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Meaning of have a word | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To speak to someone, usually and especially in private, often in order to admonish.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“I think we should have a word.”
“She knew she was in big trouble when the teacher asked to have a word with her after class.”
“I’d like to have a quiet word with my boss later this week.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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