Let's Learn English: Idioms, Expressions and Metaphors

In this ongoing course, learners will learn practise using figurative language including similes, metaphors, idioms and more. ESL Friendly - Suitable for B2, C1 and C2 Learners.

Why learn figurative language?
Language is key to comprehension. Learners cannot understand what they are reading or hearing without knowing what most of the words mean and figurative language adds a whole new layer of comprehension. As learners learn to engage in more advanced texts and conversations, they must learn the meaning of new language that is not part of their oral vocabulary.

What will the classes entail?
Each class comes with activity sheets to be completed during and after class. Learners are welcome to post their completed work to the classroom. Classes are interactive and our teaching style is dynamic and engaging. 

What's your teaching style?
We are a team of experienced teachers who are calm, patient and supportive whilst ensuring that the children are constantly learning. The environment will be dynamic and learners will actively participate throughout the class. As experienced teachers, we are capable of adapting my style to suit the learners. 

How much will learners get to interact with you and each other?
Students will be active participants throughout each class.  Student talk time is expected to be significantly higher than teacher talk time. 

What kind of class is this?
This is an ongoing live class. This class meets once a week for 35 minutes. Learners will be encouraged to speak to the teacher, in pairs and individually. Learners will complete some of the activity sheets in the class. 

What will be covered in each class?

Week of 28/4/25 - As Free As A Bird
Week of 5/5/25 - Marketing Your Metaphors
Week of 12/5/25 - Fabulous Fables
Week of 19/5/25 - Ups and Downs
Week of 26/5/25 - Running Like Clockwork
Week of 2/6/25 - Branching Out
Week of 9/6/25 - Getting the Green Light
Week of 16/6/25 - Opening Doors
Week of 23/6/25 - As Free As A Bird
Week of 30/6/25 - Marketing Your Metaphors
Week of 7/7/25 - A Bird In The Hand
Week of 14/7/25 - Mix Me A Metaphor
Week of 21/7/25 - Selling with Similes
Week of 28/7/25 - Shedding Light on the Matter
Week of 4/8/25 - Plain Sailing
Week of 11/8/25 - Rising to the Top
Week of 18/8/25 - Infectious Laughter
Week of 25/8/25 - Facing Up To It
Week of 1/9/25 - Horsing Around
Week of 8/9/25 - Food For Thought
Week of 15/9/25 - In a Nutshell
Week of 22/9/25 - Keeping Your Cool
Week of 29/9/25 - Rough Diamonds
Week of 6/10/25 - Persuasion
Week of 13/10/25 - Breezing Through
Week of 20/10/25 - Pictures in the Mind
Week of 27/10/25 - Ripples and Sparks
Week of 3/11/25 - Learning is Juggling
Week of 10/11/25 - The Long Night of Captivity
Week of 17/11/25 - Metaphors and Similes
Week of 24/11/25 - The Heart of the Matter
Week of 1/12/25 - Playing the Game
Week of 8/12/25 - Time to Spare
Week of 15/12/25 - A Warm Welcome
Week of 22/12/25 - Taking Steps
Week of 29/12/25 - A Recipe for Success
Week of 5/1/26 - Fabulous Fables
Week of 12/1/26 - Ups and Downs
Week of 19/1/26 - Running Like Clockwork
Week of 26/1/26 - Branching Out
Week of 2/2/26 - Getting the Green Light
Week of 9/2/26 - Opening Doors

We look forward to being part of your learning journey!

Please don't hesitate to contact us for further information.