TO MEAN BUSINESS
14 / 05 / 2026
Idioms/Expressions
TO MEAN BUSINESS: meaning and examples
Hello everyone and welcome back to the Daily Vitamin.
Today's expression is: to mean business (Pronunciation: BIZ-nes)
It is used: to say that you are very serious about something that you say or that you have to do.
Example 1:
Mother: George! Have you cleaned you room yet? I meant business when I said that you couldn't watch TV until you did!
George: Awwww, mum! Can't I do it tomorrow?
Mother: No! Now means now!
Example 2:
Lucy has given away most of her books and music CDs. She has also thrown away half of her wardrobe (ropa) and she plans to sell her car. She says she wants to simplify her life and I guess she means business!
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Enjoy the rest of your day!
