mrmememe777?si=QPW5RsRNAhk8uNRX

Easy English with James - James dạy phát âm

Bấm vào liên kết:

EASY ENGLISH WITH JAMES

Có trên 70 video dạy phát âm tiếng Anh giọng Anh trên kênh Youtube của James.

Nên học trên truyền hình để nghe to và không mỏi mắt.

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Learning Englsh Success

https://youtube.com/watch?v=VB0aIzMd-6k&si=WE4RanL_YMYgQL5R

Thursday, August 29, 2024

HỌC NÓI TIẾNG ANH

Monday, August 26, 2024

Katu English: 800 câu tiếng Anh dùng hằng ngày.

800 CÂU TIẾNG ANH DÙNG HẰNG NGÀY

Học thêm nhiều bài khác trên Katu English.

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Tiếng Anh miễn phí cho người mới học

Bấm vào SIGN UP FOR FREE LESONS để đăng ký. Các bài đọc có nguồn gốc thánh kinh và viết bằng tiếng Anh dễ hiểu. Để đăng ký, bạn cần có 1 email. Bạn sẽ nhận bài qua email.

Bấm vào liên kết:

https://www.worldenglishinstitute.org/

Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Bài dạy tiếng Anh chậm rãi của Thầy giáo Carter

Gần 50 video dạy tiếng Anh giảng chậm cho người Việt trình độ trung cấp, có phụ đề tiếng Viêt:

https://www.youtube.com/@WhatsUpEnglishVN/videos

Saturday, July 27, 2024

Human Body - Thân thể người

READ MORE - Human Body - Thân thể người

Friday, July 26, 2024

Punctuation- Dấu chấm câu

READ MORE - Punctuation- Dấu chấm câu

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Vegetables

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Gần 100 bài tập nghe và nói

Bạn nên mở một kênh trên Instagram để học những bài này. https://www.instagram.com/englishfluencyteacher?igsh=MTM5eTcybmd3cXp5OQ==

READ MORE - Gần 100 bài tập nghe và nói

Saturday, July 6, 2024

BBC Learning English

BBC là đài phát thanh và truyền hình của Vương Quốc Anh. Cơ quan này có chương trình dạy tiếng Anh online miễn phí bằng trang web, Video trên YouTube và Instagram. Dưới đây là liên kết kênh dạy tiếng Anh trên Instagram:

BBCLearningEnglish

Có trên 1000 bài dạy tiếng Anh bằng giọng Anh ở trình độ sơ cấp.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

English Conversation - 80 bài đàm thoại trên Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/englishfluencyteacher?igsh=MTM5eTcybmd3cXp5OQ==

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

50 American Idioms - 50 thành ngữ Anh Mỹ

50 American Idioms to Know as a Non-Native Speaker

This article explores the significance of idioms, explains the role that idioms play in shaping communication in America, and outlines the most common American English idioms revolving around the themes of sports, food, animals, nature, and the body. Through understanding how idioms are used and incorporating them into everyday conversations, non-native English speakers can accelerate their language learning journey and sound more natural and confident when speaking English.

February 5, 2024

Eliza Simpson

Language is a powerful tool that reflects the culture, history, and identity of a society. Idioms, in particular, play a significant role in shaping the way people communicate. In America, idioms are widely used to convey ideas in a simpler and often more succinct way.

An idiom is a group of words whose meaning cannot be deduced from the literal definitions of the individual words. Instead, idioms carry a figurative meaning that is culturally understood by native speakers. These expressions often add color, depth, and cultural context to communication, making them an integral part of language use.

Let's explore the most common American English idioms, how they shape American culture, and how non-native English speakers can incorporate them into daily conversations.

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The Importance of Idioms in American Culture

Idioms are deeply ingrained in American culture and society. They have the power to evoke emotions, convey complex ideas, and provide a sense of belonging among speakers. Understanding and using idioms is a key aspect of language proficiency, as it allows non-native speakers to communicate more effectively and assimilate into the cultural nuances of American English.

For non-native speakers, incorporating common idioms into their speech offers several advantages. It enhances fluency by making language use more natural and dynamic, allowing speakers to express themselves in a way that goes beyond literal translations and fostering a deeper connection with native speakers by enabling non-native speakers to demonstrate an understanding of cultural context and shared expressions.

