Native English “Nerve” Idioms Explained (Get on My Nerves, Hit a Nerve, Keep Your Nerve)

🎙️Ever wondered what it really means when someone says you are “getting on their nerves” or that you “hit a nerve”? In this episode of the Learn English Podcast, we explore real, everyday English idioms that use the word “nerve” and break down exactly what they mean in natural conversation.

You will learn how native speakers use expressions like “get on someone’s nerves,” “have the nerve,” “find your nerve,” and “keep your nerve,” with clear explanations and real-life examples. This episode is designed for B1–B2 English learners who want to understand spoken English more easily and sound more natural when they speak.

If you enjoy learning through practical examples and real situations, this episode will help you improve your listening skills, expand your vocabulary, and communicate with more confidence in English.

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) Get on someone’s nerves – To annoy or irritate someone.

2) Work someone’s nerves – To be irritating or annoying

3) Get on someone’s last nerve – To be extremely annoying to the point where the person is about to take action

4) Touch a nerve / Hit a nerve / Strike a nerve – To say or do something that causes a strong emotional reaction

5) Have the nerve to (do something) – To be bold or disrespectful in an unreasonable way

6) The nerve (of someone) – A shortened version of "have the nerve to," expressing disbelief at someone's boldness.

7) Find your nerve / Gather your nerve – To build up courage to do something.

8) Keep your nerve – To remain calm and brave in a difficult situation.

9) Disrespectful – Showing a lack of respect.

10) Courage – The ability to do something that frightens you

11) Heroic – Showing great bravery.

12) Disaster – A sudden event causing great damage.