Could vs Would Could = 1) Past tense of “can” = 2)Used to show possibility Ex: You could be right about that. = 3) Used in making polite requests Ex: Could I use your bathroom? Would = 1) Past tense for “will”. Ex: He would work for many years until he died.) = […]
Knock On Wood = popular superstitious expression used to avoid changing fate and to continue our good luck *Because of superstition we sometimes are afraid to say something positive because we think our fate or luck will change from saying it, so we say “knock on wood” to protect us, […]
Sleepyhead = a sleepy (tired) person *it is an informal nickname given to tired family members or friends Who says this?: everyone Ex: It’s time to wake up, “sleepyhead.” Did you not get much sleep last night? Ex: Hey “sleepyhead,” you should go sleep in your bed, not on the couch.
Hipster = a subculture of young people, who wear non-mainstream clothes, with the goal of looking independent from other popular styles. * They usually wear old ironic clothing, and tight jeans. -My personal opinion is that “hipsters” look stupid because they want to look different from everyone else, but they end up looking just like […]
Time Is Running Out or running out of time = phrase used to show urgency to do something before the deadline that is near. Ex: The man’s “time is running out.” He will die soon. Ex: The bomb will explode soon, we have to stop it before “time runs out.” Ex: Your “time has […]
Air Quotes air quotes indicate that what is being said is ironic or you are mocking it. Basically what you are “air quoting,” you don’t really mean, believe or agree with. Ex: The thief said he “accidentally” took the money. (Air quotes for “accidentally” = you believe it was not an accident) Ex: He sleeps […]
Move On = forgetting about something that is a problem for you and continuing your normal life Ex: I felt depressed when my ex-girlfriend broke up with me, but I know I have to “move on” with my life, and find another girl. Ex: I’m really angry about what he said to me, but […]
Stay Tuned = keep watching/listening/paying attention to something Ex: “Stay tuned” for a preview of next week’s episode. Ex: New information will be available soon, so please “stay tuned.”
Take a Load Off = to relax by sitting, or lying down Ex: You must be tired. Please come sit. “Take a load off.” Ex: It’s too hot outside. Let’s go inside and “take a load off.” I need some rest.
Sucker = a person who is easily fooled by something/someone, or is easily impressed by something/someone sucker = fool, idiot or someone who makes bad choices.* Sometimes young people say “sucka” for short. IMPORTANT NOTE:This is not the same as the candy “sucker.” Ex: My dad always told me to not be a “sucker,” […]