While idioms cover a wide range of topics, certain themes are especially common among American English phrases and idioms. These themes include sports, food, parts of the body, animals, and nature. Understanding these common themes can assist non-native speakers in categorizing and memorizing idioms more effectively.

We’ve outlined some of the most popular American idioms, their meanings, and examples of how to use them in a sentence.

Sports-Based Idioms

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1. Hit below the belt

When you hit below the belt, you are performing an action that showcases unfair or unsportsmanlike conduct.

Example: His comments about her personal life really hit below the belt.

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2. Ball is in your court

When the ball is in your court, it is your responsibility to make a decision or take action.

Example: I've done everything I can; now the ball is in their court.

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3. Jump on the bandwagon

When you jump on the bandwagon, you join others in supporting a popular activity or trend.

Example: Everyone is buying the latest smartphone; I might as well jump on the bandwagon and get one too.

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4. The whole nine yards

The whole nine yards refers to everything – the complete extent.

Example: When planning the wedding, they went the whole nine yards with decorations, catering, and entertainment.

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5. Knock it out of the park

This means that you have achieved great success or accomplished something exceptionally well.

Example: She really knocked it out of the park with her presentation; everyone was impressed.

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6. On the ball

To be on the ball is to be alert, competent, and well-prepared.

Example: The team is always on the ball during important matches, and that's why they consistently perform well and win trophies.

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7. Throw in the towel

To throw in the towel is to give up or surrender.

Example: After hours of trying to fix the issue on his computer, he decided to throw in the towel and call for technical support.

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8. Drop the ball

To drop the ball is to make a mistake or fail to do something.

Example: I really dropped the ball on that project; I forgot to include some crucial information in the report.

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9. Full-court press

A full-court press is to put maximum effort into something, often in a determined or aggressive manner.

Example: With the deadline approaching, the team decided to launch a full-court press to finish the project ahead of schedule.

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10. Keep your eye on the ball

This means to stay focused on the task at hand and not get distracted.

Example: In order to succeed in your career, it's important to keep your eye on the ball and not get sidetracked by unnecessary distractions.

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11. Behind the eight ball

To be behind the eight ball is to be in a difficult or unfavorable position.

Example: After missing several project deadlines, he found himself behind the eight ball with a lot of catching up to do.

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12. Throw a curveball

To throw a curveball is to unexpectedly present something surprising or unexpected.

Example: The sudden change in the market conditions threw a curveball at the company's expansion plans.

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Food-Based Idioms‍

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13. Bite the bullet

To bite the bullet is to endure a painful or difficult situation with courage.

Example: I have to bite the bullet and tell my boss I'm resigning.

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14. Spill the beans

To spill the beans is to disclose a secret or reveal confidential information.

Example: Don't spill the beans about the surprise party!

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15. Piece of cake

Something that is a piece of cake is very easy to do.

Example: The exam was a piece of cake; I finished it in 20 minutes.

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16. Break the ice

When you break the ice, you initiate a conversation or social interaction in a friendly manner.

Example: The joke he told really helped break the ice at the company holiday party and got everyone chatting with each other.

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17. Don’t cry over spilled milk

Don’t cry over spilled milk is said to encourage a person to avoid wasting time worrying about things that have already happened and cannot be changed.

Example: Yes, you made a mistake, but don't cry over spilled milk; focus on finding a solution.

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18. In hot water

Someone in hot water is in trouble or facing difficulties.

Example: He found himself in hot water after missing the important deadline at work.

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19. A piece of the pie

To get a piece of the pie is to get a share or portion of something, usually referring to profits or benefits.

Example: Everyone in the company deserves a piece of the pie for their hard work.

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20. Cut the mustard

When you cut the mustard, you meet expectations and are performing adequately.

Example: The new employee didn't cut the mustard, and the company decided not to extend his contract.

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21. Bite off more than you can chew

To bite off more than you can chew is to take on more responsibilities or challenges than you can handle.

Example: After accepting two major projects simultaneously, Sarah felt overwhelmed and realized she had bitten off more than she could chew.

