Cool MateMeaning of Gimme a break
An informal expression used to ask for a pause or to show annoyance.
In simple words: An informal way to ask for some time off or to stop annoying someone.
Gimme a break in a sentence
- Gimme a break! I can’t deal with all this pressure right now.
- When he said he could run a marathon, I thought, gimme a break!
- Gimme a break, I didn’t mean to upset you.
- If you think I’ll finish this in one day, gimme a break!
- After all this work, I really need someone to gimme a break.
How to use Gimme a break
Use 'gimme a break' in informal situations when you want to express frustration or request a pause. Avoid in formal settings.
Grammar pattern
standalone expression
Memory hint
Imagine needing a break during a tough workout. 'Gimme a break!'
Related words
Collocations with Gimme a break
- gimme a break, please
- gimme a break, seriously
- don't gimme a break
Synonyms for Gimme a break
- give me a break
- cut me some slack
- take it easy
Common mistakes with Gimme a break
- Used in formal conversations.
- Misunderstanding as a literal request for a break.
- Confusing with 'give me a break' when speaking fast.
Gimme a break appears in
Gimme a break in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
ريحني / ارحمني
طريقة غير رسمية لطلب بعض الوقت للراحة أو للتوقف عن إزعاج شخص ما.
- Bengaliবাংলা
একটু থামো / আমাকে রেহাই দাও
বিরক্ত হয়ে কাউকে থামতে বলা বা একটু সময় চাওয়ার একটা সহজ উপায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Gib mir eine Pause
Eine lockere Art, um eine Auszeit zu bitten oder jemanden zu bitten, aufzuhören zu nerven.
- SpanishEspañol
Dame un respiro / ¡Ya!
Una forma informal de pedir un tiempo libre o que dejen de molestarte.
- Persianفارسی
یه استراحت بده
روش غیررسمی برای درخواست کمی زمان استراحت یا متوقف کردن کسی که آزاردهنده است.
- FrenchFrançais
Laisse-moi respirer / Arrête tes bêtises
Une façon informelle de demander un peu de temps libre ou que quelqu'un arrête de t'embêter.
- Hindiहिन्दी
थोड़ा आराम दो / रहने दो
यह थोड़ा समय मांगने या किसी को परेशान करना बंद करने का एक अनौपचारिक तरीका है।
- ItalianItaliano
Dai, smettila / Fammi respirare
Un modo informale per chiedere un po' di tempo libero o di smetterla di infastidire qualcuno.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Me dá um tempo / Me deixa em paz
Um jeito informal de pedir um tempo ou para parar de incomodar alguém.
- RussianРусский
Дай передохнуть / Да ладно тебе
Неформальный способ попросить немного времени или перестать кого-то раздражать.
- Urduاردو
ذرا مجھے فرصت دو
آرام کرنے یا کسی کو پریشان کرنے سے روکنے کا ایک غیر رسمی طریقہ۔
- Chinese中文
饶了我吧, 让我歇会儿吧
一种非正式的说法，用来请求休息一下或者停止烦人。
More chunks like Gimme a break
- Take it easy
- Your boy's name is what
A casual way to inquire about a boy's name.
- The guy
A male person, often used informally.
- Uh, yeah
An informal phrase expressing agreement or acknowledgment.
- ForgetA1
to not remember to do something that you ought to do, or to bring or buy something that you ought to bring or buy
- RunningA2
the action or sport of running
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Frequently asked questions about Gimme a break
What does Gimme a break mean?
An informal way to ask for some time off or to stop annoying someone.
What is the definition of Gimme a break?
An informal expression used to ask for a pause or to show annoyance.
How do you use Gimme a break in a sentence?
Gimme a break! I can’t deal with all this pressure right now.
Can you give another example of Gimme a break?
When he said he could run a marathon, I thought, gimme a break!
What are synonyms for Gimme a break?
Common alternatives include give me a break, cut me some slack, take it easy.
What words go with Gimme a break?
It commonly pairs with gimme a break, please, gimme a break, seriously, don't gimme a break.
What are common mistakes when using Gimme a break?
Used in formal conversations. Misunderstanding as a literal request for a break. Confusing with 'give me a break' when speaking fast.
How do you pronounce Gimme a break?
US: //ˈɡɪmi ə breɪk//, UK: //ˈɡɪmi ə breɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is Gimme a break formal or informal?
"Gimme a break" is slang, so it fits very casual settings and is usually avoided in writing.
When should I use Gimme a break?
Use 'gimme a break' in informal situations when you want to express frustration or request a pause. Avoid in formal settings.