English Idioms

359 essential English idioms with meanings, origins, example sentences, and common mistakes. From A2 to C1.

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1Break a legGood luckB1 2Bite the bulletEndure a painful or difficult situationB2 3Spill the beansReveal a secretB1 4Burn the midnight oilWork late into the nightB2 5Cost an arm and a legBe very expensiveB1 6Once in a blue moonVery rarelyB1 7Under the weatherFeeling ill or unwellB1 8Bite off more than you can chewTake on more than you can handleB2 9Kill two birds with one stoneAchieve two things with a single actionB1 10Hit the sackGo to bedB1 11The best of both worldsEnjoy two advantages at the same timeB2 12Speak of the devilSaid when someone you were just talking about appearsB1 13See eye to eyeAgree with someoneB2 14Beat around the bushAvoid the main topic or pointB2 15The ball is in your courtIt is your decision or responsibility nowB2 16Miss the boatMiss an opportunityB1 17Add fuel to the fireMake a bad situation worseB2 18Sit on the fenceAvoid committing to one sideB2 19On the ballAlert, efficient, and quick to reactB2 20Go back to the drawing boardStart over from the beginningB2 21Pull somebody's legJoke or tease someoneB1 22The last strawThe final problem that causes a reactionB2 23Bark up the wrong treePursue a wrong or mistaken course of actionB2 24Take with a grain of saltBe sceptical about somethingC1 25Bite the dustFail or dieB2 26Give the benefit of the doubtTrust someone despite uncertaintyC1 27In the same boatIn the same difficult situationB1 28Pull yourself togetherCalm down and behave rationallyB2 29The tip of the icebergA small visible part of a much larger problemB2 30Actions speak louder than wordsWhat you do matters more than what you sayB1 31All in the same boatIn the same difficult situation as othersB1 32Bite the hand that feeds youHarm or criticise someone who helps youB2 33Blessing in disguiseSomething that seems bad at first but turns out to be goodB1 34Break the iceReduce tension in an awkward social situationB1 35Burn your bridgesDestroy your relationship or opportunities permanentlyB2 36Cry wolfGive a false alarm; raise unnecessary concernB1 37Cut cornersDo something the easy but poor-quality wayB2 38Every cloud has a silver liningEvery negative situation has a positive sideB1 39Face the musicAccept the consequences of your actionsB2 40Get out of handBecome uncontrolled or unmanageableB1 41Hit the nail on the headDescribe something exactly correctlyB1 42Jump on the bandwagonJoin a popular trend or activityB2 43Kick the bucketDie (informal, humorous)B1 44Let the cat out of the bagAccidentally reveal a secretB1 45No pain, no gainYou must work hard to achieve something worthwhileB1 46Once bitten, twice shyA bad experience makes you cautious in futureB2 47Piece of cakeSomething very easy to doB1 48The elephant in the roomAn obvious problem everyone avoids discussingB2 49Hit the Ground RunningStart something quickly and with full energyB2 50Keep an Eye on SomethingWatch or monitor something carefullyB1 51Lose Track of TimeFail to notice how much time has passedB1 52Make ends meetEarn just enough money to live onB2 53On the Tip of Your TongueAlmost remembered but not quite recalledB1 54Over the MoonExtremely happy or delightedB1 55Put Your Foot in Your MouthSay something tactless or embarrassing by mistakeB2 56Take the Bull by the HornsDeal with a difficult situation decisivelyB2 57Two Peas in a PodTwo people who are very similar to each otherB1 58Wear Your Heart on Your SleeveShow your emotions openly and honestlyB2 59Get Cold FeetBecome nervous and reluctant before doing somethingB1 60The Writing Is on the WallThere are clear signs that something bad will happenC1 61Jump the GunAct too soon before the right momentB2 62Let Sleeping Dogs LieAvoid bringing up old problems or conflictsB2 63Make a Long Story ShortGet to the point by leaving out detailsB1 64Not My Cup of TeaNot something you like or enjoyB1 65Wrap Your Head AroundUnderstand something complex or difficultB2 66You Reap What You SowYour actions and efforts determine your resultsB2 67Down-to-EarthPractical, sensible, and unpretentiousB1 68A Dime a DozenVery common and not special or rareB2 69Read between the linesFind the hidden meaning in somethingB2 70Cut to the chaseGet to the most important point without delayB2 71Rock the boatUpset a stable situation or cause troubleB2 72Rule of thumbA practical general principle based on experienceB2 73By the skin of your teethJust barely manage to do or escape somethingC1 74Get the ball rollingStart an activity or processB1 75Turn a blind eyeDeliberately ignore something you know is wrongB2 76In hot waterIn trouble or in a difficult situationB1 77Straight from the horse's mouthDirectly from the original or most reliable sourceC1 78Back to square oneHaving to start all over again from the beginningB1 79Add Insult to InjuryMake