Clothing Idioms in English: Hat, Boots and Shoes

Clothes are not just for wearing, they also appear in many English idioms. In this video, you will learn three clothing idioms native speakers use in everyday conversation. First, 'hat' becomes 'old hat'. Something that is old hat is outdated or no longer interesting because everyone already knows it. For example: That trend is old hat now. Second, 'boots' becomes 'shake in your boots'. To shake in your boots means to be very scared or nervous. For example: I was shaking in my boots before the interview. Third, 'shoes' becomes 'fill someone's shoes'. To fill someone's shoes means to replace a person who was important or very skilled and do their job as well as they did. For example: Our old manager was amazing, it will be hard to fill her shoes. These idioms are useful in conversations about work, fashion, technology and emotions. 'Fill someone's shoes' is especially common when people leave jobs or retire. Watch the video, follow the gestures, and repeat each idiom with its meaning. Then try to use one of them today in a message or conversation. Practicing idioms in real situations is the fastest way to remember them.