English Idioms Quiz | Can You Score 50/50?

[@emanmahmoud9439]

Super useful. I'm looking forward to more of daily idioms

[@thelighthouse13]

@emanmahmoud9439 Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear you found the video useful. I'll definitely be sharing more daily idioms soon, so stay tuned for more challenges.

[@ErickMaciasJuarez]

I got 40 or 41 correct - several of these are new to me but I could infer the meaning of some by picturing them in my head. English is something one never stops learning

[@thelighthouse13]

@ErickMaciasJuarez That's awesome! It's great to hear that you were able to infer the meanings of some idioms. English is indeed a journey, and it’s always exciting to discover new expressions. Thanks for participating!

[@ricksmith2134]

47 right. Never heard of “go pear shaped” and I also thought “sail close to the wind” meant play it safe. I totally disagree that “see stars” means exhausted. It means to be dazed (confused).

[@thelighthouse13]

@ricksmith2134 Wow, 47 out of 50 is impressive! Well done! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the idioms. “Go pear-shaped” is a British idiom that means something has gone wrong or not as planned-it's a bit less common outside the UK. As for “sail close to the wind,” it actually means to take risks, especially when it comes to bending rules or ethics. It's interesting how idioms can vary in interpretation! You're right that “seeing stars” can also mean to be dazed or confused, especially after a blow to the head. I see how that could be interpreted as dazed rather than exhausted, though sometimes the feeling of exhaustion can lead to a similar sensation. Language is fascinating in how it's open to interpretation!

[@gerrydunne9674]

I thought seeing stars ment dazed confused

[@mariannegibbons624]

I thought see stars meant in pain. My score was 44 out of 50.

[@thelighthouse13]

@mariannegibbons624 Great score! You're right 'Seeing stars' can indeed mean experiencing pain or dizziness, often after a bump on the head. Idioms can sometimes have multiple meanings depending on the context, which makes them so interesting. Thanks for participating and sharing your thoughts!

[@thelighthouse13]

@gerrydunne9674 Great observation! You're right 'Seeing stars' can also mean feeling dazed or confused, often after a bump on the head. Idioms can have slightly different interpretations depending on the context. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@SueB6491]

47/50 in the doldrums I think of sad not depressed; Seeing stars I selected ‘Confused’, would never have thought ‘exhausted and Strike a chord, I said ‘Make angry’, still don’t get ‘emotionally’. Interesting and fun quiz though!

[@thelighthouse13]

@SueB6491 Thanks so much for your detailed feedback and for participating in the quiz! I completely understand how some idioms can be tricky, especially with their nuanced meanings. 'In the doldrums' can refer to feeling low or lacking energy, which often overlaps with sadness. ‘Seeing stars’ is an idiom used when someone is physically dazed, often from exhaustion or a blow, while ‘Strike a chord’ means to evoke an emotional response. Glad you found the quiz fun, and great job on your score-47/50 is impressive!

[@deliciawhite4645]

yes, I too highlighted 'sad'

[@KathleenHarray]

I had the same difficulty as you Sue.

[@sjk1217]

I missed those 3 also and agree about the answers. I also missed the one about going pearshape... never heard of that.

[@jaengen]

Yep those three I don't think any of the choices were spot on, meaning wise.

[@Marie70272]

84 years never heard of ,go pear shaped “ to see stars mean dazed”..sail close to the wind “; play it safe .47/50.😉

[@thelighthouse13]

@Marie70272 Thank you for your thoughtful comment and for participating in the challenge! I'm glad you found some new idioms to explore. Your score is impressive-great job! Keep up the great work!

[@Janpre2001]

69 here and I never heard of them either.

[@DeanKruger-b7z]

Same issue..

[@mhijodediosmrm7989]

I used to be an ESL teacher when I lived overseas for 8 years. Some of my students would frequently ask about the meaning of some of these phrases. To my surprise, I correctly answered 47/50. I will ask my wife to do this quiz later. (My wife is from Korea.)

[@thelighthouse13]

@mhijodediosmrm7989 That's wonderful to hear! Thank you for sharing your experience as an ESL teacher-your score of 47/50 is impressive! It's great that these idioms resonate with your past students' questions. I hope your wife will enjoy the quiz as well! Wishing you both fun and learning together. Thank you again for being part of the challenge!

[@debrasnow4261]

Dang it! I got 4 questions wrong, but I will keep trying

[@thelighthouse13]

@@debrasnow4261 You're doing great! Missing just four questions is impressive. I appreciate your determination, and I'm sure you'll nail it next time. Thanks for watching and giving it your best!

[@wendymandel752]

I'm 80 years old, I've known these all my life 50/50

[@thelighthouse13]

@wendymandel752 Thank you for sharing that! It's wonderful to hear that these idioms have been a part of your life for so long. Your experience and knowledge truly enrich our community!

[@donaldmickunas8552]

50/50 I'm 69 years old. Some of these idioms are old old old. Interesting interpretations as well.

[@thelighthouse13]

@donaldmickunas8552 Wow, 50/50! That's amazing! It's fantastic to hear that even some of the older idioms still resonate. Language truly evolves, but some expressions never seem to fade away. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for taking on the challenge!

[@ecwadorlife667]

*idioms 😊

[@griffintroster5229]

46: is to touch upon the emotions of someone. NOT do something "emotionally".

