Not My Cup of Tea...

The term, “cup of tea” is an idiom here. An idiom is an expression that has acquired a meaning that differs from the literal sense or meaning. In this case, “cup of tea” means: something one enjoys or is good at. If an activity is not “your cup of tea,” then that means you do not like it.

We use lots of idioms in language that could be easily misunderstood without the right interpretation of meaning, this is why, if we do not understand what something means, it is good to find out. Don't be afraid to ask questions, especially if you think something to be odd or simply do not understand what something is or does.

If you don’t, you might find yourself “barking up the wrong tree.” (Another idiom meaning that you believe the wrong explanation or definition for something.)

Other interesting idioms:


Put your money where your mouth is.

Please, don't beat around the bush.

She has a bee in her bonnet.

It will be a barrel of laughs.

That will cost an arm and a leg.

Think outside the box.

Be careful not to spill the beans!

Don't get all bent out of shape.

If you are late for work, you might get fired.

It's time to hit the hay.

Let's shoot the breeze a while.

It's raining cats and dogs outside.

I'll be there with bells on.

You are making a mountain our of a molehill.

Could you lend me a hand?

This will be a crash course.

I better hit the books!...

Okay, that's all I will do.

Drop me a line sometime....