IDIOMS Flashcards
Idiom
Meaning
A blind man is no judge of colours
Someone who lacks knowledge cannot judge something properly.
A fugue among cyphers
A standout individual among insignificant ones.
A blind man’s wife needs no paint
Things are wasted on those who cannot appreciate them.
The grapes are sour
Criticizing something you can’t have.
Charity begins at home
One should prioritize helping their own people before assisting others.
Let us see which way the wind blows
Wait to observe the direction of events before taking action.
A giant will suffer on what surfeits a dwarf
What’s excessive for a small entity can be disastrous for a large one.
Much cry
little wool
To kill two birds with one stone
Solving two problems with one action.
A black sheep spoils the whole flock
One wrongdoer can tarnish a group’s reputation.
It takes two to make a row
Conflicts require participation from both parties.
To make a mountain out of a molehill
Exaggerating small issues.
Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown
Leadership comes with heavy responsibilities.
Who will bell the cat?
Taking on a difficult task requires courage.
A closed mouth catches no flies
Silence can prevent trouble.
It is good sometimes to hold the candle to the devil
Cooperating with bad entities to achieve a greater good.
An uninvited guest is never welcomed
Unwanted interference is rarely appreciated.
Little drops make an ocean
Small efforts collectively lead to big outcomes.
Brave deeds need no show
True heroism doesn’t require publicity.
Make hay while the sun shines
Utilize opportunities while they last.
A pitcher that goes often to the well must break at last
Repeated risk-taking leads to failure eventually.
Every dog has his day
Everyone gets an opportunity eventually.