[@thelighthouse13]

@griffintroster5229 Thank you for your comment! You're absolutely right that 'strike a chord' means to touch upon someone's emotions, which is what I intended to convey with the word 'emotionally.' While the phrase itself doesn't mean 'to do something emotionally,' it refers to triggering an emotional response in someone. I appreciate your input and will definitely keep this in mind for more clarity in the future. Thanks again for engaging with the quiz!

[@susanengland3919]

100%, having so many birthdays has finally come in handy.

[@thelighthouse13]

@susanengland3919 Well done! Looks like all that experience is paying off! Keep those idioms sharp-you’re a pro! Thanks for playing along.

[@Barbarra63297]

50 out of 50, I love Idioms.

[@thelighthouse13]

@Barbarra63297 Wow, 50 out of 50! That's incredible! It's clear you have a real love for idioms. Keep up the great work, and thanks for watching!

[@griffintroster5229]

29: Resident is not necessarily the same. "Born and bred" means you were born and grew up in the place referred to.

[@thelighthouse13]

@griffintroster5229 Thank you for your input! You're absolutely right that 'born and bred' means someone was born and grew up in a particular place. In the context of the quiz, I was using 'resident' in a broader sense to imply someone with strong ties to a place, but I appreciate your detailed clarification. It's always great to have engaged viewers who help refine these nuances!

[@missjoshemmett]

I agree and it is one that I missed. Although, at 78, I am a Clawson resident, I was born and raised, for 28 years, in Detroit. I was also a resident of Westland, Canton, Royal Oak and London (England). Rather a big difference. And I am proud of my birth city. Also, Clawson is a nice little city in MetroDetroit.

[@deliciawhite4645]

I agree with you re "born and bred'. You can be resident in a country, but not necessarily be 'born and bred' there.

[@wendysinclair-smith984]

For the meaning of "Strike a chord" I would have listed 'understand' or 'resonate' or 'comprehend' or 'identify with'.

[@thelighthouse13]

@wendysinclair-smith984 Thanks for your comment! You're absolutely right-'Strike a chord' can indeed mean to 'resonate,' 'understand,' or 'identify with,' depending on the context. Idioms often have nuanced meanings, so it's great to see viewers like you diving deep into the interpretation. I appreciate your insight, and thanks for participating in the challenge!

[@Yellow5-u8i]

I would’ve included the option “playing an instrument” as a lot of the questions in this video fool people that take the sayings too literally like the option “Staying Dry” for “Get your feet wet” for example, so if someone were to guess “playing an instrument” they might be thinking literally playing a music note like A Minor on a guitar or something

[@annebarber3574]

@@wendysinclair-smith984 … or 'sounds familiar'

[@DeanKruger-b7z]

Yes..agreed ...I'm taking 50 because some had two possible answers

[@EvaC3875]

English is my 2nd language Tagalog is my first language 45/50 I'll do better next time. I enjoyed it. Thank you.

[@thelighthouse13]

@EvaC3875 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! Scoring 45/50 is truly impressive, especially considering English is your second language. I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the quiz, and I'm confident you'll continue to excel. Your dedication to learning is truly commendable!

[@hisakokiire2972]

41/50 I'm a native speaker of Japanese. I've been learning English for nearly half a century since I was 13 ( you can guess my age...). There's no end to language learning. I've learned some new idioms from this quiz. Thank you for that!

[@thelighthouse13]

@hisakokiire2972 Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. It's truly inspiring to hear about your dedication to learning English over the years. Language learning is indeed a lifelong journey, and I'm glad this quiz could offer you some new idioms to add to your knowledge. Your progress and commitment are commendable, and I'm grateful to have contributed to your learning experience. Keep up the excellent work!

[@jocellemendoza1921]

41/50 At 87 I feel sorry for myself that Im still over half a century learning English!!!!😒😕😟

[@mitali08ful]

I love this video

[@thelighthouse13]

@@mitali08ful Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Your support and participation mean a lot, and I'm thrilled you took part in the challenge. Looking forward to seeing you in more quizzes!

[@juttabuttner4903]

I like it🌹 ,Im learning more and more in English language. Thank you

[@thelighthouse13]

@juttabuttner4903 Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that the video is helping you learn more. Keep up the great work in your English journey, and I hope you continue to find these lessons helpful!

[@LaFloridaHemingway]

Header answer: Third wheel = unwanted. I would actually describe it as an extra person as in "two is a couple and three is a crowd."

[@thelighthouse13]

@LaFloridaHemingway Great point! You're absolutely right-being a 'third wheel' is often about being the extra person in a situation where two people are already paired off, like in the 'three's a crowd' scenario. The feeling of being 'unwanted' can come with that extra-person dynamic, but it's definitely more about not fitting in or being the odd one out. Thanks for the thoughtful comment!

[@wendysinclair-smith984]

The correct question would be "What does it mean to be a fifth wheel?"

[@devarajs6547]

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[@loraraki7684]

39/50 Wonderful idioms . Thank you very much.

[@thelighthouse13]

@loraraki7684 Great job scoring 39/50! I'm glad you enjoyed the idioms. Keep up the good work, and thank you for participating!

[@btlan6121]

I m proud of myself! love this kind of quizzes, to learn and to check my brain!

[@thelighthouse13]

@btlan6121 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! We're thrilled to have you here and glad you enjoyed the quiz. It's great to see you're not only learning but also challenging yourself-exactly what we aim for! Welcome to the channel, and we hope you continue to enjoy the content and test your knowledge with us.

[@denisenunya2619]

46/50, that was cool!

