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Hey guys ,
how many times did we hear some slangs in the American movies and we wished to know what these words mean ? , of course I don't mean un approperiate words , I just mean normal words that americans use in there days and it we don't learn it at schools
I searched in the best sites where I can bring these words to you here with examples and with the source of these words , I hope everyone like it
24/7
Definition:All the time; always available; without a break.
Example:
1) In New York City, a lot of stores are open 24/7.
2) I had to move because my neighbors played loud dance music 24/7.
Etymology:
Some convenience stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The phrase is used for anything that is always (or nearly always) available.
Ace
Definition:To do something very well, particularly an examination (verb); first-rate (adjective), or an expert (noun).
Example:
1) I'm going to ace this exam - I've been studying all week! 2) Lois Lane was the ace reporter for The Daily Planet -- although she did have a lot of trouble uncovering Superman's identity!
Etymology:
In World War I, a pilot who shot down five enemy planes was called an 'ace', which is the powerful one card in a deck of playing cards. 'Ace' can be used as a verb (to do well) or as an adjective (excellent, best) or as a noun (a nickname for someone who is good at something, or for a good friend).
All ears
Definition:Listening carefully; keenly attentive.
Example:
1) I was all ears as Svet told me this exciting story.
Etymology:
You listen with your ears, so if you are ‘ all ears ‘ your entire being is listening to someone speak.
Airhead
Definition:
Someone who isn't very smart; a stupid person.
Example:
1) Susan and Jim are such airheads -- they love sports but they are failing all of their classes at school! 2) I woudn't ask Alaine for the answer -- she's an airhead!
Etymology:
If your head is filled with air instead of brains, you probably can't think very well.
All-nighter
Definition:
A study or work session that goes through the night; studying without sleep ( usually a last-minute course of action ).
Example:
1) We pulled an all-nighter to finish the report.
2) I pulled an all-nighter to study for my math exam.
Etymology:
The term is popular with college students who spend the night before an exam studying ( or ‘cramming’ ), trying to learn a lot of material in a short period of time. The term is frequently used in the phrase ‘ pull an all-nighter ‘.
ants in your pant
Definition:
To be nervous or anxious or jumpy; to be unable to sit still.
Example:
1) The children had ants in their pants, so we took them outside for some exercise.
2) Would you please stop tapping your foot?! You must have ants in your pants!
Etymology:
If you had 'ants' (small insects) in your 'pants' (clothing) you would probably feel like jumping around.
at the end of your rope
Definition:
To be out of options or alternative courses of action; to be stuck in a bad situation.
Example:
1) I'm at the end of my rope -- I lost my job, my car died, and I don't have any money in the bank.
Etymology:
A 'rope' is thrown to someone who is in a difficult place, such as deep water or the edge of a cliff. If there is not enough rope, the person might be in trouble. So to be 'at the end of your rope' means that there is no more help available, and the situation is not good
Back on your feet
Definition:
To recover, usually from an illness; to feel better after being sick.
Example:
1) Rick has been in the hospital for a week, but he'll be back on his feet in no time.
Etymology:
To be 'on your feet' means that you are standing. So if you are 'back on your feet', it means that you are standing again, after a period of lying down due to sickness.
Back seat driver
Definition:
Someone who gives unwanted advice; someone who tries to run things even though they don't have the power or authority to do so.
Example:
1) Rob is the worst back seat driver I know - he's always telling me what to do.
2) I wish I could tell my boss to stop being such a back seat driver. I don't need to hear his comments every ten minutes!
Etymology:
Sometimes people riding in the back of a car will give advice to the driver; this is usually more annoying than helpful. This phrase can be used literally (in a car) or more generally to make fun of someone who is giving unwanted advice.
Bad Egg
Definition:A troublemaker; someone who has a bad attitude and causes trouble.
Example:
1) Emily is a real bad egg -- she's always starting fights and causing trouble.
2) We have to get rid of the bad eggs in the accounting department.
Etymology:
In this phrase, 'egg' means 'person' or 'individual'. This is probably because the human head looks a lot like an egg. A bad egg, then, is a simply a bad person. There is a similar phrase to describe a good person - a 'good egg'.
Bad mouth
Definition:
To say negative things about someone o something.
Example:
1) Lisa bad-mouthed her boss at the water cooler.
2) I wish people would stop bad-mouthing Cleveland. It’s really a very nice city.
Etymology:
“ Bad “ means not good, and ‘ mouth’ refers to the physical act of speech.
have eyes for
Definition:To desire; to find someone physically attractive.
Example:
1) I think my boyfriend has eyes for another woman.
Etymology:
You see with your 'eyes', and when you 'have eyes for' somebody, you really like what you see.
Blow it
Definition: To lose or waste something; to do very poorly or fail miserably.
Example:
1) Don't blow all your money in that one store--there are five more down the road.
2) You didn't study for your exam, so you blew it.
B.O
Definition:Body odor, usually caused by sweating; an unpleasant smell coming from the human body. Pronounced 'bee oh'.
Example:
1) The taxi driver had such horrible b.o. that I almost passed out.
2) Man, you've got to do something about your b.o. Do you ever take a shower?
Etymology:
Abbreviation of 'body odor'.
To Be Continued 
, فكلنا كنا بنلطش في الأول , لكن مع الممارسة الدائمة الحمد لله بدأت تنظبط معانا , و مازلنا بنحاول نحسنها أكتر و أكتر , و بخصوص سؤالك عن أفضل طريقة لتعلم الأنجليزية من خلال الأنترنت , هناك ألاف المواقع اللي بتقدم دروس في اللغة الأنجليزية , لكن صدقني مش هتكون عملية أبدا , أفضل طريقة هي الممارسة , عن نفسي أنا أول ما بدأت أستخدم الأنترنت , أتعرفت علي أصدقاء من الخارج , و كان لهم فضل كبير عليا بعد الله عز وجل في تثبيت اللغة الأنجليزية عندي , و الحمد لله من خلال المنتدي الأنجليزي أصبح هناك أكثر من مجال لتنمية اللغة , يعني لو تحب تتكلم بالانجليزي في السياسة أو الفن أو الصحة أو أي مجال أخر , و براحتك خالص أتكلم وولا يهمك الخطأ , فستجدنا بجانبك دائما و سنصلح أس كلمة ستكتبها خطأ و بذلك ستستفاد جدا أخي كريم , و قد بدأ المنتدي الأنجليزي مؤخرا أستضافة ضيوف أجانب كل أسبوع و ده علشان نقوّي لغة الأعضاء مع الأحتكاك مع الأجانب , فاستضفنا ميجان من أنجلترا و أقمار من سنغافورة , و قريبا هناك المزيد.
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