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UK//flɒp//US//flɑp//

Meaning of Flop

To fall or drop heavily, or to fail spectacularly.

In simple words: To fall or drop heavily or suddenly

Flop in a sentence

  • The new movie was expected to be a hit, but it turned out to be a complete flop.
  • He tried to impress everyone with his performance, but it flopped badly.
  • The cake flopped in the oven because the recipe was incorrect.
  • After much anticipation, the product launch was a flop, disappointing many.
  • I thought the plan would work, but it flopped from the start.

How to use Flop

Used to describe something that fails badly, especially in entertainment. Generally informal but acceptable in most contexts.

Grammar pattern

flop + adverb

Memory hint

Imagine a fish flopping out of water and failing to return.

Related words

Collocations with Flop

  • flop down
  • major flop
  • financial flop
  • flop over
  • flop around

Common mistakes with Flop

  • Confused with 'flip' - to turn over quickly.
  • Using 'flop' in a positive context when it usually indicates failure.

Compare Flop with Fall, Drop, Failure, Disaster, Blunder

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Frequently asked questions about Flop

What does Flop mean?

To fall or drop heavily or suddenly

What is the definition of Flop?

To fall or drop heavily, or to fail spectacularly.

How do you use Flop in a sentence?

The new movie was expected to be a hit, but it turned out to be a complete flop.

Can you give another example of Flop?

He tried to impress everyone with his performance, but it flopped badly.

What are synonyms for Flop?

Common alternatives include fall, drop, failure, disaster, blunder.

What words go with Flop?

It commonly pairs with flop down, major flop, financial flop, flop over, flop around.

What are common mistakes when using Flop?

Confused with 'flip' - to turn over quickly. Using 'flop' in a positive context when it usually indicates failure.

How do you pronounce Flop?

US: //flɑp//, UK: //flɒp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Flop?

Used to describe something that fails badly, especially in entertainment. Generally informal but acceptable in most contexts.