a bad situation worseB2 80Between a Rock and a Hard PlaceForced to choose between two equally bad optionsB2 81Close but No CigarNearly succeed but ultimately failB2 82Cool as a CucumberVery calm and composed under pressureB1 83Hit the JackpotWin big or achieve unexpected successB1 84In the Heat of the MomentActing emotionally without stopping to thinkB2 85On Thin IceIn a risky or precarious situationB2 86Pull Out All the StopsUse every possible effort to achieve somethingC1 87Rain on Someone's ParadeSpoil someone's happiness or plansB2 88Water Under the BridgePast events that are best forgotten or no longer relevantB2 89Set the Record StraightCorrect a misunderstanding or false informationB2 90Throw in the TowelGive up or admit defeatB2 91Step Up to the PlateTake responsibility and do what is neededB2 92Let the Dust SettleWait for a situation to calm down before actingB2 93Apple of my eyeSomeone you cherish and love above all othersB1 94Out of the blueSuddenly and unexpectedly, without warningB1 95Drawing a blankBe unable to remember or think of somethingB2 96Go the extra mileMake more effort than is required or expectedB2 97Hit the roadLeave or begin a journeyB1 98In a nutshellIn the briefest possible way; to summariseB1 99Keep your fingers crossedHope that things will go well; wish for good luckB1 100Leave no stone unturnedTry every possible option to achieve a goalC1 101See the lightFinally understand or accept something after a long timeB2 102Turn over a new leafChange your behaviour or habits for the betterB2 103Raining cats and dogsRaining very heavilyB1 104On cloud nineExtremely happy or elatedB1 105Caught red-handedCaught in the act of doing something wrongB2 106The whole nine yardsEverything; the full extent of somethingB2 107In the nick of timeAt the last possible momentB1 108Tie the knotTo get marriedB1 109Play devil's advocateArgue an opposing view to test an argumentB2 110Burn the candle at both endsExhaust yourself doing too muchB2 111Throw caution to the windAct recklessly, ignoring riskB2 112When pigs flySomething that will never happenB1 113Bend over backwardsTry very hard to help or please someoneB2 114Bite your tongueStop yourself from saying somethingB1 115Call it a dayStop working on something for nowB1 116Cut someone some slackBe less harsh; give someone leewayB2 117Hit the booksStudy hardB1 118Keep your chin upStay positive in a difficult situationB1 119Let bygones be bygonesForgive and forget past quarrelsB2 120Pull the wool over someone's eyesDeceive someoneB2 121Under the radarWithout attracting attentionB2 122Up in the airUncertain, not yet decidedB1 123Cut the mustardReach the required standardB2 124Jump through hoopsDo many difficult things to achieve somethingB2 125The bottom lineThe most important fact; the final totalB2 126Par for the courseWhat you would normally expect to happenB2 127A storm in a teacupA lot of fuss about something trivialB2 128Cost a pretty pennyBe very expensiveB1 129Bury the hatchetMake peace; end a quarrelB2 130The icing on the cakeAn extra good thing on top of something goodB1 131A bitter pill to swallowAn unpleasant fact you must acceptB2 132Throw someone under the busBetray someone for your own benefitB2 133The Calm Before the StormA quiet period before trouble or chaosB2 134A Taste of Your Own MedicineThe same bad treatment you give to othersB2 135Cross That Bridge When You Come to ItDeal with a problem only when it happensB2 136Don't Count Your ChickensDo not rely on something before it happensB1 137The Early Bird Catches the WormThose who act early gain an advantageB1 138Every Dog Has Its DayEveryone gets a chance to succeed eventuallyB2 139A Penny for Your ThoughtsAsking what someone is thinking aboutB2 140The Grass Is Always GreenerOther situations seem better than your ownB2 141Don't Put All Your Eggs in One BasketDo not risk everything on a single thingB1 142A Leopard Can't Change Its SpotsPeople cannot change their basic natureB2 143A piece of the pieA share of something valuableB2 144Cry over spilt milkBe upset about something that cannot be changedB1 145A chip on your shoulderA lasting feeling of resentment or bitternessB2 146The tables have turnedThe situation has reversedB2 147A drop in the oceanA tiny, insignificant amountB1 148A frog in your throatA temporary difficulty speaking clearlyB1 149The cream of the cropThe very best of a groupB2 150A wolf in sheep's clothingSomeone hiding a harmful natureB2 151A slap on the wristA very mild punishment or warningB2 152Bend the rulesApply rules loosely or flexiblyB1 153A breath of fresh airSomeone or something refreshingly newB1 154Jump out of your skinBe suddenly startled or frightenedB1 155The best thing since sliced breadAn excellent new idea, product, or inventionB2 156A house of cardsA fragile plan that can easily collapseB2 157A fish out of waterSomeone who feels uncomfortable or out of place in an