ONE-MINUTE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LESSON: take it with a pinch of salt

This is a short video explaining to English language students how to use the common phrase TAKE IT WITH A PINCH OF SALT. The video tells a story about the government’s official coronavirus figures and why it’s a good idea to be skeptical about them. It’s designed for students learning English as a foreign language and is part of a series that looks at everyday English and common words and phrases used in spoken English - and British English in particular. It includes a story, an explanation of the common idiom and some examples which will help EFL students understand and use the lexical item. It’s suitable for students studying for the IELTS, Cambridge First Certificate (FCE), Cambridge Advanced (CAE) and Cambridge Proficiency (CPE) exams. It will also help anyone who wants to improve their knowledge of English idioms, English vocabulary and English grammar. English teachers may also find it helpful.