[@thelighthouse13]

@denisenunya2619 Great effort! 46/50 is an impressive score-well done, and thanks for participating!

[@senorkapowssite]

41 out of 50 for me. Spanish is my first language, English my second, so I am very happy with my score. Muchas Gracias.. much fun it was.

[@thelighthouse13]

@senorkapowssite That's an excellent score, especially considering English is your second language! I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz, and thank you for participating. Keep up the great work, and best of luck with your continued learning!

[@mechtild55]

Excellent. I'm trying to learn Spanish. I could never do Spanish idioms.

[@senorkapowssite]

@@mechtild55 Spanish is much easier because the letters are always pronounced the same. But in English, it depends on what other letters are next to them as to how they sound... and if you pronounce them a little different, they mean something else, like Mandarin... I always have problems pronouncing Ship/Sheep/Chip, etc. Thank you for your comment.. 🙂

[@griffintroster5229]

Overall this was very interesting. As a native English speaker I only really new about 30 of these for sure. I had a fairly good idea of and/or was able to deduce many others. I confused "Pig headed" with "Big headed"! I cannot give an honest score because I looked some of them up before seeing the answers. There were about 8 I had either never heard of or simply did not know. The sailing one was the most bizarre. I learnt a lot. Thanks for uploading.

[@thelighthouse13]

@griffintroster5229 Thank you so much for your detailed and insightful comment! I'm glad you found the quiz interesting and that it offered some new learning moments, even as a native speaker! It's always fascinating how idioms can sometimes surprise us or blend together like "pig-headed" and "big-headed." The sailing idiom is indeed one of the more unique ones! It's great to hear that you were able to deduce many of the others and that you found it valuable to look up some along the way-after all, it's all about expanding our knowledge. I appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoy future quizzes too!

[@1cruzbat1]

@@thelighthouse13 I only knew the sailing one because my husband and I used to race Hobie Cats. (A type of sailboat). Also some of my in-laws were US Coast Guard.

[@hapa1716]

I got 50/50. I have two things that require getting addressed: 1) fifth wheel is unwanted, not third wheel. 2) It’s “when it rains, it pours”

[@thelighthouse13]

@hapa1716 Thank you so much for watching the video and for scoring 50/50-impressive! Regarding your feedback: You’re absolutely right! Typically, the phrase “fifth wheel” is used to describe something unnecessary or unwanted, whereas “third wheel” often refers to someone who feels awkward or out of place in a situation (like being the extra person in a couple’s outing). Great catch! “When it rains, it pours” is indeed the more common phrasing, meaning that once something starts happening, a lot more of it tends to follow. Thanks for pointing that out too!

[@MrMousley]

It's interesting how different people interpret the same saying in different ways. I (for example) have always thought that the difference between ''third wheel'' and ''fifth wheel'' is .. A ''third wheel'' refers to something that is unwanted ( it's in the way and you don't need it) whereas a ''fifth wheel'' is something that is in the way now, but you accept it just in case you need it later (like the spare wheel in the boot of your car)

[@thelighthouse13]

@@MrMousley I totally agree with you. You are spot on!

[@Jeff-u8f2p]

Thanks its very impormative

[@thelighthouse13]

@@Jeff-u8f2p Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you found it informative. Stay tuned for more quizzes!

[@Katusa22k]

It is great, thank you. I think I knew about one third of them and I could figure out another third, which makes about a half of correct answers in total :)

[@thelighthouse13]

@Katusa22k Thank you for your thoughtful comment! It's wonderful to hear that you could figure out many of the idioms, even if some were new. You're definitely making great progress, and with practice, you'll master even more! Keep up the good work!

[@terrywright7470]

When did 2/3ds become "About half? Two thirds equals 66.66recurring.

[@tovemagnussen4423]

48 of 50 correct. English is not my native language, but I read a lot.

[@thelighthouse13]

@tovemagnussen4423 Thank you so much for participating and for sharing your score! Scoring 48/50 is truly impressive, especially as English isn't your first language. Your dedication to reading and learning shines through, and I'm glad the quiz resonated with you. Keep up the great work!

[@louisacromhout894]

Did well in this quiz. Thanks

[@thelighthouse13]

@louisacromhout894 Great job! So glad you enjoyed the quiz. Keep up the amazing work, and thanks for participating!

[@fowens3]

45/50 fun!

[@thelighthouse13]

Thank you for participating! I'm glad you had fun and did so well with your score. Keep up the great work!

[@gintalaivina5690]

42/50 but English is not my first language. Learned some new idioms.

[@thelighthouse13]

@gintalaivina5690 42/50 is an amazing score, especially considering English isn't your first language! It's fantastic that you learned some new idioms along the way. Keep up the great work, and thank you for watching!

[@anitakelkar883]

So useful.🎉thanks..

[@thelighthouse13]

@anitakelkar883 Glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching, and I hope you enjoyed the challenge! 😊

[@sheridanwalther6033]

46/50 enjoyable

[@thelighthouse13]

@sheridanwalther6033 Thank you so much for taking the time to participate! Scoring 46/50 is an excellent result, and I'm glad you found the quiz enjoyable. Keep up the great work!

[@christams8863]

47/50. Thanks for the lessons!😊

[@thelighthouse13]

@christams8863 47/50 is fantastic! So close to perfection-well done! I'm glad the lessons have been helpful. Keep up the great work, and thanks for being a part of this journey! 😊

[@positiveboost101]

I am 68 years old from the Philippines and English is a second language, I've got 41/50 😅

[@thelighthouse13]

@positiveboost101 Thank you so much for watching and sharing your score! Achieving 41/50 is an impressive achievement, especially with English as a second language. Your dedication and effort truly stand out-it's inspiring!

