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5 water idioms, with pictures

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

Two women who were angry at each other now laugh together on an old stone bridge. Torn pieces of an old letter float away on the river under the bridge.

What does “Water under the bridge” mean?

“Water under the bridge” means something bad from the past that is not important now.

Example: We had a big fight last year, but it’s water under the bridge now.

Emoji clue: water wave, arrow down, bridge

A tired man pulls a brown horse by a rope to a trough of clear water. The horse sits down, turns its head away and will not drink.

What does “You can lead a horse to water” mean?

“You can lead a horse to water” means you can help people, but you can’t make them take the help.

Example: I gave him a gym pass. He never went. You can lead a horse to water!

Emoji clue: horse, arrow, water drop

Two brothers who look alike carry a heavy sofa up the stairs together and smile. At the top, a friend only holds a glass of water and watches.

What does “Blood is thicker than water” mean?

“Blood is thicker than water” means your family is more important than other people.

Example: I always help my brother. Blood is thicker than water.

Emoji clue: drop of blood, strong arm, water drop

A woman in a business jacket sits on the edge of a swimming pool and carefully touches the water with one toe. Her briefcase is next to her.

What does “Test the waters” mean?

“Test the waters” means to try something in a small way before you decide.

Example: Before I quit my job, I tested the waters with a few small clients.

Emoji clue: test tube, water wave

A nervous orange cartoon fish in a suit and tie stands on the grass at a fancy golf club party. Golfers in white clothes stare at him.

What does “A fish out of water” mean?

“A fish out of water” means someone who feels strange and not at home in a new place.

Example: At my first golf club party, I felt like a fish out of water.

Emoji clue: fish, no sign, water drop

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100 common English idioms and their meanings

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