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B1 – Lower Intermediate<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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An idiom is a word or phrase which means something different from its literal meaning. When used correctly, it can amplify messages in a way that draws readers and listeners in and helps awaken their senses.<\/p>\n

Let us get to find out some of the most used idioms and their crazy origins.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.grammarly.com\/blog\/popular-idioms-with-crazy-origins<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Discussion questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Tell some real-life situations when you have used or experienced these idioms.<\/p>\n

2. Are you good at using idioms when speaking? How do you feel about people who are good at using idioms in a conversation?<\/p>\n

3. Give an example of a Spanish idiom and explain its meaning and origin.<\/p>\n

4. When is it necessary to use idioms? When is it not?<\/p>\n

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