[@ProfitMaker99]

Thank you so much, very useful. I got 27 out of 50 and I’m a non native English speaker. Very fun and feel like improving my English more.

[@thelighthouse13]

@ProfitMaker99 Thank you for your kind words and welcome to the channel! I'm so glad to hear you found the quiz useful and enjoyable. Scoring 27/50 is a great start! Keep up the good work-I'm confident you'll continue to improve as you challenge yourself further. Looking forward to seeing you in future quizzes!"

[@terrywright7470]

I got all correct, but I would argue about "Cup of Joe" being an English expression. I am almost 90 years of age and the only times I heard that expression was when I lived in the USA for five years.

[@thelighthouse13]

@terrywright7470 Thank you for sharing your perspective! You’re absolutely right that “Cup of Joe” is most commonly associated with American English and reflects a cultural nuance rather than a universally recognized English idiom. It’s fascinating how certain expressions are tied to specific regions or experiences, like your time in the USA. Your insight adds depth to the discussion, and I truly value your contribution to this topic!

[@raecrowe9514]

One more - seeing stars means confused, as in there are so many of them, you don't know which one to focus on. Like in cartoons when a character gets clobbered, you see a ring of stars circling their head beause they've been "knocked for a loop."

[@thelighthouse13]

That’s a great observation! Seeing stars in cartoons often symbolizes disorientation or being knocked out of sorts. However, in idiomatic English, “seeing stars” usually refers to the sensation of dizziness or lightheadedness, often after a physical impact or sudden shock. It’s a bit different from being confused by too many options, but your interpretation is a creative take on the idea! Thanks for sharing your insight!

[@joysynmonds9082]

I took it to mean like, hit on the head !

[@wendysinclair-smith984]

I got 46 by your score, 49 by mine. Lol. I never heard the pear-shaped one before. I say shake a leg when I'm going dancing. Strike a chord had no correct choice. You might have worded it "To have an emotional connection"

[@thelighthouse13]

@wendysinclair-smith984 Thanks so much for your detailed feedback! Wow, 49 by your score-impressive! The 'pear-shaped' idiom can be a tricky one, it’s not as commonly heard, so no worries there. I love that you use 'shake a leg' for dancing! I really appreciate your suggestion about ‘strike a chord’-I’ll definitely keep that in mind for future quizzes. It’s great to hear your perspective. Keep up the fantastic work, and I hope you continue to enjoy the challenges!

[@johnshaw6702]

​@@wendysinclair-smith984That makes twice I've read that someone didn't get pear-shaped. Which surprised me, since I've known the meaning for decades. It's like saying everything went south, which essentially means it didn't go as planned or failed.

[@EvaC3875]

Great video. 45/50

[@thelighthouse13]

@EvaC3875 Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking on the challenge! Scoring 45/50 is an impressive achievement-well done! I'm really glad you enjoyed the video, and I truly appreciate your support. Keep up the great work, and I hope you continue to find the content helpful!

[@vanessagril6054]

Cool!

[@thelighthouse13]

@vanessagril6054 Thank you for your comment! I’m glad you enjoyed the quiz. Welcome to the channel-there’s plenty more to explore and challenge yourself with. Hope to see you in future quizzes!

[@vijayalakshmirao6702]

Amazing. Thank you🎉

[@thelighthouse13]

@vijayalakshmirao6702 Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz. Keep up the great work.

[@marychristian9978]

I agree...some were not accurate😮

[@thelighthouse13]

@marychristian9978 Thanks for your feedback! I'm always looking to improve, so if you notice any specific idioms that seem off, please feel free to share them. It helps me ensure the content stays accurate and useful for everyone 😊

[@shervinmarius8542]

​@thelighthouse13 it's 'When it rains it pours'; and it means when something bad happens other bad things usually happen at the same time.

[@thelighthouse13]

@shervinmarius8542 Thanks so much for watching and sharing your insight! Both expressions, 'When it rains, it pours' and 'It never rains but it pours,' carry similar meanings-they both suggest that when something significant happens, similar events often follow, especially in a challenging or overwhelming way. While 'When it rains, it pours' is more common in American English, 'It never rains but it pours' is often heard in British English. Appreciate you catching that and engaging with the idioms!

[@Cotton11]

Great video ! Thanks ! ❤

[@thelighthouse13]

@Cotton11 Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I hope you had fun with the idioms challenge, too!

[@Deborah-u5k]

I got 46. Thank you for posting as I enjoy testing myself!

[@thelighthouse13]

@Deborah-u5k 46/50 is an impressive score! Well done! I'm so glad you enjoyed testing yourself-keep up the great work! Thanks for being part of the challenge! 😊

[@ninamifsud6748]

38/50. Some idioms never heard of before

[@thelighthouse13]

@ninamifsud6748 Thank you so much for taking on the challenge and for your honest feedback! Scoring 38/50 is impressive, especially with some unfamiliar idioms. It's great that you're encountering new ones-broadening your knowledge is always a win. Keep up the excellent work!

[@1cruzbat1]

47/50. Never heard of 'pear shaped'. 'Seeing stars' doesn't mean exhausted to me. And 'strike a chord' I didn't think any of the options fit.

