Body Idioms
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About Body Idioms
Test your knowledge of common English idioms involving body parts — from cold feet to breaking a leg! This free word games activity is built for older adults who want clear, readable browser-based games without sign-up friction.
Word games are useful for vocabulary, reading confidence, and language-focused problem-solving at a comfortable pace. This quiz includes 15 questions, so it works well as a quick session or as part of a longer brain-training routine. A printable version is available if you prefer offline play or want to share the game at home, in a classroom, or in a group setting.
About Body Idioms
Body Idioms is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Test your knowledge of common English idioms involving body parts — from cold feet to breaking a leg! A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. What does the idiom 'cold feet' mean?
Answer: Losing one's nerve or becoming afraid
2. If someone tells an actor to 'break a leg,' what are they wishing them?
Answer: Good luck
3. What does 'cost an arm and a leg' mean?
Answer: To be extremely expensive
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Body Idioms?
Body Idioms has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Body Idioms free to play?
Yes. The entire SeniorBrainGames catalog — including Body Idioms — is free, with no sign-up required, no time limits, and no ads on top of the game. It also works offline once the page has loaded once.
How long does Body Idioms take?
Most players finish Body Idioms in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Body Idioms?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
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