Fixed expressions
Idioms
English fixed expressions — phrases whose meaning isn't obvious from the individual words. Each entry shows the meaning, an example sentence, and its register.
Idioms containing home, including its inflections. Clear word filter
5 idioms
bring home the bacon
CEFR B2To earn the money that supports a household.
Informal
hit home
CEFR B2make someone fully understand or feel the importance of something
Neutral
take home message
CEFR B2the main point or lesson you should remember from something
Neutral
home and dry
CEFR C1successfully completed or achieved, with the main risks safely past
Neutral
keep the home fires burning
CEFR C1maintain the home and its familiar routines while someone is away
Neutral