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5 American slang phrases, with pictures

Look at the picture, read the meaning, and listen to the example.

A woman in office clothes rushes in late with a bag and a worried face. Her smiling boss waves one hand calmly at his desk.

What does “No worries” mean?

“No worries” means it is OK. People say it when you say sorry or thank you.

Example: I was ten minutes late, but my boss said, “No worries.”

Emoji clue: no entry sign, worried face

A man in a coffee shop holds a cup that is not his, with a hand on his chest and an embarrassed smile. A woman laughs and holds out her hand.

What does “My bad” mean?

“My bad” means sorry, that was my mistake.

Example: Oops, that is your coffee. My bad!

Emoji clue: person raising a hand, thumbs down

A man at a food truck window hands a few green dollar bills to a smiling cook. A friendly brown deer with antlers waits in line behind him.

What does “Ten bucks” mean?

“Ten bucks” means ten dollars. In the US, people say “bucks” for dollars.

Example: The lunch special at this food truck is only ten bucks.

Emoji clue: number ten, male deer

Two coworkers walk out of an office door. One points across the street to a sandwich shop, and the other already holds a sandwich and smiles.

What does “Grab a bite” mean?

“Grab a bite” means to eat something small and quick.

Example: Let’s grab a bite after work.

Emoji clue: fist, hamburger

A very tired woman in a work apron lies flat on a couch with her eyes closed and her shoes off. A bag is on the floor and a red drum stands beside the couch.

What does “I’m beat” mean?

“I’m beat” means very tired.

Example: I worked ten hours today. I’m beat!

Emoji clue: sleepy face, drum

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