Some common English idioms in America

"The American Dream" is perhaps the phrase most foreigners are familiar with.

In the US, you may have heard the metaphor "melting pot," referring to immigrants integrating into American life. However, this image is criticized because it implies assimilation and the melting of cultures. Instead, many people use the term "salad bowl" to signify integration while still preserving their own identity and culture.

The phrase "The American Dream" is probably very familiar. It's an idiom expressing the belief that everyone has a chance and can succeed if they are determined and work hard in this country. The "American Dream" is often associated with having a good job, a house, a car, and a comfortable life.

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Another common idiom is "Pull yourself up by your bootstrap." Pulling yourself up by your bootstrap is impossible, so this idiom expresses a person's determination to overcome adversity.

"Time is money": In any culture, time is probably precious, but in America, time may not be as flexible as in other countries. Employees' work schedules and family lives are often planned. Therefore, visits from family and friends must be scheduled in advance. Everyone always feels "hurry" because "Time waits for no one."

Americans are generally outspoken, hence the idiom "speak your mind" or "say what you mean and mean what you say." They might express disagreement with colleagues or bosses in meetings; they might decline an invitation if they don't like it.

"Home is where the heart is" - Family is where the heart resides: This is similar in many other cultures. In America, children spend less time with their parents as they grow up. Mutual support in daily life decreases, but the family remains the closest place to them.

Linh Phung (Chatham University/Eduling)

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