That'll teach (one) ((not) to do something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "that'll teach (one) ((not) to do something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Tommy Tran

2022-09-21 07:09

serve one right

That'll teach (one) ((not) to do something) phrase

Whether the word "not" is used or not, the meaning remains the same.

Used when something bad or unpleasant has just happened to someone as a result of their stupid actions

A: "I can't believe that I failed that class." B: "Good. That'll teach you not to lie around all day."

I heard that Don just got rejected from a job he really liked. That'll teach him to think highly of himself.

couldn't happen to a nicer (person)

Used to indicate that what happend or will happen to one is completely deserved

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button your lip

To stop talking about anything

Example: She was too noisy and was asked to button her lip in the class.

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