unfamiliar situationB1 158The apple doesn't fall far from the treeChildren tend to resemble their parents in character or behaviourB1 159Cut from the same clothVery similar to one another in character, attitude, or backgroundB2 160The pot calling the kettle blackCriticising someone for a fault you have yourselfB2 161A needle in a haystackSomething that is extremely difficult to findB1 162Throw the baby out with the bathwaterTo lose something valuable while trying to get rid of something unwantedC1 163Put the cart before the horseTo do things in the wrong orderB2 164You can't judge a book by its coverYou should not form an opinion based only on outward appearanceB1 165A tough nut to crackA difficult problem to solve or a person hard to understand or persuadeB2 166The luck of the drawA result that depends purely on chance rather than skill or choiceB2 167Wear many hatsTo have several different roles or responsibilitiesB2 168Have a bone to pickTo have a complaint or grievance to discuss with someoneB2 169Method in the madnessThere is a sensible reason behind behaviour that seems crazyC1 170The real McCoyThe genuine article, not a copy or imitationC1 171Against the ClockWorking as fast as possible to beat a deadlineB2 172Behind the ScenesOut of public view; happening privately or in secretB2 173Break EvenReach a point where income exactly covers costsB2 174By HeartMemorised so thoroughly you can recall it without notesB2 175Cut and DriedAlready decided; clear and leaving no room for doubtB2 176Fall FlatFail to produce the intended effect; be unimpressiveB2 177Have Your Cake and Eat ItWant to enjoy two incompatible advantages at the same timeB2 178In the DarkUnaware of or uninformed about something importantB2 179Keep a Low ProfileAvoid attracting attention or publicityB2 180Level the Playing FieldCreate equal conditions or opportunities for everyoneB2 181No Strings AttachedWithout conditions, obligations, or hidden requirementsB2 182Pull StringsUse personal influence or connections to gain an advantageB2 183Ahead of the CurveMore advanced or progressive than othersB2 184All or NothingEither fully committed or not at all; no middle groundB1 185Bang for Your BuckGood value for the money spentB2 186The Bigger PictureThe wider context or overall situation, beyond the immediate detailsB2 187Birds of a FeatherPeople with similar interests who naturally spend time togetherB1 188Blow the WhistleReport wrongdoing or unethical behaviour to an authorityB2 189Break the MouldDo something in a new and original way, departing from established patternsB2 190Catch Someone Off GuardSurprise someone when they are not prepared or alertB2 191Change of HeartA reversal of one's feelings, attitude, or decisionB1 192Cutting EdgeAt the most advanced or innovative stage of developmentB2 193Dead RingerSomeone or something that looks exactly like another person or thingB2 194Double-Edged SwordSomething that has both advantages and disadvantagesB2 195Feast or FamineAlternating extremes of abundance and scarcity; nothing in betweenB2 196Get to the PointStop talking about irrelevant things and say what is most importantB1 197Give Someone the Cold ShoulderDeliberately ignore or snub someoneB2 198Good SamaritanA person who voluntarily helps a stranger in needB1 199Gut FeelingA strong intuitive sense about something that cannot be explained by logicB1 200Keep the Ball RollingMaintain momentum or progress; keep an activity or process goingB2 201Know Something Inside OutKnow something extremely thoroughly in every detailB2 202Ace in the holeA hidden advantage kept in reserve until neededC1 203Against all oddsDespite very low chances of successB2 204All at seaCompletely confused or disorganisedB2 205At a crossroadsAt a point where an important decision must be madeB2 206Blow your own trumpetBoast about your own achievementsB2 207Burn your bridgesPermanently destroy a relationship or future opportunityB2 208Call a spade a spadeSpeak plainly and directly without softening the truthB2 209Cold turkeyAbruptly stopping a habit or addiction without gradual reductionB2 210Dig your own graveDo something that causes your own downfall or failureB2 211Don't bite the hand that feeds youDo not harm or criticise those who support or help youB2 212Drop the ballMake a mistake or fail to do something expected of youB2 213Easy come easy goThings gained without effort are also lost without much concernB1 214Fish out of waterSomeone who feels out of place in an unfamiliar environmentB1 215Fly by the seat of your pantsAct without a plan, relying on instinct and improvisationC1 216Get the show on the roadStart an activity or project that has been plannedB2 217Give someone a piece of your mindSpeak angrily or critically to someone about their behaviourB2 218Blow off steamRelease pent-up energy, anger, or stressB1 219Bury your head in the sandRefuse to face an unpleasant reality by ignoring itB2 