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UK//muːv jɔːr æs//US//muːv jɔʊr æs//

Meaning of Move your ass

An impolite way to tell someone to hurry or start moving.

In simple words: Get going or hurry up.

Move your ass in a sentence

  • You need to move your ass if you want to catch the bus!
  • Come on, move your ass! The game starts in ten minutes!
  • He always tells me to move my ass when we're late.
  • She shouted, 'Move your ass!' when we were still at home.

How to use Move your ass

Used informally to encourage someone to hurry. May be offensive to some; context matters.

Grammar pattern

move + object (ass)

Memory hint

Imagine someone really getting off their chair to start moving!

Related words

Collocations with Move your ass

  • move your body
  • move quickly
  • move faster

Synonyms for Move your ass

Common mistakes with Move your ass

  • Used in formal situations where it sounds disrespectful.
  • Confusing with 'move your feet', which is not the same expression.
  • Misinterpreted as a polite request.

Compare Move your ass with Hurry up, Get going

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Frequently asked questions about Move your ass

What does Move your ass mean?

Get going or hurry up.

What is the definition of Move your ass?

An impolite way to tell someone to hurry or start moving.

How do you use Move your ass in a sentence?

You need to move your ass if you want to catch the bus!

Can you give another example of Move your ass?

Come on, move your ass! The game starts in ten minutes!

What are synonyms for Move your ass?

Common alternatives include hurry up, get going, get moving, pick up the pace.

What words go with Move your ass?

It commonly pairs with move your body, move quickly, move faster.

What are common mistakes when using Move your ass?

Used in formal situations where it sounds disrespectful. Confusing with 'move your feet', which is not the same expression. Misinterpreted as a polite request.

How do you pronounce Move your ass?

US: //muːv jɔʊr æs//, UK: //muːv jɔːr æs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Move your ass formal or informal?

"Move your ass" is slang, so it fits very casual settings and is usually avoided in writing.

When should I use Move your ass?

Used informally to encourage someone to hurry. May be offensive to some; context matters.