Words at Work

Words at Work

Metaphor, Simile or Analogy

Metaphor vs Simile Same idea, slightly different grammar, and just enough to confuse everyone learning English! Welcome Analogy If metaphors and similes are quick comparisons… an analogy takes the idea and runs with it, adding extra detail to help you understand it more clearly (or making it sound more dramatic than necessary). Metaphor A metaphor […]

Words at Work

What are Idioms?

Idioms are proof that English speakers have collectively agreed to make life harder for everyone else. They’re phrases where the words don’t mean what they say. If someone tells you to “break a leg,” they’re not threatening you—they’re wishing you good luck. (Confusing? Absolutely!) Idioms are often unique to a language, which means translating them

Words at Work

Business Jargon

Business jargon is the unofficial language of the workplace—phrases professionals use to communicate ideas, give instructions, and describe everyday tasks. In many cases, these terms could be replaced with simpler, clearer language, but they’ve become so common that they often feel like a second language. While business jargon can facilitate, it is often seen as

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