Give (one) a tongue-lashing In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "give (one) a tongue-lashing", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-08-21 05:08

Meaning of Give (one) a tongue-lashing

Give (one) a tongue-lashing informal

To speak to someone in an angry or harsh way

The coach gave John a tongue-lashing for his mistake.

The product development team was given a tongue-lashing from the board of manager and told to quickly come up with new ideas for this project.

Other phrases about:

get something off your chest
Speak out the problem
wet blanket

Someone who ruins others' fun and enjoyment

don't blame (one)

Used to say that someone does not place the blame on one for something

lay into (someone or something)

Used to describe attacking someone verbally or physically.

fling, sling, etc. mud (at somebody)

To say bad things about someone to damage their reputation

Grammar and Usage of Give (one) a tongue-lashing

Verb Forms

  • gives (one) a tongue-lashing
  • gave (one) a tongue-lashing
  • given (one) a tongue-lashing
  • giving (one) a tongue-lashing

The verb "give" should be conjugated according to its tense. 

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