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Tiếng Việt

Idioms starting with H

Each card gives the idiom's meaning and one example of it in use. Open one for the Vietnamese expression that comes closest.

18 idioms

  • Hit the ground running

    Work and Business

    To start something new with immediate energy and effect.

    Example: She hit the ground running in her first week.

  • Hit the nail on the head

    Communication and Mind

    To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem.

    Example: You hit the nail on the head — the problem is the deadline, not the team.

  • Hit the sack

    To go to bed.

    Example: It's midnight, I'm going to hit the sack.

  • Hold all the cards

    Work and Business

    To have all the advantages in a situation.

    Example: With the patent, they hold all the cards.

  • Hold your horses

    Time and Life

    Wait a moment; do not rush.

    Example: Hold your horses — we have not heard the whole story yet.

  • Honesty is the best policy

    Communication and Mind

    Telling the truth is always the wisest course of action.

    Example: He told the client about the delay immediately — honesty is the best policy.