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22. Grasping at straws

Grasping at straws is trying to find a solution or hope in a desperate situation.

Example: With no leads, the detective felt like he was grasping at straws to solve the case.

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23. Bring home the bacon

To bring home the bacon is to earn a living or provide financial support for a family.

Example: As the sole breadwinner, she works hard to bring home the bacon and support her family.

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24. Two peas in a pod

When something is like two peas in a pod, it involves two things that are very similar.

Example: My best friend and I like all the same things - we're two peas in a pod!

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25. The apple of my eye

Someone who is cherished or adored by someone else is the apple of their eye.

Example: I'm so enamored with her my wife; she's the apple of my eye.

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26. In a nutshell

This expression is used to sum up or express something in a concise manner.

Example: In a nutshell, the new policy aims to streamline our workflow and improve efficiency.

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27. Spice things up

To spice things up is to add excitement or variety to a situation.

Example: Let's spice things up at the party by introducing some fun games and activities.

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28. Cool as a cucumber

Someone who is cool as a cucumber is able to remain calm and composed, especially in stressful situations.

Example: Even though the deadline was approaching, she remained cool as a cucumber and completed the project flawlessly.

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29. Go bananas

To go bananas is to become extremely excited, agitated, or crazy.

Example: The crowd went bananas when their favorite band took the stage, clapping and cheering nonstop for over 10 minutes.

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30. The whole enchilada

This idiom is used to refer to the entirety of something, down to the last detail.

Example: I want to know the whole enchilada about the new project before committing to it.

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Animal-Based Idioms‍

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31. Let the cat out of the bag

If you let the cat out of the bag, it means you revealed a secret or disclosed information that was supposed to be kept confidential.

Example: I’m so sorry, I didn't mean to let the cat out of the bag about the surprise birthday party.

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32. Straight from the horse's mouth

Anything that is straight from the horse’s mouth is information from a reliable source.

Example: I talked to our boss and heard straight from the horse's mouth that the project is due next week.

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33. Elephant in the room

The elephant in the room is an obvious problem or issue that people are avoiding.

Example: We need to address the elephant in the room and discuss the budget cuts.

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34. Raining cats and dogs

Raining cats and dogs is a way of saying there is heavy rain and a heavy downpour.

Example: The streets are flooded; it's raining cats and dogs.

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35. Kill two birds with one stone

To kill two birds with one stone is to accomplish two tasks with a single action.

Example: When I study with my friends, we kill two birds with one stone because we help each other understand the material better and get to spend quality time together.

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36. Don't count your chickens before they hatch

This means that you shouldn’t assume success or victory before it happens.

Example: We still have a lot of classes to pass before we graduate college; don't count your chickens before they hatch.

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Nature-Based Idioms‍

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37. Bite the dust

To bite the dust is to fail or suffer a defeat.

Example: After weeks of intense competition, the other team won and ours bit the dust.

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38. Weather the storm

To weather the storm is to endure a difficult situation.

Example: The business went through tough times, but we managed to weather the storm and keep operating.

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39. A breath of fresh air

A breath of fresh air is something that is new and refreshing.

Example: The new employee is like a breath of fresh air; he brings new ideas and enthusiasm to the team.

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40. Hit the hay

Hit the hay means to go to bed and head to sleep.

Example: It’s been a long day at work, I’m ready to hit the hay.

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41. Caught between a rock and a hard place

To be caught between a rock and a hard place means you are facing a difficult decision with no easy solution.

Example: I can't please both my mom and my sister; I'm caught between a rock and a hard place.

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42. Under the weather

When someone is under the weather, they are feeling unwell or sick.

Example: I won't be able to make it to the meeting; I'm feeling a bit under the weather today.

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43. Once in a blue moon

Something that happens once in a blue moon happens very rarely.

Example: We only see each other once in a blue moon because she lives in China while I live in America.

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44. Throw caution to the wind

To throw caution to the wind is to act recklessly or without concern for the consequences.

Example: She decided to throw caution to the wind and quit her job, despite not having enough savings or another job lined up.

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Body-Based Idioms‍

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45. Cost an arm and a leg

Something that costs an arm and a leg is very expensive.

