Welcome to Idioms Explained

At Idioms Explained, you’ll find easy-to-understand explanations for common English idioms. We use simple language so you don’t need to worry about complex grammar. Each idiom comes with real-life examples to help you see how it’s used in everyday conversations, writing, and even media. Our idioms are organized into useful categories, such as daily use, business, love, emotions, food, and more — making it easy to find what you need. Plus, we go beyond idioms by also covering metaphors and similes, helping you express ideas more creatively and naturally. Some of the most popular idioms right now include break the ice, spill the beans, hit the nail on the head, once in a blue moon, and let the cat out of the bag.