220Curiosity killed the catBeing too nosy can lead to trouble or harmB1 221Practice makes perfectRepeated effort is the best way to improve a skillB1 222Steal someone's thunderTake attention or credit away from someone elseB2 223A Necessary EvilSomething unpleasant that must be accepted to achieve a desired resultB2 224A Red HerringSomething that misleads or distracts from the real issueB2 225Above BoardCompletely honest, open, and legalB2 226Across the BoardApplying to everyone or everything in a group equallyB2 227At LoggerheadsIn strong disagreement or conflict with someoneC1 228Between the LinesThe hidden or implied meaning behind what is said or writtenB2 229By the BookStrictly following the rules or official procedureB2 230Call the ShotsBe in charge and make the important decisionsB2 231Draw the LineSet a limit on what you are willing to accept or doB2 232Fall into PlaceSuddenly become clear or start working out as it shouldB2 233Get Off Scot-FreeEscape punishment or consequences entirelyB2 234Have the Upper HandBe in a position of advantage or control over someoneB2 235In a PickleIn a difficult or awkward situationB1 236Keep an Eye OnWatch or monitor someone or something carefullyB1 237Lose the PlotBecome confused, irrational, or lose control of a situationB2 238On the FenceUndecided or unwilling to commit to one side of an issueB2 239Pay Lip Service ToExpress agreement or support without genuinely meaning it or acting on itC1 240Take It with a Pinch of SaltBe sceptical and not believe something completelyB2 241Twist Someone's ArmPersuade or pressure someone to do something they are reluctant to doB2 242Bark up the wrong treeTo pursue a mistaken course of actionB1 243Blow a fuseTo suddenly lose your temperB1 244Carry the torchTo continue someone's important work or causeB2 245Drive a hard bargainTo negotiate firmly to get the best dealB2 246Fall from graceTo lose favour or respected statusB2 247Give someone a run for their moneyTo compete seriously against a stronger opponentB2 248Hold all the cardsTo have all the advantages in a situationB2 249Miss the markTo fail to achieve the intended goalB1 250Not have a leg to stand onTo have no reasoning to support your positionB2 251On the tip of one's tongueA word you can almost but not quite rememberB1 252Pay through the noseTo pay an excessively high priceB1 253Pour oil on troubled watersTo calm a difficult or tense situationC1 254Raise the barTo set a higher standard of expectationB1 255Run out of steamTo lose energy and momentumB1 256At the drop of a hatImmediately, without hesitationB2 257Best of both worldsThe advantages of two different things at onceB1 258Don't judge a book by its coverDon't judge something by appearance aloneA2 259Tip of the icebergA small visible part of a much larger problemB2 260Back in the saddleReturning to a job or routine after a breakB2 261Beat a dead horseKeep discussing something already settled or hopelessB2 262Burst your bubbleSpoil someone's happy mood with an unwelcome truthB2 263Close to homeAffecting you personally because it relates to your own lifeB2 264Food for thoughtSomething that makes you think seriouslyB1 265Go with the flowRelax and accept a situation as it happensB1 266Hold your horsesWait a moment; slow downB1 267In the loopIncluded in the group who receive informationB2 268Jack of all tradesA person who can do many different jobs reasonably wellB2 269Make a mountain out of a molehillTreat a minor problem as much more serious than it isB2 270On a rollExperiencing a period of continued successB1 271On the moneyExactly right or accurateB2 272Out of the loopNot included in the group who know about somethingB2 273Raise the stakesIncrease the risk, importance, or reward of a situationB2 274Read the roomSense the mood or reactions of people around youB2 275Sit tightWait patiently without taking actionB1 276The lion's shareThe largest part or majority of somethingB2 277Under your beltAlready gained or completed, and available to rely onB2 278Up in armsVery angry and ready to protest stronglyB2 279Wing itTo do something without preparation, improvising as you goB1 280All hands on deckEveryone is needed to help with an urgent situationB2 281Blow hot and coldKeep changing your opinion or enthusiasm about somethingB2 282A can of wormsA situation that creates even more problems once examinedB2 283Change your tuneChange your opinion or behaviour, often after realising you were wrongB2 284Clear the airResolve a misunderstanding by talking about it openlyB2 285Come cleanAdmit the truth after a period of hiding itB2 286Dead in the waterCompletely unable to move forward or succeedB2 287Fight fire with fireRespond to an attack using the same tactics as the attackerB2 288Fly off the handleSuddenly become very angryB2 289Get the hang of somethingLearn how to do something through practiceB1 290Go against the grainAct in a way that is contrary