Example: Getting my damaged car repaired is going to cost an arm and a leg - I don't event want to look at the bill!

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46. Turn a blind eye

To turn a blind eye is to ignore or pretend not to see something.

Example: The manager decided to turn a blind eye to the minor rule violation and not report it.

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47. Keep your eyes peeled

To keep your eyes peeled means to be watchful and alert.

Example: Keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious activity.

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48. Give someone a hand

To give someone a hand is to help or assist them.

Example: My friend is moving to a new apartment this weekend; I'm happy to give her a hand with packing and lifting heavy furniture.

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49. Get your foot in the door

To get your foot in the door is to establish an initial connection or opportunity that will benefit you in the future.

Example: Getting an internship is a great way to get your foot in the door for a potential future job in the industry.

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50. Get cold feet

To get cold feet is to feel nervous or hesitant about a decision or action.

Example: On the day of the wedding, it's very common for the groom or bride to get cold feet and have second thoughts.

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Advance Your English with BoldVoice

These 50 idioms are just some of the many idioms that exist in the American English language. Idioms undoubtedly play a significant role in American language and culture by providing a colorful and expressive way for people to convey meanings beyond the literal interpretation of words.

By incorporating idioms into everyday speech, Americans and non-native English speakers alike can enrich their communication and establish a shared cultural understanding. Idioms also add humor, emphasis, and nuance to conversations, creating a unique linguistic landscape that reflects the diverse influences and history of the United States. Embracing and understanding idioms is not just a linguistic skill but a cultural competency that fosters effective communication and a deeper connection within the American community.

If you’re interested in furthering your English learning journey and exploring the use of American idioms, try out the BoldVoice app to accelerate your progress. With BoldVoice’s personalized language curriculum, video lessons from top Hollywood speech coaches, and instant, unlimited feedback powered by artificial intelligence, you’ll elevate your language skills, enhance your pronunciation, and supercharge your communication skills. Try BoldVoice today and embark on a linguistic adventure towards fluency and expression like never before!

Nguồn: https://www.boldvoice.com/blog/50-american-idioms#id7

A List of Common Idioms - Thành ngữ tiếng Anh thông dụng + Từ điển thành ngữ

A List of Common Idioms

Idiom	Example	What it means
Keep your chin up	It’s hard to keep your chin up when everything is going wrong.	Remain cheerful in a difficult situation
In hot water	Joey was in hot water after he broke Mrs. Smith’s window.	In trouble
On the back burner	I put baseball practice on the back burner while I studied for the test.	Delayed until later
Put your best foot forward	Mom always encourages me to put my best foot forward on first day of school.	Leave a good first impression
Hit the books	We’re having a test tomorrow, so I’m going to hit the books tonight.	Study
Cool as a cucumber	Kelly was cool as cucumber when she told the teacher that her dog ate her homework.	Calm, not nervous
Piece of cake	Learning to dive is a piece of cake.	Very easy
Wade through	Our teacher gave us so much homework it took me four hours to wade through it all!	Work on a difficult or lengthy task
Butterflies in my stomach	I always get butterflies in my stomach before a big game.	A nervous, fluttery feeling in the stomach
Be in the same boat	With us both sick, we are in the same boat	Be in the same bad situation as someone else
Cost an arm and a leg	Ta mar’s new dress cost an arm and a leg!	Be extremely expensive
Hold your horses	“Hold your horses!” said Mom as I reached for a cookie. “They are still too hot to eat.”	Stop or wait
Pulling someone’s leg	When Uncle Bert said he used to be a pirate, he was just pulling my leg.	Teasing someone
Spill the beans	Don’t spill the beans to Dan about his surprise birthday party!	Tell a secret
Get off someone’s back	Dad won’t get off my back until I take out the trash.	Stop nagging or reminding someone about something
Turn over a new leaf	Cissy promised to turn over a new leaf and keep her room clean form now on.	Make a positive change in your behavior
All thumbs	When it comes to sewing, I’m all thumbs.	Clumsy, or not very good at doing something

Muốn học thêm English Idioms (Thành ngữ tiếng Anh), hãy mở từ điển thành ngữ sau:

https://www.eslcafe.com/resources/idioms