Pewnie nie raz słyszałeś idiomy, których bohaterami były owady. Oto kilka znanych wyrażeń z robakami w roli głównej.
1. Have butterflies in your stomach - denerwować się, odczuwać lęk, tremę.
I always have butterflies in my stomach before an interview.
2. As busy as a bee - pracowity jak pszczółka
I'm currently preparing a mid-term report, so I'm as busy as a bee. Can we meet next week instead?
3. Pick up a bug - złapać wirusa
Sorry, I need to cancel our meeting. I picked up a bug last week.
4. Wouldn't hurt a fly- nie skrzywdziłby muchy
How can you suspect her? I know that she wouldn't hurt a fly.
5. Bug someone - zamęczać kogoś
I'm sorry to bug you, but could you please help me with this issue.