ENGLISH
REFERENCE

leaps and bounds

idiom
Meaning

Dramatic improvements.


Examples
SIMPLE

His English is improving by leaps and bounds.

CONTEXTUAL

Since she started practicing every day, her piano skills have improved by leaps and bounds.

COMPLEX

The company grew by leaps and bounds after they launched their innovative new product in the international market.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    leap out

    To stand in stark contrast to something; to be immediately noticeable or apparent.

  2. 02

    leap to mind

    To appear suddenly in one's thoughts.

  3. 03

    look before one leaps

    To think before taking action.

  4. 04

    one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind

    (used imitatively) A cliché used to exaggerate an accomplishment or milestone.

Last updated April 17, 2026