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Interactions - Gratitude & Ingratitude
Dive into English idioms regarding gratitude and ingratitude, like "put in a word for" and "look a gift horse in the mouth".
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![to [thank] {one's} lucky stars](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44556/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [thank] {one's} lucky stars")
to thank one's lucky stars
[phrase]
to feel really grateful, particularly because something dangerous or unpleasant did not happen
Ex: She thanked her lucky stars that she had packed an umbrella when it started raining during her outdoor event.
![to [count] {one's} blessings](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44578/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [count] {one's} blessings")
to count one's blessings
[phrase]
to try to appreciate and cherish all the good things one has in one's life
Ex: At the end of each day, he made it a habit to count his blessings and find reasons to be grateful.
![to [bite] the hand that [feed] {sb}](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44576/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [bite] the hand that [feed] {sb}")
to bite the hand that feed somebody
[phrase]
to be ungrateful to the person who has helped one by mistreating or betraying them
Ex: The athlete's ungrateful comments about his coach were seen as biting the hand that had nurtured his talent and career.
![to [look] a gift horse in the mouth](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44580/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [look] a gift horse in the mouth")
to look for faults in a gift, favor, or opportunity that has been given to one, in a way that shows ingratitude
Ex: They were given a rare antique book as a gift and, knowing its value, decided not to look a gift horse in the mouth but to cherish the thoughtful present.
![to [make] {sth} count](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44582/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [make] {sth} count")
to make something count
[phrase]
to use something in the most effective or productive way
Ex: In their relationship, they both wanted to make every moment count and create lasting memories together.
![to [put] in a (good|) word for {sb}](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/40695/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [put] in a (good|) word for {sb}")
to put in a (good) word for somebody
[phrase]
to talk highly of someone as a way of helping them get an advantage, such as succeeding in a job interview
Ex: When applying for the scholarship, her teacher was more than willing to put in a word for her exceptional dedication to academics.
![to [take] {sb/sth} for granted](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44572/thumb/350?type=jpeg "to [take] {sb/sth} for granted")
to not appreciate a person or thing because one thinks one will never lose them
Ex: Many people only appreciate good health when they have taken it for granted and then face a health scare.
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