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What does the idiom 'to blow one's own trumpet' mean?
What does the idiom 'to blow one's own trumpet' mean?
- To speak positively about one's abilities (correct)
- To criticize someone else's performance
- To remain silent about personal accomplishments
- To be humble about one's achievements
What does the idiom 'for a song' imply?
What does the idiom 'for a song' imply?
- Selling something at a loss
- Receiving a gift from someone
- Buying something at an expensive price
- Getting something for a very low price (correct)
How is the term 'like a broken record' used in conversation?
How is the term 'like a broken record' used in conversation?
- To describe someone who is shy
- To compliment someone's singing ability
- To refer to someone who is annoying
- To talk about someone who repeats the same information (correct)
What is implied by the idiom 'to play second fiddle'?
What is implied by the idiom 'to play second fiddle'?
In what context would someone use the phrase 'to play it by ear'?
In what context would someone use the phrase 'to play it by ear'?
What does the idiom 'to change your tune' signify?
What does the idiom 'to change your tune' signify?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'rings a bell'?
What is the meaning of the phrase 'rings a bell'?
When is 'to play it by ear' considered a good strategy?
When is 'to play it by ear' considered a good strategy?
How would you use 'like a broken record' in a conversation?
How would you use 'like a broken record' in a conversation?
Which situation best exemplifies 'playing second fiddle'?
Which situation best exemplifies 'playing second fiddle'?
What scenario might prompt someone to 'change their tune'?
What scenario might prompt someone to 'change their tune'?
In which context would you most likely hear 'to blow one's own trumpet'?
In which context would you most likely hear 'to blow one's own trumpet'?
When is using 'for a song' most appropriate?
When is using 'for a song' most appropriate?
What does it mean if someone is deemed to be 'like a broken record' in a meeting?
What does it mean if someone is deemed to be 'like a broken record' in a meeting?
Study Notes
Idioms related to music
- To blow your own trumpet means to boast about your achievements or skills in a way that can be seen as arrogant.
- To get something for a song means to buy something for a very cheap price.
- To be like a broken record means to repeat the same thing over and over.
- To play second fiddle means to be in a less important position than someone else.
- To play it by ear means to make decisions based on a situation as it unfolds.
- To change your tune means to change your mind, often because the new way benefits you.
- To ring a bell means that something seems familiar but you can’t place it.
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Test your knowledge of idioms that are associated with music in this fun quiz! From boasting to affordability, discover the meanings behind expressions commonly used in everyday language. See how well you can recognize and apply these musical idioms.