[@thelighthouse13]

@1cruzbat1 Thanks for your detailed feedback and for taking on the challenge! It's great to hear your thoughts on the idioms. Language can sometimes offer different interpretations, and I appreciate you sharing your perspective. Well done on the 47/50, that's an impressive score!

[@ingestoll6455]

It is very interesting and useful 😊l

[@thelighthouse13]

@ingestoll6455 Thank you so much! 😊 I'm glad you found it interesting and useful. Keep up the great work, and I hope you continue to enjoy the challenges!

[@patricejenkins-king5540]

44/50... Some answers were questionable☝🏽☝🏽☝🏽☝🏽

[@thelighthouse13]

@patricejenkins-king5540 44/50 is a great score! I appreciate your feedback. If you found some of the answers questionable, please share your thoughts-I'd love to discuss and clarify! Thanks for taking on the challenge!

[@annebarber3574]

Some of the descriptions too

[@stephanielane1821]

Especially seeing star's usually refers to being knocked out, or a hit on the head, and to strike a chord usually means to agree with it or approve of something.

[@chaos0852]

@@stephanielane1821agreed

[@Dybbouk]

Highly questionable

[@joaofonseca9046]

Thank you for the quiz. I got 43 correct ones.

[@thelighthouse13]

@joaofonseca9046 You're very welcome! 43 is an excellent score, well done! Glad you enjoyed the quiz. Keep up the great work, and stay tuned for more challenges!

[@SvenMassart]

For a non Englisch person I got45/50

[@thelighthouse13]

@user-re8cp1zs9d Wow, that's an incredible score, especially for a non-native English speaker! You're clearly very knowledgeable about English idioms. Keep up the great work and thank you for taking on the challenge!

[@terrywright7470]

Brilliant! Well done.

[@arlene1525]

44/50 some I had never heard of

[@thelighthouse13]

@arlene1525 Thank you so much for taking the challenge and sharing your score! I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz. It's always exciting to come across new idioms, and it's great that you learned a few new ones. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@ankiolebring8388]

Must be fairly easy; 46 here from a Swede!

[@thelighthouse13]

@ankiolebring8388 Impressive score! Thanks for taking part in the challenge-your strong result shows how well idioms can transcend languages and cultures. Great effort!

[@MartinaDanielaSchreck]

Super interesting but not easy...... GREETINGS FROM GERMANY

[@thelighthouse13]

@MartinaDanielaSchreck Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad you found the challenge interesting, and I appreciate your participation all the way from Germany. Keep up the great work with your English!

[@Ann12681]

Close to the wind means playing it safe,seeing stars means dazed. It was often used after a boxer was punched a lot he would get dazed hence see stars. Again agree with Rick Smith . I never heard the phrase go pear shaped. The rest were fairly simple.

[@thelighthouse13]

@Ann12681 Thank you for sharing your detailed thoughts and insights! I really appreciate your explanation of "seeing stars" and its connection to boxing-it's always great to explore how idioms develop from real-life contexts. As for "close to the wind," it's interesting to note that it's often interpreted as taking risks while staying within the limits, but I understand how the meaning can vary in usage. "Go pear-shaped" may be less familiar in some regions, but it's quite commonly used in British English to describe situations that go wrong. Your input adds depth to the discussion-thanks again for engaging with the content so thoughtfully!

[@emanmahmoud9439]

Brush up on also means improve

[@thelighthouse13]

@emanmahmoud9439 Great observation! You're absolutely right-'brush up on' can indeed mean to improve or refresh one's knowledge or skills in a particular area. Thanks for adding that to the discussion!

[@emanmahmoud9439]

@@thelighthouse13 I watch English videos like yours to brush up on my English

[@cdecausmeaker]

48 of 50. Sometimes age is a good thing!

[@thelighthouse13]

@cdecausmeaker 48/50 is fantastic! Age definitely brings wisdom, and it's showing! Keep up the great work!

[@perryleary1705]

47 out of 50. Being an American I guess the ones I got wrong were mainly British idioms but great quiz!! 👍

[@thelighthouse13]

@perryleary1705 47/50 is an excellent score! You're right, some of the idioms may lean more towards British English. It's great to see how well you did despite that! Thanks for taking the quiz and for the feedback.

[@julianneheindorf5757]

I got all of them except the one about seeing stars. I disagree with the meaning that has been provided. Seeing stars can also be used to describe when someone gets seriously knocked on the head and partially loses consciousness.

[@thelighthouse13]

@julianneheindorf5757 Thanks so much for your feedback! You're absolutely right 'Seeing stars' is indeed commonly used to describe a sensation after getting hit on the head and feeling dizzy or partially losing consciousness. Idioms can have multiple interpretations depending on the context, and it's always great to see different perspectives. I appreciate you sharing this!

[@wendymandel752]

Yeah I dont3reckon that one's right either. You 'see stars' when you get a blow to the head!

[@BettyRobinson-gg5tz]

I only missed 5. It was really fun to play!!!

[@thelighthouse13]

@BettyRobinson-gg5tz Thank you for participating and for your feedback! Missing only 5 is a great score, and I'm glad you had fun with the challenge. Keep up the good work!

[@PuzzlePedia2.0]

Interesting 😊

[@thelighthouse13]

@PuzzlePedia2.0 Thank you for watching and for your kind words! I’m so glad you found it interesting. Your participation means a lot!