to what is normal or expectedB2 291Hang in thereKeep trying despite a difficult situationB1 292Hit a brick wallReach a point where no further progress is possibleB2 293Know the ropesBe experienced and competent in a particular activityB2 294On the same pageIn agreement or sharing the same understandingB1 295Pass the buckShift responsibility for something to someone elseB2 296Put your best foot forwardMake the best possible impressionB2 297Take it with a grain of saltBe sceptical and not believe something completelyB2 298Think outside the boxThink creatively beyond usual or expected approachesB2 299Up to speedHaving the most recent information or performing at the required levelB1 300A golden opportunityAn excellent chance to do something that is unlikely to happen againB1 301Break the bankCost far more money than someone can affordB1 302Hold waterBe logical and stand up to close examinationB2 303Down in the dumpsFeeling sad or low, usually temporarilyA2 304Drive someone up the wallAnnoy someone so much they can barely stand itB1 305Get your act togetherOrganise yourself and start behaving sensiblyB1 306Out of the woodsNo longer in danger or difficultyB2 307Light at the end of the tunnelA sign that a difficult situation is finally endingB2 308Smell a ratSuspect that something is wrong or dishonestB2 309Take the plungeFinally decide to do something important or riskyB2 310Up the creek without a paddleIn a very difficult situation with no clear way outB2 311When it rains, it poursProblems or events tend to happen all at onceB2 312Close callA situation where something bad was narrowly avoidedB1 313Fit as a fiddleIn very good health and physical conditionB1 314Hang by a threadIn a very uncertain or precarious stateB2 315A lot on your plateHaving many responsibilities or problems at onceB1 316Know something like the back of your handKnow a place or subject extremely wellB2 317Not the sharpest tool in the shedNot very intelligent, said humorouslyB2 318On the same wavelengthThinking in a similar way to someone elseB2 319Put your foot downState firmly that something must or must not happenB2 320Ring a bellSound familiar or remind you of somethingA2 321Let your hair downRelax and enjoy yourself without being formalB1 322At the eleventh hourAt the very last possible momentB2 323Cut your lossesStop doing something before it gets worseB2 324Make a splashAttract a lot of attention or make a strong impressionB1 325Put your money where your mouth isBack up what you say with real actionB2 326Run in the familyBe a common trait among family membersB1 327Spread yourself too thinTry to do too many things at onceB2 328Take the wind out of your sailsSuddenly take away someone's confidence or energyB2 329The devil is in the detailsThe small details are often the hardest partB2 330Throw your hat in the ringAnnounce that you are entering a competitionB2 331Up to your neckDeeply involved in something difficultB1 332Walk on eggshellsBehave very cautiously to avoid upsetting someoneB2 333Under the gunUnder great pressure to meet a deadlineB2 334Keep your cards close to your chestKeep your plans or opinions secretB2 335Back against the wallIn a very difficult situation with few options leftB2 336Get your ducks in a rowOrganise things properly before startingB1 337Take a rain checkPolitely decline now but accept another timeB1 338On the rocksIn serious trouble and likely to failB2 339Under wrapsKept secret and not revealed yetB2 340Up in smokePlans or effort completely wasted or destroyedB2 341Keep someone at arm's lengthAvoid becoming too closely involved with someoneB2 342Take something at face valueAccept something as it appears, without questioning itB2 343Break a sweatMake a big effort or work hardB1 344Bring home the baconEarn money to support a familyB2 345Call it quitsDecide to stop doing something, or end a relationshipB1 346A chip off the old blockA child who closely resembles a parent in character or behaviourB2 347Down to the wireNot decided until the very last momentB2 348Eat your wordsAdmit that something you said was wrongB2 349Green with envyExtremely jealousB1 350In the knowHaving access to special or privileged informationB1 351Kill timeDo something to make time pass while waitingA2 352Last but not leastUsed to introduce the final item in a list, stressing it is still importantA2 353Let someone off the hookRelease someone from a difficult situation or an obligationB1 354A long shotSomething unlikely to succeedB2 355Make a sceneCause a public embarrassing disturbance or emotional outburstB1 356Mind your own businessUsed to tell someone to stop interfering in others' affairsB1 357Once in a lifetimeAn extremely rare and special opportunity or experienceB1 358Out of this worldExtremely good, amazingB1 359Over the topExcessive, exaggerated beyond reasonable limitsB1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an idiom in English?

