Flowery idioms

Idioms are the colorful aspect of any language. Using them as a non-native speaker, makes your speech less awkward. But remember, never translate them word-for-word (literally) into your native language. Do that and you'll get all topsy-turvy! Now, now, don't panic! Using them is quite delightful if you get the hang of it. It'll be fun and you'll enjoy speaking English much more.

Gild the lily: to try to improve what is already beautiful

Upsy-daisy (also ups-a-daisy, upsa-daisy): used to express encouragement to a child who has fallen or is being lifted Shrinking violet: an exaggeratedly shy person
No bed of roses: a situation that is not easy and/or comfortable Primrose path: the pursuit of pleasure, esp. when it is seen to bring disastrous consequences Bouquet of orchids: we say someone deserves a bouquet of orchids, when they have done something worthy of praise
Nip something in the bud: to suppress or destroy something, esp. at an early stage Phew!!! All done! Hope everything's coming up roses, guys. See ya in the funny papers!

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  • A dozen roses for you and your kind soul, dear Lynne.

    Thanks for your lovely comment, dear Sarojini Pattayat.

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  • Hello A7,

    I am really beginning to think that you are a native English speaker, A7. :)

    Thanks for sharing this lovely, sweet flowery idioms. It's so beautiful!

    Allow me to share with you part of my blog post in 2010. I hope you will like it too.

    Have a nice day, A7!

    The Language of Flowers

  • Hello there, I'm thrilled that you liked it. Thanks for dropping by!
  • Why, thanks, dear. You are so sweet.
  • You deserve a bouquet of orchids. :)
  • Dear Larawhat more can I say, except:

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