Common B2 English Phrases

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What does the expression 'spice up' mean?

To simplify a story

To make something tasteless

To criticize a performance

To add excitement or interest (correct)

What does it mean to 'have a lot on one's plate'?

To have multiple tasks and feel overwhelmed (correct)

To eat too much food

To feel bored with daily life

To have an empty schedule

If someone says 'I can relate', what do they mean?

They understand because they have experienced something similar (correct)

They are indifferent to the situation

They disagree with someone's feelings

They find it hard to empathize

Which expression means 'no matter what happens'?

Come rain or shine Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to 'wrap your head around' something?

To understand a complicated concept Signup and view all the answers

In the phrase 'I can't help doing something', what does it imply?

The action is out of control Signup and view all the answers

What does it generally imply if someone says they have 'enough on their plate'?

They feel they are overwhelmed and cannot take more Signup and view all the answers

How is the expression 'I can't help falling in love with you' typically understood?

Falling in love is involuntary Signup and view all the answers

What does 'under the sun' imply in conversation?

Everything that exists or is possible Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates that someone is expressing their true thoughts?

Speak your mind Signup and view all the answers

What does 'so far, so good' mean in a conversation?

Things are going well up to this point Signup and view all the answers

If someone says they are 'feeling under the weather', how are they generally feeling?

Sick and tired Signup and view all the answers

What does the expression 'to take someone for granted' signify?

To undervalue someone's presence Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the phrase 'off the top of my head'?

I am speaking without thorough thought Signup and view all the answers

When something happens 'out of nowhere', how is it characterized?

Sudden and unexpected Signup and view all the answers

In which context would the phrase 'I have a lot on my plate' be used?

Being overwhelmed with tasks and responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'come rain or shine' mean?

Regardless of the circumstances Signup and view all the answers

If someone is 'determined to get it done', how are they feeling?

Motivated and resolute Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase indicates that someone tries to remember something but cannot recall it?

Off the top of my head Signup and view all the answers

How does the speaker feel about the teacher's pressure on students?

Critical and concerned Signup and view all the answers

What does it indicate when someone 'changes diets like changing TV channels'?

Indecisive and inconsistent Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

### Common B2 English Phrases

Spice up something - to add excitement or interest to something.
Have a lot on your plate - To be very busy with multiple tasks and projects.
Wrap your head around something - To understand something that may be complicated.
Come rain or shine - No matter what happens or no matter what the circumstances are.
I can relate - You understand someone's situation because you have also experienced it.
Can't help doing something - You can't stop yourself from doing that thing.
Under the sun - Everything that exists or is possible.
So far, so good - Things are going well up to this point in time.
Speak your mind - To say what you really think.
Take someone or something for granted - To not appreciate them enough.
Off the top of my head - Saying something without thinking too much about it, so haven't checked the facts.
Out of nowhere - Suddenly and unexpectedly.
Feel under the weather - To feel a little bit sick.

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Test your knowledge of common B2 English phrases with this quiz. Each question will challenge your understanding and usage of idiomatic expressions in English. Perfect for learners looking to enhance their vocabulary and conversational skills.