Describing People - Healthiness

Explore English idioms that relate to healthiness, including "safe and sound" and "in shape".

Review

Flashcards

Quiz

Start learning

safe and sound

[phrase]

not damaged or injured in any way

Ex: After a long journey , the children arrived at their grandparents ' safe and sound.

(as) healthy as a horse

[phrase]

used to describe someone that is in a prime state of health or physical stability

Ex: Oliver, despite his age, is healthy as a horse.

(as) right as rain

[phrase]

used to suggest that someone or something has fully recovered or is in good working condition

Ex: The repairman fixed the faulty wiring, and now the electrical system in the house was functioning as right as rain.

(as) strong as an ox

[phrase]

used to refer to someone with an immense amount of strength

Ex: She will be strong as an oak if she keeps up with her rigorous training routine .

in the pink of condition

[phrase]

(of a person) in a very healthy physical state

Ex: Emily had just recovered from her illness and was now in the pink of health.

up and about

[phrase]

used to refer to someone who has recovered from an illness or injury and is no longer in bed

Ex: Despite the recent surgery , Emma up and around, taking short walks and gradually resuming her daily activities under the guidance of her healthcare provider .

in shape

[phrase]

(of a person) having a healthy or fit body

Ex: He spends weekends hiking to keep in shape.

on one's feet

[phrase]

in good health after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The accident left Peter with a broken leg , but thanks to a successful surgery and intensive rehabilitation , he was able to on his feet and resume his active lifestyle .

(as) good as gold

[phrase]

(of a person) having good health or positive outlook on life

Ex: Despite facing challenges , she as good as gold and always has a smile on her face .

on the mend

[phrase]

used to refer to someone who is starting to get or feel better after a period of illness or injury

Ex: The young athlete suffered a sprained ankle during the game , but with proper treatment and rehabilitation , sheon the mend and eager to get back on the field .

rosy about the gills

[phrase]

healthy or cheerful in appearance

Ex: The students came back from recess , rosy around the gills and full of energy .

to regain one's feet

[phrase]

to manage to stand upright after taking a fall or being knocked down

Ex: He regained his feet and continued on but was hit again, this time in the leg.

beauty sleep

[noun]

the sleep that is believed to be necessary for maintaining one's physical appearance and overall health

Ex: Emily always ensures she gets her beauty sleep to maintain her radiant complexion .

Describing People

Download LanGeek app

Langeek

Describing People - Healthiness