Meaning
To have your head in the clouds is to be daydreaming, impractical, being distracted, or out of touch with the world. Often times to the point of being very unhelpful or counterproductive.
Similar words: Absent-minded, scatterbrained, preoccupied, unaware, out of touch with reality, to be in the dark, to be on another planet.
Example
What’s with the student’s today? They all seem to have their head in the clouds.
I wonder if he’s been daydreaming about his upcoming vacation. He’s got his head in the clouds lately.
I’ve seen people walk with their faces glued to their phones but this guy has got his head in the clouds.
You’ve got your heart in the right place, but you’ve got your head in the clouds. You’d better get it together.
Quiz
What is an Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Idioms are not just used in conversations – they’re also very common in literature, movies, and music. We utilize them to convey a message in a concise and effective manner, and often have deep cultural or historical significance. They help to create a vivid and memorable image in the minds of the audience.
Idioms are difficult because they do not mean what they literally state. Communication challenges emerge when you translate an idiom in your language; it will not make sense or if it does make sense you may miss the intended meaning.
How to Study Idioms
- Read them. Read books, newspapers, magazine articles, online articles for exposure in written material.
- Watch them. Watch TV shows and movies in English! There are so many streaming services available for you to choose from. Listen attentively and try to understand the context in which they are used.
- Use them. Talk to native speakers and try to incorporate common idioms into your conversations. Try using them during conversations with friends, family, coworkers, or through text.
- Practice. Practice. Practice. Remember that you can’t learn all of them! So start with a few that you understand and build your library of idioms from there!
