ZHAW Proficiency VI

ZHAW CPE Proficiency - Collocations, Binomials & Similes

ZHAW CPE Proficiency - Collocations, Binomials & Similes


Marco Critti
This flashcard set helps university-level learners expand their English vocabulary with idiomatic expressions and phrases. It covers a wide range of terms like "sworn enemies," "screeches to a halt," and "a frugal lifestyle," making it ideal for students and advanced learners aiming to enhance their language skills. The platform supports backward learning, allowing users to practice from the target language to the source language, which is particularly useful for improving fluency and comprehension. With 48 cards, this set is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of English idioms and expressions.
Flashcards
48
Students
6
Language
English
Category
English
Level
University
Created / Updated
25.10.2015 / 02.05.2022

Flashcards

To be as dull as dishwater

'To be as dull as dishwater' means to be very boring.

conservative estimate

A 'conservative estimate' is one that is cautious.

To be as clean as a whistle

'To be as clean as a whistle' means to be very clean.

a frugal lifestyle

If you live 'a frugal lifestyle' you are very careful with food or money.

screeches to a halt

If a vehicle 'screeches to a halt' it stops very suddenly with the sound of screeching brakes or tyres.

sworn enemies

If people are'sworn enemies' they have always hated each other.

To be in excruciating pain

'To be in excruciating pain' means to suffer severe pain.

To be sorely tempted

'To be sorely tempted' means to be very tempted indeed.

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