I could really use a cup of coffee

You're sleepy because you only got a few hours of sleep the night before. You're at work and really want a cup of coffee. You say this because there's no coffee available in your office.

I could really use a cup of coffee.

Football Versus Soccer

Americans and Brits have a love-hate relationship (unclear feelings about each other). We love the British and the British hate us.

This is evident (clear) if you watch any British drama shows. Americans

Everyday Idioms

American Slang

Across the board - По всем статьям

All the way - Безоговорочно

At loggerheads - Быть не в ладах; на ножах

Badmouth - Клеветать

Bananas - Сумасшедший; безумный

Famous Proverbs

Most Common Idioms

Modal Verbs

‘Can’ or ‘May’, ‘Will’ or ‘Shall’

Read the examples given below.

§  Can I come in, Sir?

§  May I come in, Sir?