Debate Idioms | ESL Idiom Cards & Activities for Speaking, Persuasion and Fluency

Help your students sound more natural and persuasive in discussions with a set of ESL idiom cards designed specifically for debates. The resource introduces useful expressions such as play devil’s advocate, sit on the fence, and the elephant in the room, complete with definitions and example sentences.

The cards can be used in a variety of interactive classroom activities, from guessing meanings and using idioms in real debates to roleplay tasks, pictionary challenges, and group games. By practising idioms in context, students not only expand their vocabulary but also build fluency, confidence, and the ability to express themselves in a more authentic and engaging way.

This resource is also part of our Debates & Discussions | EFL Resource Pack, which is available to download here.

Perfect For:

• ESL teachers introducing idiomatic language for debates and discussions
• TEFL and TESOL classrooms developing persuasive speaking and fluency
• EAL learners looking for interactive idiom practice in real communication contexts

Please Note: Once you have completed your purchase, you will receive a PDF to download and print. This is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.