british phrases and idioms

Here’s a structured worksheet focused on British phrases and idioms, including their meanings and contexts. This format will help students learn and understand common British expressions.

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British Phrases and Idioms Worksheet

Part 1: Definitions

Term	Definition
Phrase	A group of words that convey a specific meaning in a particular context.
Idiom	A phrase or expression whose meaning cannot be understood from the literal meaning of its individual words.

Part 2: Common British Phrases and Idioms

Phrase/Idiom	Meaning	Context/Usage
Bob’s your uncle	Everything is simple or straightforward	Used to indicate that something will be easy to achieve.
Knackered	Extremely tired or exhausted	Commonly used after a long day or strenuous activity.
Full of beans	Energetic and lively	Often used to describe someone who is full of enthusiasm.
The ball’s in your court	It’s your turn to make a decision or take action	Refers to a situation where someone must respond or act.
Costing an arm and a leg	Very expensive	Used to describe something that is too costly.
Keep your chin up	Stay positive in difficult situations	Used to encourage someone to remain optimistic.
It’s not my cup of tea	It’s not to my liking	Used to express a lack of interest or preference.
When pigs fly	Something that will never happen	Used to indicate that something is impossible.
Take the mickey	To make fun of someone	Often used in a light-hearted manner.
In a pickle	In a difficult situation	Refers to being in trouble or facing a challenge.

Part 3: Practice

A. Match the phrases with their meanings:

1. Bob’s your uncle | A. Very expensive
2. Knackered | B. Everything is straightforward
3. The ball’s in your court | C. Extremely tired
4. In a pickle | D. In a difficult situation
5. Costing an arm and a leg | E. It’s your turn to act

B. Create your own examples of British phrases:

1. Phrase/Idiom: ____________________________________________

• Meaning: _________________________________________
• Context/Usage: ___________________________________

1. Phrase/Idiom: ____________________________________________

• Meaning: _________________________________________
• Context/Usage: ___________________________________

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Instructions for Use:

• Definitions: Review the definitions to understand phrases and idioms.
• Common British Phrases and Idioms: Study the examples to become familiar with British expressions.
• Practice: Match phrases to their meanings and create your own examples.

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