“A leopard can’t change its spots” is the notion that things cannot change their innate nature. A person cannot change who they are (their character), no matter how hard they try. This person’s character, especially if it is bad, will not change, even if they pretend it has. Be the first to get our new […]
Author: Ian George Bolton
You can’t teach an old dog new tricks
What does “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” means? The English idiom “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks” means: It is very difficult to change someone’s character or to make someone abandon their habits, or the way they do something when they have been used to doing things in a particular […]
Out of the frying pan, into the fire
What does “Out of the frying pan, into the fire” mean? Out of the frying pan, into the fire generally describes a transition, which means; escaping or freeing yourself from one bad situation or predicament to immediately find yourself in an even worse situation. Be the first to get our new posts. Subscribe to our […]
To take the bull by the horns
What does “To take the bull by the horns” mean? to take the bull by the horns means that a person directly faces a fear, tackles a difficult challenge or takes charge of a situation with determination and vigor, and is not worried about the risks involved. Be the first to get our new posts. […]
And pigs might fly
“And pigs might fly” is used to ironically express disbelief; when you think something is impossible or when you think a particular event is very unlikely.
To be a big fish in a small pond
What does “To be a big fish in a small pond” mean? “To be a big fish in a small pond” can be used to describe a person who has gained respect and prominance within a small relatively unimportant, or little known location or organization because he/she is more talented than most of the people […]
An apple a day keeps the doctor away
This saying basically promotes the idea that eating apples will make you healthier, and as a result you won’t need to call or go to the doctor as often. Apples contain Vitamin C, which aids the immune system, and reduces cholesterol. Apples can also reduce tooth decay. Be the first to get our new posts. […]
You can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs
“You can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs” is used to say that sometimes we have to give something up or destroy something to achieve something more important. Nothing can remain the same if we are to look for something better. Be the first to get our new posts. Subscribe to our blog If you […]
In through one ear and out of the other
In through one ear and out of the other is used to say that someone does not remember what you say or pay attention to it as the do not heed or acting on the information given. It also describe someone who appears to listen or concentrate to something but then does not remember what […]
Two wrongs don’t make a right
“Two wrongs don’t make a right” is used to emphasize that it is not acceptable for someone to do wrong, to be unjust or dishonest just because someone did something bad to them first, or just because someone else did the same thing before. It is never right to wrong someone, even if they have […]