[@txi5045]

45/50 was really neat game

[@thelighthouse13]

@txi5045 Thank you so much for participating! I'm glad you enjoyed the challenge. You did a great job scoring 45/50. Your feedback means a lot to me, and I hope you continue to find the quizzes engaging!

[@kimdungnguyen3270]

❤❤❤❤👍👍😀 very good!

[@thelighthouse13]

@kimdungnguyen3270 Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz! Keep up the great work with those idioms!

[@thumtlnguyen3626]

0:36 I learned the idiom "sitting duck" watching Band of Brothers series. I didn't know this idiom just guessing the meaning. When the lieutenant ordered his platoon to stop the attack while facing German powerful fire, his sergeant shouted at him " We gotta keep moving. We're sitting ducks here".

[@thelighthouse13]

@thumtlnguyen3626 That's a great example of learning idioms through real-life contexts! 'Sitting duck' is such a vivid phrase, and it's amazing how media like Band of Brothers can bring language to life. Thanks for sharing your experience and adding depth to the discussion!

[@mikeimus1527]

Me gusta las pruebas!

[@thelighthouse13]

@mikeimus1527 Glad to hear you enjoyed the quiz! Hope you scored well-keep up the great work!

[@nycbents9960]

English is my 2nd language and I had to guess the most of answers, 29/50.

[@thelighthouse13]

@nycbents9960 Thank you so much for taking on the challenge! Scoring 29/50 is impressive, especially when English is your second language. Your effort and determination are truly commendable, and guessing correctly shows a strong intuition for the language. Keep up the great work, and I'm sure you'll see even more progress as you continue. Keep learning and challenging yourself!

[@nycbents9960]

@@thelighthouse13 Thank you!

[@thelighthouse13]

@@nycbents9960 You are most welcome. It's my pleasure.

[@bobair2]

46/50 a fun quiz.

[@thelighthouse13]

@bobair2 Thank you so much for taking the quiz and sharing your score! I'm glad you enjoyed it, and 46/50 is an excellent result. Keep up the great work!

[@karenharris3183]

sail close to wind to me means play it safe

[@thelighthouse13]

@karenharris3183 Thank you for sharing your interpretation! Actually, "sail close to the wind" typically means to take risks or act just within the limits of what's acceptable. It's interesting how idioms can be perceived differently. Appreciate you watching the video!

[@raecrowe9514]

Risky, because you can't control the wind. You just go wherever it takes you.

[@karenharris3183]

@@raecrowe9514 like a dandelion seed

[@karenharris3183]

@@raecrowe9514 that flying against the winds. The winds take you as it for sailing you do nothing with out winds.

[@karenharris3183]

I mean sailing against the winds.

[@ehsandavari880]

35/50 I was just guessing and was already familiar with three of them

[@thelighthouse13]

@ehsandavari880 35/50 is a great score! Even more impressive considering you were guessing some of them. Glad to hear you were already familiar with a few too! Keep at it, and you'll hit that 50/50 in no time. Thanks for taking on the challenge!

[@tecdesigns_arq]

24 right from 50 idioms!! i'm so proud by myself because many of them i never heard before!!!

[@thelighthouse13]

@@tecdesigns_arq That's an excellent score, especially since many of the idioms were new to you! It's great to see you're challenging yourself and learning along the way. Keep up the fantastic work, and I'm sure you'll keep improving! Thank you for participating.

[@earlewhitcher970]

45/50 Never ever heard the one about "pears"

[@thelighthouse13]

@earlewhitcher970 That's an impressive score-well done! The idiom about 'pears' is a bit more uncommon, so it's no surprise it might be new to you. Thanks for taking the challenge and engaging with the video!

[@CarlSteyn]

49/50. Question 41. Being exhausted (D)does not feel right. (B) confused sounds more plausible. You do not see stars when you are tired, but may do so if you faint from exhaustion. Seeing stars may confuse by patternless shape.

[@thelighthouse13]

@CarlSteyn Thanks so much for your feedback! You're right that 'seeing stars' can be more commonly associated with confusion or disorientation, often from fainting or a blow to the head. However, idioms can sometimes have overlapping meanings depending on context. In some cases, 'seeing stars' is used to describe the sensation of exhaustion, though it's less common. I really appreciate your insight, and it's always great to have a deeper discussion on the nuances of idioms!

[@mrjazzer9904]

39/50 (a handful I never knew) , after I lived for 11 years in UK that would make for an error a year😅

[@thelighthouse13]

@mrjazzer9904 Thank you for sharing your experience and your score! It's always fascinating how language continues to surprise us. I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz and I hope it helped expand your knowledge of idioms even further! Thanks for taking part in the challenge!

[@mrjazzer9904]

@@thelighthouse13 for your knowledge, seeing the stars in Italian is when you're suffering excruciating pain. Funny to know that in English stands for being exhausted.. Surely not funny as the TV series mind your language, but certainly handy!

[@violatorsbeware4238]

Seeing stars like in a concussion is more likely confused than exhausted. 46:50. Sail close to the wind is lay it safe?

[@thelighthouse13]

@violatorsbeware4238 Thanks for your comment! You're right- 'seeing stars' typically refers to being dazed or confused, like after a bump to the head, rather than exhausted. As for 'sail close to the wind,' it actually means taking risks or pushing boundaries, rather than playing it safe. Great observations, and thanks for pointing them out! Your score of 46/50 is impressive, well done!

[@luzberrios8314]

45/50 didn't realize I remembered that much.

