If someone uses the expression 'money doesn't grow on trees', they mean that money is hard to get, or earn. It is not easy to obtain.You have to work hard to earn money. It does not come easily for many people.Children often think that money is easy to earn because they see their parents spending but not earning money.For example, it is quite common when people … [Read more...] about English expression – Money does not grow on trees
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English expression: To pick someone’s brains
To pick someone's brains is a common English expression that we use when we want to get information from someone about a certain topic.More often than not, someone will know more about a subject than you. You will need to ask that person to give you the information you need.The meaning is to ask a person for advice about a subject that they have knowledge … [Read more...] about English expression: To pick someone’s brains
English expression of the day – Red tape
This is a common English expression we use when we talk about dealing with bureaucracy and government organisations.Quite often there will be a lot of paperwork to do.The meaning of this expression is - Bureaucracy or bureaucratic paperwork.If you have to deal with the government you will often find barriers that stop you from doing what you want to do. … [Read more...] about English expression of the day – Red tape
Tie the knot – English expression of the day
This is common expression we use in English when two people get married.It's an informal expression.The expression to Tie the knot = to get married.You will quite often hear people talking about their friends who have recently tied the knot.Maybe it was family member that recently married.Examples:Bill and Sara tied the knot last Saturday. I know … [Read more...] about Tie the knot – English expression of the day
English expression – Hit the sack
This is a common English expression that we use in English when we want to go to bed and sleep.Normally because we are tired or it is just time to go to bed.The meaning of this expression is: to go to bed.Examples:I hit the sack early last night so today I have a lot of energy. I need it because there are many things to do. Ok kids it is late. Time to hit … [Read more...] about English expression – Hit the sack