Living English Every Day – February 2017

Words to use instead of ‘Very’

6/2/17
              The girl looks gorgeous in that gown. (very beautiful)

7/2/17
              Remember to keep yourself warm. The weather is freezing today. (very cold)

8/2/17
              He was overjoyed to realize that he had won the lottery. (very happy)

9/2/17
              The puppy is so adorable that I can’t take my eyes off from it. (very cute)

10/2/17
            I had a scrumptious meal at my uncle’s restaurant. (very tasty)

 

Idioms about food

13/2/17
            I was happy to pass the exam, the high mark was just the icing on the cake. (Something good that is added to another good thing)

14/2/17
            The new Justin Bieber’s album sold like hot cakes. (To sell quickly)

15/2/17
            He looks as cool as a cucumber on any occasion. (To remain calm)

16/2/17
            It’s no good crying over spilt milk, what’s done is done. (To complain about something that has already happened)

17/2/17
            People say I’m nutty as a fruitcake to run this project. (To be slightly crazy)

 

Talking about diseases

20/2/17
            He has got the flu and called in sick this morning.

21/2/17
            I have an upset stomach after breakfast.

22/2/17
           Kate had diarrhea after eating spicy food.

23/2/17
            My grandpa couldn’t talk after he had a stroke.

24/2/17
            My legs have been cramping up since last night.

28/2/17
           Her diet changed because she had diabetes.