Speakout b2+ 3B Idiomatic phrases: emotions

Drives me up the wall

Makes me very annoyed or angry

Have butterflies in my stomach

Feel very nervous or excited about something

Tearing our hair out

Feeling very worried, upset, or frustrated because you can’t solve a problem

Killed myself laughing

Laughed a lot; found something extremely funny

Lost her temper

Suddenly became very angry

Was on edge

Feeling nervous, tense, or unable to relax

Kick myself

Feel angry or disappointed with yourself for doing something wrong or foolish

A real pain

Something or someone that is very annoying or inconvenient

Pumped about

Very excited or enthusiastic about something

Bursting with pride

Extremely proud; full of pride and happiness

Shaken up

Very shocked or upset, usually after a disturbing event

Down in the dumps

Feeling sad, depressed, or discouraged

On cloud nine

Extremely happy or joyful

Sick to death of

Very annoyed or fed up with something or someone

Scared stiff

Extremely frightened or terrified

Made my day

Made me feel very happy or pleased