Do you know the English expression “to get off on the wrong foot“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Sachiko: How was your first day at work?

Takako: Not good. The boss and I got off on the wrong foot. There was a disagreement about my working hours.

Does it mean:

a) have a bad relationship with someone when you first meet them

b) walk the wrong way in front of someone

c) have a fight

d) avoid someone

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Answer: a) have a bad relationship with someone when you first meet them

Do you know the English expression “to fight like cat and dog“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Karen: How are Dave and Angela? Is their marriage going well?

Lisa: They are fine. They fight like cat and dog, but they love each other really.

Does it mean:

a) enjoy watching cats and dogs fight

b) fight gently

c) argue a lot

d) hit each other

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Answer: c) argue a lot

Do you know the English expression “to go back on (one’s) word“? Read the conversation below. Can you guess the meaning?

Rob: The boss promised to pay me more money this year, but when I asked him about it last week, he said he’s decided not to do it.

Fran: He’s like that. He always goes back on his word. That’s why no one likes him.

Does it mean:

a) say something again

b) break a promise

c) say something many times

d) say something backwards

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Answer: b) break a promise