Thinking of translating these idioms literally? Don't, says Anita Aikara. Illustrations: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com Have you ever looked like a fish out of water or pulled a leg? We use these idioms ...

Idioms are figurative expressions whose meaning cannot be deduced from the literal definition of their individual words.

Want to sound more fluent in English? These 10 idioms will help you speak with confidence and understand everyday conversations more easily.

Mastering English idioms is more than just memorising funny phrases—it’s about sounding natural and fluent. Research shows that gaining control of idiomatic expressions is an important indicator of ...