Lesson Objectives
In this lesson you’ll learn 5 expressions that we use in everyday English that originate from a range of STEM fields. The expressions you’ll learn are:
- A lightbulb moment
- To blow a fuse
- To push the envelope
- In your element
- It’s not rocket science
Task 1 – Definitions
Let’s start by learning what each of these expressions means. Match the expression to its definition.
Task 2 – The Origins of these Expressions
Let’s learn more about where these phrases come from.
Move your mouse over the image below to learn more about the origins of each expression.
Task 3
See how well you’ve understood these 5 expressions. Read each of these sentences and decide which expression fits best.
