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UK//lɪv ɒf jɔːr ˈpeərənts//US//lɪv ɔf jʊr ˈpɛrənts//

Meaning of Live off your parents

To rely on parents for financial support.

In simple words: To depend on your parents for money and support.

Live off your parents in a sentence

  • After college, she decided to live off her parents instead of finding a job.
  • It's common for young adults to live off their parents while studying.
  • He still lives off his parents and doesn't have any financial independence.

How to use Live off your parents

Used informally among younger adults to describe relying financially on parents. Not typically used in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

live off + object

Memory hint

Think 'living off a silver spoon' - like getting everything from parents.

Related words

Collocations with Live off your parents

  • live off someone
  • depend on parents
  • financially support

Synonyms for Live off your parents

  • depend on parents
  • be a dependent
  • rely on parents

Opposites of Live off your parents

  • support yourself
  • be independent
  • live on your own

Common mistakes with Live off your parents

  • Confused with 'live with your parents' - they mean different things.
  • Using it in formal writing, which sounds inappropriate.

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Frequently asked questions about Live off your parents

What does Live off your parents mean?

To depend on your parents for money and support.

What is the definition of Live off your parents?

To rely on parents for financial support.

How do you use Live off your parents in a sentence?

After college, she decided to live off her parents instead of finding a job.

Can you give another example of Live off your parents?

It's common for young adults to live off their parents while studying.

What are synonyms for Live off your parents?

Common alternatives include depend on parents, be a dependent, rely on parents.

What is the opposite of Live off your parents?

Opposite meanings include support yourself, be independent, live on your own.

What words go with Live off your parents?

It commonly pairs with live off someone, depend on parents, financially support.

What are common mistakes when using Live off your parents?

Confused with 'live with your parents' - they mean different things. Using it in formal writing, which sounds inappropriate.

How do you pronounce Live off your parents?

US: //lɪv ɔf jʊr ˈpɛrənts//, UK: //lɪv ɒf jɔːr ˈpeərənts//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Live off your parents formal or informal?

"Live off your parents" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Live off your parents?

Used informally among younger adults to describe relying financially on parents. Not typically used in formal contexts.