An idiom is a phrase or expression whose meaning cannot be understood from the literal meanings of its individual words. For example, 'break a leg' does not mean to injure yourself — it means 'good luck'. English has thousands of idioms that are essential for natural, fluent communication.

Why are idioms important to learn?

Idioms are everywhere in everyday English — in films, news, conversations, and books. Understanding them helps you comprehend native speakers and sound more natural yourself. They are also frequently tested in IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge English examinations.

What CEFR level do I need to understand idioms?

Most common idioms are introduced at B1 (intermediate) level. More complex idioms appear at B2 and C1. Learners at A1 and A2 are not usually expected to know idioms, but may encounter very common ones in context.

How many English idioms are there?

English has over 25,000 idioms according to some estimates. However, a working vocabulary of 200–500 of the most common idioms will cover the vast majority of everyday communication situations.

What is the difference between an idiom and a phrasal verb?

A phrasal verb is a verb combined with a preposition or adverb that creates a new meaning (e.g. 'give up', 'look after'). An idiom is a longer, fixed phrase whose meaning is completely figurative (e.g. 'break a leg', 'once in a blue moon'). Some phrasal verbs are also idiomatic. You may also want to explore English collocations — fixed word combinations that sit between single vocabulary items and full idioms.

Can I use idioms in formal writing?

Generally, no. Idioms are typically informal and are best suited to spoken English, casual writing, and creative texts. In formal reports, academic essays, or official letters, plain, precise language is preferred over idiomatic expressions.

How do I learn idioms effectively?

The best approach is to learn idioms in context: read example sentences, listen for them in podcasts and films, and practise using them in your own sentences. Tools like LexFizz's Flip Tiles and Flash Cards exercises help you memorise idioms through active recall. For idioms used in professional settings, see our guide to business English phrases. You can also quiz yourself on vocabulary to reinforce what you have learned.

Do idioms change over time?

Yes. Some older idioms fall out of use, and new ones emerge constantly — especially from sport, technology, and popular culture. The idioms on LexFizz are current and widely used in contemporary English.

Are English idioms the same in American and British English?

Many idioms are shared across varieties, but some differ. For example, British English uses 'touch wood' while American English uses 'knock on wood'. Both mean the same thing — hoping for good luck. Context usually makes the meaning clear regardless of dialect.

Where can I practise English idioms?

LexFizz offers Flip Tiles and Flash Cards exercises that are great for practising idioms. You can also explore the Grammar Glossary for definitions of language terms, and the blog for articles on common English expressions.