idiomatic expressions

Idiomatic expressions are phrases whose meanings aren't literal but culturally understood, like "kick the bucket" meaning "to die." They often use figurative language to convey ideas more vividly or colorfully than straightforward words. For example, "break the ice" means to start a conversation in a tense situation, not literally breaking ice. Understanding idioms helps in grasping the true intent behind conversations, literature, or media. They add richness to language but can be confusing for non-native speakers because their meaning isn’t obvious from the individual words.