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8 Gift Idioms

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Gift Idioms and What They Mean

Gifts are usually connected to celebrations and special moments, but the idea of “gifting” appears in many everyday expressions as well. These phrases often describe talent, unexpected luck, or situations that feel fortunate or, in some cases, suspicious. Below are gift idioms that include the word gift.

The gift of gab

A natural talent for speaking confidently and persuasively.

Everyone admired her for her gift of gab during the presentation.
With his gift of gab, he could make even the dullest topic sound exciting.

A gift for (something)

A natural ability or talent in a specific area.

She has a gift for languages and learns new ones quickly.
He showed a gift for solving problems even as a child.

A gift that keeps on giving

Something that continues to provide benefits long after you receive it.

Her advice was a gift that keeps on giving, helping him for years afterward.
The new skills he learned turned out to be a gift that keeps on giving in his career.

Born with a gift

Naturally talented from a young age.

She was born with a gift for music and could play by ear at five.
He seems born with a gift for storytelling—people love listening to him.

Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth

Don’t criticize something you received for free.

He wasn’t thrilled with the old laptop, but he didn’t say anything—don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.
When someone offers help, don’t look a gift horse in the mouth; just appreciate the gesture.

Beware of Greeks bearing gifts

Be cautious of a gift or favor from someone who may have hidden motives.

When his rival offered unexpected help, he remembered the saying “Beware of Greeks bearing gifts.”
The proposal seemed generous, but she stayed cautious—beware of Greeks bearing gifts.

Gift from above

Something so fortunate or helpful it feels heaven-sent.

The rain after weeks of drought felt like a gift from above.
Her unexpected support during a difficult moment was a gift from above.

God’s gift to (somebody / something)

Positive meaning: Someone extremely skilled at something.
Ironic meaning: Someone who believes they are exceptionally talented or attractive.

People say she’s God’s gift to violin performance. (Positive)
He walks around like he’s God’s gift to women. (Ironic)

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