Genesis of Phrases and Idioms in English

Hellow all. Welcome to the thirty-fourth episode of our series of podcasts called Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and Phrases. In today's episode, Dhruvi Salot and Manya Shah of grade 8th tell you why you may need to put something on the back burner. Sometimes it's a good idea and some other, it isn't. So listen to them to learn how to use this idiom.

On this thirty-third episode of our series called Genesis: The Origins of Idioms and Phrases, Krishna Patel and Nirjara Jain of grade 7th add their two cents about 'add my two cents'. They dissect the idiom top to bottom and show you how to use it wisely in your everyday speech. Just tune in to Spotify and have a listen.

We bring to you another episode of our series called Genesis: The Origins of Idioms and Phrases. In this episode, mentor Dipankar Basumatary tells you about the origins, meaning, and usage of the idiom 'slap on the wrist', something the indulgent parents or governments do. If you're not sure what we mean, please tune in to Spotify and learn it in detail.

Is your friend or your brother or sister reluctant to talk? No amount of cajoling seems to work? You might then give this phrase a try. While we don't guarantee that your friend/sister/brother will speak up, they will definitely learn a new idiom, 'penny for your thoughts'. So go ahead, and listen to Ipshita Singh and Pal Surti of grade 9th talk about it in detail. Tune in to Spotify to listen.

Welcome to yet another episode of our series called Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and phrases. For today's episode listen to Ronil and Siddharth of grade 9th blow a raspberry. And if you're wondering what that means, you must definitely listen to them and go back richer with another idiom in your literary arsenal. Please tune in to Spotify to know better.

Aah, I've got an earworm since the morning. I just can't get rid of it. No, I don't need to see a doctor to remove it. How so? Listen to Dhruti and Hridaya tell you what an earworm is. Not only will they tell you the meaning, but they'll tell you about its origins also. Please tune in to Spotify to listen to them. 

Do you know that the English love tea? Though it is popularly known to have originated in China, the Englishman's love for it is legendary. Its popularity among the British shows in many idioms and phrases that they use. In today's episode, Krishna Patel and Nirjara of grade 7th discuss one such commonly used idiom associated with tea. Please tune in to Spotify and listen to it.

Hi. I wanted to say something. Wait, I can't remember. Wait till the cows come home. If you don't understand a word of what I'm saying, just listen to Krishna Patel and Kahan Jadav of grade 7th discussing what 'till the cows come home' means. So go ahead and have a listen Spotify. Don't wait till the cows come home.

In this episode of Genesis: The Origins of Idioms and Phrases, Dolly Yadav and Manya Shah of grade 8th discuss the commonly used legal term 'loophole'. They discuss how it originated and also show you how to use it in a sentence. After this episode, you'd know whether or not having a loophole is a good idea. 

Have you seen judges in the law courts of Australia, the US, and the UK wearing wigs? Did you know that wearing a wig was a sign of prestige and power and that those wigs gave rise to an idiom in English? If you didn't know, have a listen to Ronil Doshi and Siddharth Verma of grade 9th talking about the origins of the phrase 'big wig'. You'll be surprised to know of its funny and dirty beginnings. And, if you know any funny story about idioms and phrases, send it to us. We'd love to discuss it here.  

Has anyone ever stolen your thunder? Well, it is very likely that your answer is yes. And if you don't know what we are talking about, you must tune into Genesis: The Origins of Idioms and Phrases on Spotify and listen to Raksha Bhargav and Neha Sharma discussing what it means to steal someone's thunder. Once you know what it means, you'd never do it, nor would you let anyone do it.

Hello listeners. Here's another episode of our series, Genesis: the Back Story of Idioms and Phrases. This episode is yet another deviation from our regular discussions on idioms and phrases. In this episode, Aditi Basumatary of grade 7th brings you a German proverb, he who begins too much, accomplishes little. For the meaning, you must have guessed it right. Tune in and listen to her discuss its meaning in detail.  

Did you know that hunters used to beat around the bush, in the literal sense of the words? Instead of jumping at the game, they would try to surround it to get to it. Pal and Hridaya of grade 9th are talking about how this idiom came into being. Listen to them to know it in detail.

Do you have the next exam outcome in the bag? If you don't, you better have. Well, if you are at a loss about what I am saying, then listen to Dhruti and Ipshita of grade 9th discussing the idiom 'in the bag'. Once you hear them, things will become crystal clear, and you too will start using the idiom in your everyday speech. So tune in to this episode of Genesis: The Origins of Idioms and phrases and add another idiom to your vocabulary. https://open.spotify.com/show/7ht1sKjqc9Shz8MVgwUoIQ

In this episode of Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and Phrases, learners Jhanvi Patel and Bansi Soni of grade 9th discuss the idiom 'under the weather'. They take us through its etymology, meaning and usage in different contexts. Listen to it to know how you may use it in your day-to-day interactions. Please listen here on Spotify.

In this episode of Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and Phrases and Idioms, Saumya Joshi and Rutu Khunt of grade 9th discuss the idiom 'the proof is in the pudding'. Listen to them to learn how to taste the pudding to test its quality. Please listen here on Spotify. If you want, you may send in idioms or proverbs to us as an audio file. Please click here to do so.

In this episode of Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and Phrases and Idioms, Aditi Basumatary of grade 7th discusses an Iranian idiom "a gentle hand may lead even an elephant by a single hair" in detail. This is a break from our usual Origins of Phrases and Idioms. Tell us if you like it. We'll bring you more such proverbs. Listen to her to learn you may lead an elephant by the hair with your gentle nature. Please listen here on Spotify. If you want, you may send in idioms or proverbs to us as an audio file. Please Click here to do so.

In this episode of Genesis: the Origins of Idioms and Phrases and Idioms, Dolly Yadav and Dhruvi Salot of grade 8th discuss the phrase 'a piece of cake' in detail. Listen to them to learn how something being a piece of cake is as good as having one, particularly for those who have a sweet tooth. Please listen here on Spotify. You may send in idioms you know the origins of. And if you want to send an idiom as an audio file, please Click here.

In this episode of the Genesis: the Backstory of Phrases and Idioms, Manya Shah and Dhruvi Patel of grade 8th discuss the phrase 'red tape' in detail. Listen to them talking about its origins and how tying something up with red tape isn't a good idea. Please listen here on Spotify.  You may send in idioms you know the origins of. And if you want to send an idiom as an audio file, please click here.

In this episode of the Genesis: the Back Story of Phrases and Idioms, Hridaya Nair and Pal Surti of grade 9th discuss why you should not give the cold shoulder to someone. They also discuss the origins, meaning and usage of the idiom showing you how exactly to use them. Have a listen. And, if you want to send in the background of an idiom you like, please send it to us. We'll be delighted to discuss it. You may send a voice message to. Click here to send the voice message.