Best Books for Learning Idioms and Phrases

If you want to learn idioms and phrases in English, there are many great books available. Here are some of the best ones:

1. Cambridge Idioms Dictionary by Cambridge University Press

This comprehensive dictionary contains over 7,000 idioms used in British, American, and Australian English. It also provides explanations and examples of each idiom in context.

2. Oxford Idioms and Phrasal Verbs by Oxford University Press

This book is a great resource for intermediate to advanced learners of English. It covers over 6,000 idioms and phrasal verbs, and includes usage notes and example sentences.

3. English Idioms in Use by Cambridge University Press

This book is part of the popular “In Use” series and provides clear explanations and examples of common idioms and expressions. It also includes exercises to help learners practice using idioms in context.

4. McGraw-Hill’s Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs by Richard Spears

This dictionary includes over 24,000 idioms and phrasal verbs commonly used in American English. It also provides examples of each idiom in context.

5. Essential Idioms in English by Robert J. Dixson

This book covers over 500 essential idioms used in American English. It includes definitions, usage notes, and example sentences for each idiom.

These books are all excellent resources for anyone looking to improve their knowledge and understanding of idioms and phrases in English.

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