id·i·om /ˈidēəm/
An idiom is an expression that means something other than the literal meanings of its individual words.
Here are six native idioms for you to learn and use. Enjoy friends!
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to be quick on the uptake - agarrar las cosas al vueloExplain it once and I'll understand, I'm quick on the uptake.
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to run someone ragged - agotar a alguien
My old boss used to run me ragged.
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to take it on the chin - aguantar algo con resignación
I've had some bad luck but I'm trying to take it on the chin.
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to put up or shut up - aguantarse o callarse
He keeps complaining about his pay, he should put up or shut up.
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to put a damper on something - aguar la fiesta
The death of her father put a damper on the wedding.
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to make a mountain out of a molehill - ahogarse en un vaso de agua
You're making a mountain out of a molehill. Nobody will notice such a small stain.
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