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UK//ɑːskt ðə ˈkɒpəz ɒn aʊər ˈpeɪrəl//US//æst ðə ˈkɑpərz ɑn aʊər ˈpeɪroʊl//

Meaning of Asked the coppers on our payroll

Inquired with police officers who are hired or paid by us.

In simple words: Said something to the police officers we pay.

Asked the coppers on our payroll in a sentence

  • I asked the coppers on our payroll what to do next
  • After the incident, I simply asked the coppers on our payroll for advice.
  • My uncle always advised me to ask the coppers on our payroll in case of trouble.
  • In a tricky situation, I quickly asked the coppers on our payroll for their thoughts.
  • He didn’t hesitate to ask the coppers on our payroll after hearing suspicious noises.

How to use Asked the coppers on our payroll

Often used in informal contexts, especially in conversations involving crime or law enforcement. Avoid in formal discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of a 'copper coin' representing money paid to police.

Related words

Collocations with Asked the coppers on our payroll

  • ask the police
  • payroll management
  • coppers in town

Synonyms for Asked the coppers on our payroll

  • asked the police
  • inquired the cops
  • consulted the officers

Common mistakes with Asked the coppers on our payroll

  • Confused with 'asked the cops' - 'coppers' is more slang.
  • Incorrectly using 'on our payroll' for other meanings.
  • Mispronouncing 'coppers' as focusing only on 'cop'.

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Frequently asked questions about Asked the coppers on our payroll

What does Asked the coppers on our payroll mean?

Said something to the police officers we pay.

What is the definition of Asked the coppers on our payroll?

Inquired with police officers who are hired or paid by us.

How do you use Asked the coppers on our payroll in a sentence?

I asked the coppers on our payroll what to do next

Can you give another example of Asked the coppers on our payroll?

After the incident, I simply asked the coppers on our payroll for advice.

What are synonyms for Asked the coppers on our payroll?

Common alternatives include asked the police, inquired the cops, consulted the officers.

What words go with Asked the coppers on our payroll?

It commonly pairs with ask the police, payroll management, coppers in town.

What are common mistakes when using Asked the coppers on our payroll?

Confused with 'asked the cops' - 'coppers' is more slang. Incorrectly using 'on our payroll' for other meanings. Mispronouncing 'coppers' as focusing only on 'cop'.

How do you pronounce Asked the coppers on our payroll?

US: //æst ðə ˈkɑpərz ɑn aʊər ˈpeɪroʊl//, UK: //ɑːskt ðə ˈkɒpəz ɒn aʊər ˈpeɪrəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Asked the coppers on our payroll formal or informal?

"Asked the coppers on our payroll" is slang, so it fits very casual settings and is usually avoided in writing.

When should I use Asked the coppers on our payroll?

Often used in informal contexts, especially in conversations involving crime or law enforcement. Avoid in formal discussions.