Take (one) to the woodshed In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "take (one) to the woodshed", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Yourpig Huyen calendar 2021-06-03 10:06

Meaning of Take (one) to the woodshed

Synonyms:

take them behind the sauna

Take (one) to the woodshed American phrase imformal

The preposition ''to'' can be replaced by "behind". 

Used to inflict the punishment on someone or reprimand someone, especially in a way that is kept hidden from people

Jennie hasn't recently focused on her assigned tasks. Thus, the manager is taking her to the woodshed.

I saw my roommate stealing my money. Hence, I met him and took him to the woodshed.

My husband is taking my son to the woodshed because my son misbehaved at school.

Grammar and Usage of Take (one) to the woodshed

Verb Forms

  • takes (one) to the woodshed
  • took (one) to the woodshed
  • taken (one) to the woodshed
  • taking (one) to the woodshed

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

More examples:

It is rumored that the chairman was taken to the woodshed because of his corruption.

Origin of Take (one) to the woodshed

The proverb "take (one) to the woodshed" has been used in the 19 century. 

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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