Congratulations for reaching Year 4 of your English Studies. For Year 4 American English vocabulary, we will work on American English idioms as well as short videos explaining a term heard in a movie.
- Directions: Click on the link below to learn 3 American English Idioms
- Directions: Watch the video below to learn a new English vocabulary term
4.6.1: year 4
American English Idioms# 6
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English @ the Movies:
”Stay in your lane” I heard this phrase in the above video of the Movie,” No Time to Die”
As I understand the meaning of this phrase is,” to mind your own business” or ”stick with what you
know and are good at. For example, I really wish he would stay in his line and stop asking me about my finance. Even friends should stay in their lines.
4.6.1: Year 4 American English Idioms # 6
1) At (one’s) wits end: This means completely puzzled and perplexed, not knowing what to do.
For example, I have tried every possible source with success and now I am at my wit’s end.
After trying to solve the math problem for an hour, I was at my wits end.
2) At the drop of a hat: This means immediately with any hesitation or delay.
For example, whenever my friend needs help, I am ready to assist at the drop of a hat.
As soon as the school bell rings, the students rush out at the drop of a hat.
3) At the end of (one’s) rope: This means being at the limit of (one’s) patience or endurance.
For example, after a long at work and getting stuck in traffic, I was at the end of my rope.
I don’t know what to do, I am at the end of my rope.