informal common_idiom

That's the bargain of the century

🇬🇧 UK //ðæts ðə ˈbɑːɡɪn əv ðə ˈsɛnʧʊri// 🇺🇸 US //ðæts ðə ˈbɑrgən əv ðə ˈsɛnʧəri//

Meaning of That's the bargain of the century

An exceptionally good deal or offer.

In simple words: It's a very good deal.

That's the bargain of the century in a sentence

• I just bought a new laptop for half the price! That's the bargain of the century.
• After comparing prices, I realized this vacation package was the bargain of the century.
• When she found those shoes on sale for $10, she exclaimed, 'That's the bargain of the century!'
• Winning a week-long cruise for just $200? Now, that's the bargain of the century!

How to use That's the bargain of the century

Used in casual conversations to express excitement about an excellent deal. Not suitable for formal contexts like business negotiations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine getting a century's worth of goodies for a tiny price!

Related words

Collocations with That's the bargain of the century

• amazing bargain of the century
• true bargain of the century
• considered the bargain of the century
• call it the bargain of the century

Synonyms for That's the bargain of the century

• incredible bargain
• fantastic deal
• great offer
• unbelievable price

Common mistakes with That's the bargain of the century

• Using in overly formal situations.
• Misunderstanding as a literal bargain instead of a metaphor.
• Not recognizing it as a phrase used for exaggeration.

Frequently asked questions about That's the bargain of the century

What does That's the bargain of the century mean?

It's a very good deal.

What is the definition of That's the bargain of the century?

An exceptionally good deal or offer.

How do you use That's the bargain of the century in a sentence?

I just bought a new laptop for half the price! That's the bargain of the century.

Can you give another example of That's the bargain of the century?

After comparing prices, I realized this vacation package was the bargain of the century.

What are synonyms for That's the bargain of the century?

Common alternatives include incredible bargain, fantastic deal, great offer, unbelievable price.

What words go with That's the bargain of the century?

It commonly pairs with amazing bargain of the century, true bargain of the century, considered the bargain of the century, call it the bargain of the century.

What are common mistakes when using That's the bargain of the century?

Using in overly formal situations. Misunderstanding as a literal bargain instead of a metaphor. Not recognizing it as a phrase used for exaggeration.

How do you pronounce That's the bargain of the century?

US: //ðæts ðə ˈbɑrgən əv ðə ˈsɛnʧəri//, UK: //ðæts ðə ˈbɑːɡɪn əv ðə ˈsɛnʧʊri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is That's the bargain of the century formal or informal?

"That's the bargain of the century" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use That's the bargain of the century?

Used in casual conversations to express excitement about an excellent deal. Not suitable for formal contexts like business negotiations.