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5 talk idioms, with pictures

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

A woman in a red dress and sunglasses steps out of a shiny pink car on a small town square. A ring of townspeople of different ages stand around her, whispering and pointing with wide eyes.

What does “The talk of the town” mean?

“The talk of the town” means everyone is talking about it.

Example: Since the fire, the old theater has been the talk of the town all week.

Emoji clue: speaking head, city

A man in a gray jacket and a woman in a green sweater stand in an office break room, each holding a coffee cup. They smile politely at each other, and a round clock hangs on the wall behind them.

What does “Small talk” mean?

“Small talk” means easy chat about simple things.

Example: I made small talk with a stranger while we waited for the bus.

Emoji clue: pinching hand, speaking head

A coach in a blue tracksuit with a whistle around his neck pumps one fist in a locker room. Five players in orange shirts sit on a bench and look up at him with hopeful faces.

What does “Pep talk” mean?

“Pep talk” means words that give you courage.

Example: Before the big game, our coach gave us a pep talk in the locker room.

Emoji clue: strong arm, speaking head

A salesman in a blue suit leans toward a woman in a yellow coat with a wide charming smile and a hand on his chest. She stands with her arms crossed and one eyebrow raised, and a small red car waits behind them.

What does “Sweet talk” mean?

“Sweet talk” means kind words to get what you want.

Example: The salesman used sweet talk to get me to buy the car.

Emoji clue: candy, speaking head

A manager in a blue shirt and tie with his sleeves rolled up carries a big box in a warehouse. Three team members carry boxes beside him and smile at him with respect.

What does “Walk the talk” mean?

“Walk the talk” means do what you say you will do.

Example: It is easy to make promises, but few people can walk the talk every day.

Emoji clue: walking person, speaking head

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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