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5 color idioms, with pictures

Look at the picture, read the meaning, and listen to the example.

A family photo in a garden: five people in white clothes stand next to white sheep. One smiling man in black clothes holds a guitar and stands next to a black sheep.

What does “The black sheep” mean?

“The black sheep” means the person in a family or group who is different, and the others don’t like it.

Example: My parents are doctors and hate that I’m a singer. I’m the black sheep.

Emoji clue: black circle, sheep

A woman opens a gift and holds up an ugly orange sweater. She smiles a big smile, and her nose grows a little longer. Her friend looks very happy.

What does “A white lie” mean?

“A white lie” means a small lie that you tell to be kind.

Example: I said I loved the gift. It was a white lie.

Emoji clue: white circle, face with a long nose

A tired man waits at a desk in a government office. A tall pile of forms tied with long red tape stands between him and the clerk, who stamps one more paper.

What does “Red tape” mean?

“Red tape” means too many rules and papers that make things slow.

Example: It took three months to get my visa because of all the red tape.

Emoji clue: red circle, video tape

Under a clear blue sky, a surprised woman in a park answers her ringing phone. Her mouth is open, and she drops her ice cream.

What does “Out of the blue” mean?

“Out of the blue” means suddenly, when you don’t expect it.

Example: My old boss called me out of the blue and offered me a job.

Emoji clue: blue circle, arrow, surprised face

A happy older woman stands in her garden full of flowers, tomatoes and sunflowers. She gives a thumbs-up, and her thumb is bright green.

What does “A green thumb” mean?

“A green thumb” means a talent for growing plants.

Example: My neighbor has a green thumb. Her garden is full of flowers.

Emoji clue: green circle, thumbs up, small plant

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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