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Brain and mind idioms

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  • "Pick someone’s brain". Example: I need to "pick your brain" about which college courses to take next semester.
    To ask someone for advice or information, usually because they are knowledgeable about a particular subject.
  • "Wrap one’s mind around something". Example: It took me a while to "wrap my mind around" the concept of fractions in math class.
    To understand or comprehend something difficult or complex.
  • "Brain drain". Example: The "brain drain" from the small town to the big city is affecting its growth."
    The loss of skilled or educated people from a particular place or organization.
  • "Birdbrain". Example: I wouldn't expect her to understand, she's definitely a "birdbrain".
    A stupid person.
  • "Brainiac". Example: Sarah’s brother is a real "brainiac"; he always gets top grades in school..
    Someone who is extremely intelligent or knowledgeable.
  • "A load off your mind". Example: Finding my missing backpack was a load off my mind.
    A relief from worry.
  • "Rack one's brain." Example: Tim "racked his brain" trying to remember where he left his homework.
    To think hard in order to remember or solve a problem.
  • "Have something on the brain." Example: You've got cars "on the brain". Can't we talk about something else for a change?
    To not be able to stop thinking or talking about one particular thing.
  • "Brain trust". Example: The president relies on his "brain trust" for guidance on important matters.
    A group of experts or intellectuals who provide advice or solutions to problems.
  • "Narrow-minded". Example: His "narrow-minded" view of the world prevented him from understanding other cultures.
    Unwilling to consider ideas or opinions different from your own.
  • "Brain freeze". Example: Sarah got a "brain freeze" from eating her ice cream too fast.
    A sudden headache or discomfort caused by consuming something cold, like ice cream, too quickly.
  • "Brain fart". Example: Tim had a "brain fart" and forgot his own phone number for a moment.
    A temporary mental lapse or forgetfulness.
  • "Slip your mind". Example: I meant to bring my homework, but it "slipped my mind".
    To forget something.
  • "Change your mind". Example: I was going to stay home, but I "changed my mind".
    To decide something different.
  • "Make up your mind". Example: I can’t "make up my mind" between pizza or tacos for dinner.
    To decide something.
  • "All brawn and no brain". Example: Donald is a good football player, but he is "all brawn and no brain".
    To be physically strong but not very intelligent.
  • "Brain teaser". Example: Tom loves solving "brain teasers" in his spare time.
    A puzzle or problem that is challenging and requires creative thinking to solve.
  • "No-brainer". Example: Taking that job over the one I had was a "no-brainer".
    Something so simple or obvious that you do not need to think much about it.
  • "Brainwave". Example: Sarah had a "brainwave" about how to improve her essay while taking a walk.
    A sudden clever idea or inspiration.
  • "Brainchild". Example: The new product was the "brainchild" of the company’s research and development team.
    An idea, invention, or project that is the result of one’s creative thinking.
  • "Brainwash". Example: The cult leader tried to "brainwash" his followers into believing his teachings.
    To manipulate or influence someone’s thoughts or beliefs through propaganda or persuasion.
  • "Food for thought". Example: Thank you for your suggestion – it gave us a lot of "food for thought".
    Something worth thinking seriously about.
  • "Brainstorm". Example: Sarah and her classmates had a "brainstorming" session to come up with ideas for their science project.
    To generate ideas or solutions through intense and creative thinking.
  • "Brainpower". Example: Tom used his "brainpower" to solve the difficult math problem.
    Intellectual ability or mental capacity.
  • "Blow your mind". Example: Yesterday's class "blew my mind".
    To amaze or surprise you.
  • "Speak your mind". Example: He always "speaks his mind", even when it’s not popular.
    To say what you are thinking.
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