phrase of the day
today's phrase is:
To scratch the surface
24/05/2025
Meaning:
To deal with or discover only a small part of something, without going deeper or understanding the whole thing. It often implies that there is much more to learn or explore.
Examples:
- Her presentation was interesting, but it only scratched the surface of the topic. I wish she had gone into more detail.
- After a week in Japan, I felt like I’d barely scratched the surface of its culture and traditions.”
Discussion:
- Think of a skill you’ve started learning (e.g., a language, instrument, or hobby). Do you feel you’ve scratched the surface or mastered it? What makes you say that?
- Describe a time you realized you’d only scratched the surface of someone’s personality—what surprised you later?
Social media often lets us scratch the surface of others’ lives. What’s something you wish people shared more authentically?
“Networking events only let you scratch the surface of professional connections.” Do you agree? Why or why not?
