Category: Phrases

Are you about to go and visit your accountant? If so, you could tell your business partner that you’re off to see the “bean counter,” and they should understand what you’re saying. This post unpacks the meaning, origin, and use cases for the idiom “bean counters.” Bean Counters Idiom Meaning When talking about a “bean […]

Are you looking to call someone an idiot or a derogatory term? Why not try adding some class to the insult and call them “cabron.” This Spanish term is popular in central and south America, and you probably hear Latin people use it all the time when referring to friends and enemies. Cabron Meaning The […]

Are you heading to the gym for a workout? If you like to lift heavy and make some noise when you exercise, it’s probably a good idea to avoid the Planet Fitness chain of gyms. If you push your limits at these gyms, you could set off the “Lunk Alarm.” This post unpacks everything you […]

Are you around children or old folks that don’t like blasphemy or cussing? Instead of using the phrase “oh my God” to voice your concern over something, you can swap it out for the idiomatic expression, “oh my Lanta.” People won’t find the use of this term offensive like they would cussing or blasphemy. This […]

Are you planning on having a good time with friends this weekend? If your wife or girlfriend wants you to break your plans, you could always tell them, “Saturdays are for the boys.” This post unpacks the meaning, origin, and use of the idiom in language. Saturdays are for the Boys Meaning The meaning of […]

Are you looking for a way to play a harmless prank on a friend? Ask them if they know what “Ligma” is. They’ll likely have a blank stare and then ask you what Ligma is. It’s at that stage that they step into the trap and fall for your prank. Your friends will feel like […]