big deal — something important or significant
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: something important or significant
Pronunciation (IPA): /bɪɡ diːl/
Example Sentences
- He acts like getting a haircut is a big deal.
- Winning the lottery was the biggest deal of his life.
- She forgot my birthday. Big deal! I forgot it too.
big deal
NOUN[/bɪɡ diːl/]
something important or significant
Winning the school spelling bee felt like a big deal to the nervous kid.
This big deal is real - everyone can feel!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase emerged in mid-20th century American slang, combining the adjective 'big' (large) with the noun 'deal' (transaction, matter) to express something of significant importance or consequence.
Breakdown
big (large, significant) + deal (transaction, matter, affair) = a matter of great importance or significance.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He acts like getting a haircut is a big deal.”
“Winning the lottery was the biggest deal of his life.”
“She forgot my birthday. Big deal! I forgot it too.”
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