H Idioms

I saw them walking hand in hand in the city centre a few days ago.

I handed in my resignation today and I will cease to work in my current company in two weeks.

Hands off! It’s my bag!

I like to hang around with my older brother and his friends.

A bad atmosphere hangs in the air. Something is definitely going to happen.

Hang on! You forgot to take your wallet!

If you happen to be in the city centre any time soon, come over and visit!

Happy birthday! I can’t believe you’re turning 22 already.

I hardly ever go to the cinema. I much prefer DVDs.

Let’s have a break. I need to have a breath of fresh air.

He has a clean record.

Anna has a command of 3 languages: she is fluent in Spanish, French and German. And now she’s learning Chinese.

I need a day off on Monday to go to see a doctor.

I have a real fear of flying so I’d much rather go to London by train.

I need to have a good night’s sleep; the past week has been really exhausting.

Have a heart! It’s Christmas next week and we are all stuck here till 8 pm every day! I am sure some of the work could wait till the New Year.

I had a very high opinion of my English teacher. He was always well prepared and very competent.

I’m ill and had a really rough night. Now I’m struggling to stay awake.

Have a safe journey and let us know when you get back home!

Sarah has a really sharp tongue and she often finds it hard to control herself, so often says unsuitable things at work.

I could eat chocolate all the time, I have a really sweet tooth.

I am afraid I have a temperature and won’t be able to come to work today.

I really need to have a voice in that case; I am the managing director in the end.

Matt has a very unique way of painting that is easy to recognise.

I have a real weakness for chocolate; I could eat it all the time.

We have a wide selection of excellent wines. Do you prefer sweet or dry?

I am not sure if Mike is all right. I need to have a word with him.

I only know basic Spanish but have a working knowledge of French.

I’d rather have an early night tonight, I am absolutely exhausted.

It’s one of my off days. I simply can’t do anything right.

I really haven’t done anything wrong. I have clean hands.

You have every reason to complain about the package. It really was different from what you were originally sold.

We really had fun in Portugal. I just wish we could have stayed longer.

Sam always has it all worked out in advance, so I am sure he’ll come well prepared this time too.

I have mixed feelings about this new girl. I am not sure if I like her yet.

David has nerves of steel, is never afraid of anything and you can dare him to do the most challenging things.

I have no choice but to say yes – you’re extremely persuasive.

You have no equal when it comes to cooking.

I have no head for it today. Is it really that urgent or can we wait till tomorrow?

Try and behave for once. Do you really have absolutely no manners?

I have absolutely nothing to hide. Ask whatever you like.

I have my hands full of work at the moment so I would only be able to do it for you in two weeks.

I really don’t like the first suggestion but I’m sure Tom has some other ideas he could show us.

I have no choice but to do what he asked me; he’s got me in his pocket.

Mother, we’re getting married and wanted to ask for your blessing.

Have you got anything particular in view or are you just talking in general?

I’m sure I know the answer. I have it on the tip of my tongue.

Have the courage to tell him your decision.

You have my full support whatever you do.

I don’t worry about what he says – I have thick skin.

I have serious trouble learning foreign languages.

The flat is really expensive. Have you considered that the prices on the property market have fallen drastically?

I have been learning German for about 10 years and I can speak it well. Having said that, I must admit I haven’t used it for awhile. As a result, it has got a bit rusty.

Paul is sure to pass the exam. He is really well prepared.

"– Heads, you wash the dishes, tails I do.
– Heads or tails?
– Heads."

This is a real heaven on earth. I wish I could stay here forever.

He still needs to fit in, but it’s normal when you are a new student. Overall, he’s doing just fine.

Be careful before making any decisions, history often repeats itself.

In the pre-election period, politicians won’t hesitate to hit below the belt.

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Sam started hitting the bottle.

I missed my last bus, but managed to hitch a lift home without any problems.

Don’t worry if you run late. I will hold a seat for you.

He’s so unreliable that he can’t hold down a job for more than a few months.

The president will hold his office for three more years.

He held his breath when he saw her wearing the wedding dress for the first time.

The recently developed treatment holds out hope for the breast cancer victims.

I hold my maths professor in very high regard.

Hold your tongue! Have I not taught you language like that is rude and inappropriate?

Home, sweet home! It feels so good to be back.

Sarah, how are things? I feel like I haven’t seen you for ages!

How are you getting along? How much work have you got left?

How can you tell if he’s done it on purpose?

How dare you speak to me like that! I am not your friend. I am your mother’s friend!

How do you feel about the current situation in the Middle East?

How do you know that Sam and Sarah are getting married? Did they tell you?

"– They won’t let you in even if you have a ticket.
– How do you mean?"

Excuse me. Do you know how far it is to the nearest bus stop?

Excuse me. How much do you charge for 15 minutes of Internet access?

How was I to know that we were not allowed to enter after 4 pm? I have never been here before.

How is it going? Any news?

Jealousy of someone else’s success is simply human nature.

Conflict has always been a big part of human relations.

Hurry Tom up or we’ll be late for the bus.

Hurry up, Sam, or we’ll miss the bus.

You really hurt my feelings by saying I was rude to Tom.

I think Laura really hurt Rory’s pride by telling him he wasn’t right in front of all his friends.