Meaning of the word "big deal" in English
What does "big deal" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
big deal
US /bɪɡ diːl/
UK /bɪɡ diːl/
Idiom
1.
something important or significant
Example:
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Getting this promotion is a really big deal for my career.
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It's no big deal if you can't make it to the party.
2.
used ironically to suggest that something is not as important as someone thinks
Example:
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So you got a new phone, big deal. Mine is better.
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You finished the report an hour early? Big deal, everyone else finished yesterday.