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Making Idioms Make Sense

Making Idioms Make Sense

Update: 2025-06-16
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Idioms can be one of the most confusing — and fun — parts of learning English. In this episode, Dr. Giuseppe Chiaramonte breaks down practical, low-prep ways to teach idioms that actually stick. You’ll get three classroom activities that work across levels, plus real examples from everyday settings (like a coffee shop!) to make idioms relatable and relevant. Whether you’re working with beginners or advanced learners, you’ll leave this episode with strategies you can use right away.


☕ Topics include:



  • Why idioms matter

  • How to scaffold for different proficiency levels

  • 3 creative idiom activities (including mini-skits and journals)

  • ESL-friendly idioms to use in conversation


🎧 Subscribe now and start building your students' confidence — one idiom at a time.

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Making Idioms Make Sense

Making Idioms Make Sense

Dr. Giuseppe Chiaramonte