English Expression Flashcards
What does “take it easy” mean in English?:
- As an expression (to relax or not stress):
- Take it easy : Means to relax, calm down, or not to stress about a situation.
- Example: “You’ve been working hard all week. Take it easy this weekend.”
(Tu as travaillé dur toute la semaine. Détends-toi ce week-end.)
- Example: “You’ve been working hard all week. Take it easy this weekend.”
- Take it easy : Means to relax, calm down, or not to stress about a situation.
- As an expression (to not hurry) :
- Take it easy: Means to take one’s time or not rush.
- Example: “We have plenty of time, take it easy.”
(On a tout le temps, ne te presse pas.)
- Example: “We have plenty of time, take it easy.”
- Take it easy: Means to take one’s time or not rush.
- As a casual farewell:
- Take it easy: An informal way to say goodbye, wishing someone to have a relaxed or pleasant time.
- Example: “See you later, take it easy!”
(À plus tard, prends soin de toi !)
- Example: “See you later, take it easy!”
- Take it easy: An informal way to say goodbye, wishing someone to have a relaxed or pleasant time.
What does “say less” mean in English?
1.As a slang expression (acknowledgment) :
- Say less : A slang phrase meaning that you understand what someone is saying and that no further explanation is needed. It’s often used to indicate agreement or readiness to take action.
- Example: “Person A: Can you pick me up at 8?
Person B: Say less, I’ll be there.”
(Personne A : Tu peux venir me chercher à 8h ?
Personne B : Dis-en pas plus, je serai là.)
- As a slang expression (agreement):
- Say less: Can also be used to show that you’re on the same page or that you’re enthusiastic about what’s been said.
- Example: “You want to grab some food later? Say less, I’m in.”
(Tu veux qu’on aille manger plus tard ? Dis-en pas plus, je suis partant.)
- Example: “You want to grab some food later? Say less, I’m in.”
- Say less: Can also be used to show that you’re on the same page or that you’re enthusiastic about what’s been said.
Definition : What does this expression mean in informal English?
Expression: “Crash a party”
Definition: To attend a party without being invited, usually in a spontaneous or unannounced way.
Example : “We weren’t invited, but let’s just crash the party and see what happens.”
Expression : “Up in the air”
Definition : What does this expression mean in informal English?
Definition : Something that is uncertain or not yet decided; a situation that hasn’t been resolved.
Example : “Our travel plans are still up in the air because we’re waiting for confirmation from the airline.”
Expression : “Give it a shot”
Definition: To try something or make an attempt at something, even if success isn’t guaranteed.
Example : “I’ve never tried rock climbing before, but I’ll give it a shot.
Expression : “Cut to the chase”
Definition : To get straight to the point, avoiding unnecessary details or small talk.
Example : “We don’t have much time, so let’s cut to the chase and discuss the main issue.
Expression : “Hit the road”
Definition: To leave or depart, especially to begin a journey.
Example: “It’s getting late, we should hit the road before it gets dark.”
Expression: “Throw in the towel”
Definition: To give up or admit defeat, especially after trying hard to succeed.
Example: “After months of struggling to fix the old car, he finally threw in the towel and bought a new one.”
Expression: “Rip-off”.
Definition: Something that is overpriced or not worth the money; a scam or unfair deal.
Example: That concert ticket was such a rip-off—it cost $200, but the performance only lasted an hour
Blow of steam
To release pent-up energy or emotions, often through physical activity or by venting frustrations.
Example: “After a long day at work, he went for a run to blow off some steam.”
Piece of cake
Something that is very easy to do.
Example: “The math test was a piece of cake; I finished it in 10 minutes.”
Break a leg
To wish someone good luck, especially before a performance.
Example: “You have your audition today? Break a leg!”
Bite the bullet
To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and determination.
Example: “I didn’t want to go to the dentist, but I had to bite the bullet and get the tooth fixed.”
No cap
Used to emphasize that someone is telling the truth or being serious, often in contrast to exaggeration or lies.
Example: “That was the best pizza I’ve ever had, no cap.”
Bet
A slang term used to show agreement, acceptance, or approval, similar to saying “okay” or “for sure.”
Example: “You want to meet up at 7? Bet.”