[@thelighthouse13]

@luzberrios8314 Great job! Scoring 45/50 is impressive, especially on a challenge for idioms. It's amazing how much we remember without even realizing it. Keep up the excellent work!

[@The.Oracle.]

My mom used every one of these when I was growing up.

[@thelighthouse13]

@The.Oracle. That's amazing! It's great to hear that these idioms were a regular part of your upbringing. It’s always fascinating how language connects generations.

[@NorthernLights2375]

47 out of 50. I have not heard the “Cup of Joe” one which refers to a cup of coffee Don’t know if that is an American one but I certainly have not heard it being used before. I also learnt “Seeing Stars” to mean being confused. Also “being in the Doldrums” We learnt as being down, sad.

[@thelighthouse13]

@@NorthernLights2375 Thanks for sharing your experience! "Cup of joe" is indeed more common in American English, while some idioms like "seeing stars" can have multiple meanings depending on the situation, including being dazed or confused after a hit to the head. You're absolutely right about "being in the doldrums," which often refers to feeling down or unmotivated. Idioms can be fascinating, and some do have other meanings as well, depending on the context! Keep exploring!

[@xpertran]

Doldrums is actually a technical word in Meteorology when the wind suddenly goes still and does not help to push the sailboat in the presteam engine times. Thanks to explorers like Captain Cook, Ferdinand M----agellen, Marco Polo and others this subject gained importance slowly. But the word "SAILING" sill remained, after the importance of wind pushed ocean travel declined im importance. This word was adopted in speech during the last 200 years and original meaning when SAILING did not depend on wind force rather than on other steam suchlike energy sources

[@NorthernLights2375]

@@xpertran I had heard that explanation, a long time ago, when still attending school in the early 1960’s. I remember being told that very same explanation regarding the frustration of many sailors waiting listlessly for a fair wind to come up & get those ships sailing again. Thanks for the memory.

[@saadiasaad9120]

43/50 Great quiz

[@thelighthouse13]

@saadiasaad9120 Thank you for your great feedback! I'm glad you enjoyed the quiz and did so well. Keep up the good work, and I hope you find more challenges on the channel!

[@rarasu8109]

Beautiful

[@thelighthouse13]

@rarasu8109 Thank you for your kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Your support means a lot, and I hope you found the challenge fun and engaging!

[@rhondaisler1882]

38 out of 50 corect 😊

[@thelighthouse13]

@rhondaisler1882 38 out of 50 is a great score! Glad you enjoyed the challenge-keep up the good work! There's always room to learn more idioms. Thanks for taking part!

[@missylora9248]

❤this channel ..

[@thelighthouse13]

@missylora9248 Thank you so much for the love and support! I'm glad you're enjoying the content. Keep learning and challenging yourself!

[@atps22]

A tip for you: maybe you should have shown the sentence with the idiom first, and then the options so that the student would have a chance to get meaning from context, instead of only guessing.

[@thelighthouse13]

@atps22 Thank you for the thoughtful suggestion! I appreciate your insight about showing the idiom in a sentence first to provide context. It’s a great idea, and I’ll definitely consider incorporating this approach in future quizzes to enhance the learning experience. Feedback like yours helps me improve the content and make it more effective for everyone.

[@atps22]

@@thelighthouse13 I appreciate it thanks for your attention

[@DoreenPagnotto]

Being an elementary teacher, I thought the same thing. The children are taught to use context clues to find the meaning. Figurative language is really difficult, especially if English is a second language. Some of the choices I didn't agree...49/50😅

[@AkarslanAkademi]

Wonderful videos. Thanks! Some answers are too predictable (e.g. three positive one negative option makes it too obvious). It's OK, though, because it helps learners improve. 45/50

[@thelighthouse13]

@AkarslanAkademi Thank you so much for your feedback and kind words! I'm glad you found the video helpful, and I appreciate your point about the predictable options-I'll definitely keep that in mind for future quizzes to keep things more balanced. Congrats on your 45/50 score, that's fantastic! Keep up the great work, and I hope you continue to find the videos useful!

[@brookegoslin]

Easy Peezy 50/50

[@thelighthouse13]

@brookegoslin Well done! You’ve clearly mastered your idioms! But don't let the ease fool you - I’ll have to step up the challenge next time Thanks for taking part!

[@ujimajame4601]

Surprisingly, I got 44 right (I thought I would do better!). One, I totally didn't know ("Go pear shaped") and the others i had the same answers as Rick Smith. Like others, I didn't know where to go with "seeing stars" so I chose being confused, in a daze, whereas, the answer given was "exhausted"! Overall, I enjoyed the quiz but one things is for sure, when a language is living, the meanings of certain phrases can slightly change depending on the area you are in, so I would say I did well!

[@thelighthouse13]

@ujimajame4601 Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! Scoring 44/50 is fantastic! You’ve made a great point about regional variations and how language evolves. Idioms like ‘go pear-shaped’ and ‘seeing stars’ can sometimes have slightly different interpretations depending on the context or location, and that’s part of what makes language so interesting! I’m glad you enjoyed the quiz, and your insights are spot on-keeping up with how language changes is all part of the learning journey. Keep up the great work, and thanks again for participating!

[@donnaconley2417]

I scored 46 out of 50!😊

[@thelighthouse13]

@donnaconley2417 Wow, 46/50 is an excellent score! 😊 You really know your idioms! Thanks for taking the challenge, and keep up the great work!

[@Saltysweet69]

46 of 50! Question: Brush up on? A: Revise. Always used that idiom meant; go over it again/to make sure/re-read Plus, Fly on the wall? Couldn't C (Be Present) also be correct?

