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Idioms Matching worksheet by matching each idiom on the left with its correct
non-literal meaning on the right.
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🔹 Step-by-step matching:
1.
It costs an arm and a leg!
→ *It was very expensive.*
✔ This idiom means something is extremely costly.
2.
Break a leg!
→ *Good luck!*
✔ A common phrase used to wish someone success, especially before a performance.
3.
I’m going to hit the sack.
→ *I’m going to go to bed.*
✔ "Hit the sack" is slang for going to sleep.
4.
It’s a piece of cake.
→ *It’s very easy.*
✔ Used to describe something that is simple or effortless.
5.
I’m all bent out of shape!
→ *I’m upset.*
✔ Means someone is emotionally disturbed or annoyed.
6.
Hang in there!
→ *Don’t give up!*
✔ Encouragement to keep going through tough times.
7.
I’ve let the cat out of the bag!
→ *I’ve told a secret by mistake.*
✔ Revealing something that was meant to be kept secret.
8.
He’s off his rocker!
→ *He’s crazy!*
✔ Describes someone who is acting irrationally or mentally unstable.
9.
I’m on the fence.
→ *I’m not sure what to do.*
✔ Means being undecided or neutral between choices.
10.
It’s raining cats and dogs.
→ *There’s heavy rainfall.*
✔ A classic idiom for very heavy rain.
11.
Let’s hit the road.
→ *Time to leave.*
✔ Means it’s time to start traveling or go somewhere.
12.
I’ve got butterflies in my stomach.
→ *I’m feeling nervous.*
✔ A physical sensation associated with anxiety or excitement.
13.
Fingers crossed!
→ *I’m feeling hopeful.*
✔ Expressing hope that something good will happen.
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✔ Final Answer (Matching):
| Idiom | Meaning |
|------|--------|
| It costs an arm and a leg! | It was very expensive. |
| Break a leg! | Good luck! |
| I’m going to hit the sack. | I’m going to go to bed. |
| It’s a piece of cake. | It’s very easy. |
| I’m all bent out of shape! | I’m upset. |
| Hang in there! | Don’t give up! |
| I’ve let the cat out of the bag! | I’ve told a secret by mistake. |
| He’s off his rocker! | He’s crazy! |
| I’m on the fence. | I’m not sure what to do. |
| It’s raining cats and dogs. | There’s heavy rainfall. |
| Let’s hit the road. | Time to leave. |
| I’ve got butterflies in my stomach. | I’m feeling nervous. |
| Fingers crossed! | I’m feeling hopeful. |
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📝 Instructions for the Student:
- Draw a line from each idiom on the left to its matching non-literal meaning on the right.
- Use the list above to guide your connections.
This exercise helps improve understanding of
figurative language and
common English idioms.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet idioms and meanings.
