"The world is your oyster” — Dead Poets Society"

B1 Idioms & Expressions

Definition

This idiom means you have every opportunity available to you. Everything is possible. The world is open and full of potential.

How to use it

Originally from Shakespeare, this phrase is used to inspire or encourage someone, usually at a moment of new beginning. In Dead Poets Society, it captures the spirit of Carpe Diem perfectly. Mr Keating uses it to push his students to see beyond the limits placed on them.

Examples

► "You are young, talented, and free. The world is your oyster."

► "After finishing university, she felt like the world was her oyster."

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This phrase appears in the 7 Hollywood Idioms | The Ultimate Compilation lesson. Open it to watch the scene and download the free worksheet.

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