[@thelighthouse13]

@Saltysweet69 Thanks for participating and sharing your score! Great effort with 46/50! Regarding "brush up on," you're absolutely right-it often means to revise or go over something again, like refreshing your knowledge. For "fly on the wall," while "be present" captures part of its essence, the idiom more specifically refers to observing without being noticed. Subtle difference, but a great point to raise!

[@drejoicepr]

First time in your channel and really like. English is not my main language and I wonder if you can leave a little bit the slide with the answer so we can have time to read the phrase in the sentence Thanks!,,

[@thelighthouse13]

@drejoicepr Thank you so much for your kind words and for joining the channel! I truly appreciate your feedback, and I understand the need for more time to read and understand the phrases, especially when English isn't the main language. I've made adjustments in the upcoming videos to give a bit more time for each answer. I hope this helps, and I look forward to seeing you in future quizzes!

[@barbarajohnson8909]

Very challenging ❤😅

[@thelighthouse13]

@barbarajohnson8909 Thank you! I'm glad you found it challenging. It's a great way to push your English skills even further! Keep up the great work!

[@barbarajohnson8909]

@@thelighthouse13 you are welcome

[@auradeocampo2874]

Very informative though the given sample sentences shown so quick. Give sometime to read it.

[@thelighthouse13]

@auradeocampo2874 Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and a warm welcome to the channel! I'm glad you found the quiz informative. I appreciate your suggestion regarding the sample sentences, and I’ve already adjusted the timing for future quizzes to allow more time for reading. Your input helps improve the content, and I hope you'll enjoy the upcoming quizzes!

[@arowennordhoff1728]

I got 42 correct answers only💃

[@thelighthouse13]

@arowennordhoff1728 42 is a great effort! I truly appreciate you taking the time to participate. Thanks for watching and giving it your best!

[@arowennordhoff1728]

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[@dhanjivelani1268]

44 very stimulating

[@thelighthouse13]

@dhanjivelani1268 Great score! I'm glad you found it stimulating! Keep up the great work, and I hope you'll come back for more challenges!

[@harrydonahue1657]

48 right. Never heard of" go pear shaped."

[@thelighthouse13]

@harrydonahue1657 48/50 is an amazing score! 'Go pear-shaped' is a British idiom that means something has gone wrong or not as planned. It's great that you're expanding your idiom knowledge-thanks for taking the challenge and sharing your thoughts!

[@griffintroster5229]

Fizzle out doesn´t just mean to end.. it means to end in a gradual and disappointing manner.

[@thelighthouse13]

@griffintroster5229 Thank you for your comment! You’re absolutely right that 'fizzle out' often implies ending gradually and in a disappointing manner. In the context of idioms, though, it can also generally refer to something coming to an end, especially when the ending is not as successful or exciting as expected. I appreciate your insight, and it’s always great to see different nuances in language!

[@margaretbarnes8736]

i got all 50

[@thelighthouse13]

@margaretbarnes8736 That’s absolutely fantastic! Scoring 50/50 on a challenging idioms quiz is a remarkable achievement. Your mastery of English idioms is truly impressive. Keep up the great work!

[@user-qh8nh7oe6d]

46. Had never heard of a cup of Joe!

[@thelighthouse13]

@user-qh8nh7oe6d Welcome to the channel! Great score-46 is impressive! 'A cup of Joe' is a fun idiom that many may not come across often. I'm glad the quiz introduced you to something new. Looking forward to seeing how you do on future challenges! Thanks for playing along.

[@FB-lo2tc]

About 35 of 50 from Switzerland

[@thelighthouse13]

@FB-lo2tc Thank you for participating! Scoring 35/50 is a solid result, especially with idioms that can be tricky. I appreciate you joining from Switzerland-great effort! Keep up the good work, and I hope you enjoy more quizzes on the channel!

[@missjoshemmett]

I missed three. I needed a second longer on one, but I basically disagree with the other two. They were a little off. However, I'm 78 and meanings change over the years. I'm fine with my score.

[@thelighthouse13]

@missjoshemmett Thank you so much for your insightful comment! It's fascinating how the meanings of idioms can evolve over time, and your experience definitely adds an important perspective. The richness of language is that it can shift and adapt, and it's wonderful to hear how you've engaged with the quiz. Scoring 47 is fantastic, and I really appreciate your thoughtful approach to the challenge!

[@edmundlui6016]

43 over 50. some hard questions.

[@thelighthouse13]

@edmundlui6016 Awesome score, well done! Some of those idioms can be tricky, but it's great that you took on the challenge! Keep up the good work, and thanks for watching!

[@lizmccready1560]

47 out of 50 correct

[@thelighthouse13]

@lizmccready1560 That's an impressive score! Thanks for participating and taking on the challenge. Keep up the great work!

[@mrewilson106]

Nice Exercise

[@thelighthouse13]

@@mrewilson106 Thanks for your kind words I really appreciate it. Keep up the amazing work and see you in the next challenge.

[@mitali08ful]

Because of you I pass m

[@thelighthouse13]

@@mitali08ful Thank you so much for your support and participation.

[@suvarnanm.k.7098]

18 out of 20 in 10 seconds

[@thelighthouse13]

@suvarnanm.k.7098 That's impressive! Scoring 18 out of 20 in just 10 seconds shows your quick thinking and knowledge of idioms. Thank you for participating and sharing your score!