Speak like a native and learn 25 common phrases
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If you're looking for phrases or expressions commonly used by native English speakers, here are some colloquial and idiomatic phrases:
1. "Piece of cake" - Meaning something is very easy.
2. "Bite the bullet" - To face a difficult situation with courage.
3. "Break a leg" - A way to wish someone good luck.
4. "Hit the hay" - To go to bed.
5. "Hang in there" - To persevere during a tough time.
6. "Once in a blue moon" - Refers to something that happens very rarely.
7. "Spill the beans" - To reveal a secret.
8. "Cost an arm and a leg" - When something is very expensive.
9. "Don't cry over spilled milk" - To not dwell on past mistakes.
10. "You're in the doghouse" - When someone is in trouble or in disfavor.
11. "I'm all ears" - To show that you're fully listening and attentive.
12. "The ball is in your court" - It's your turn to make a decision or take action.
13. "A penny for your thoughts" - A way to ask what someone is thinking.
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14. "Take it with a grain of salt" - To be skeptical about something.
15. "Actions speak louder than words" - What you do is more important than what you say.
16. "Don't judge a book by its cover" - Don't judge someone based on appearances.
17. "Spitting image" - Someone who looks very similar to another person.
18. "A watched pot never boils" - Impatience makes things seem slower.
19. "Put all your eggs in one basket" - To risk everything on one plan.
20. "Birds of a feather flock together" - People with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate.
21. "It's a small world" - Surprised at how people are connected in unexpected ways.
22. "Don't beat around the bush" - Get to the point.
23. "The early bird catches the worm" - Success comes to those who act promptly.
24. "Better late than never" - Doing something late is better than not doing it at all.
25. "Kill two birds with one stone" - Achieve two things with a single effort.
These phrases are commonly used in everyday conversations by native English speakers and add color to the language.
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