Collins Work on Your Idioms is a practice-oriented learning tool for improving the use of English idioms. This study book is intended for everyone who wants to expand their knowledge of idioms and apply them confidently in speaking and writing.
The book contains 300 of the most commonly used idioms, selected based on research from the Collins Corpus. The idioms are grouped thematically and introduced step by step, with clear definitions and example sentences. This makes them easy to understand and remember.
Practical exercises help you actively train the meaning and use of idioms. Ideal as a supplement to an idioms dictionary, such as the Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, and suitable for independent study or classroom use.
Features:
- In-depth explanations for each idiom, with attention to correct usage
- 300 carefully selected, frequent idioms
- Thematic structure in 25 categories, such as Communication, Money, and Relationships
- Full sentences as definitions with up-to-date example sentences
- Practice exercises focused on meaning and use
- Differences between British English and American English
- Comprehensive answer key