Meaning of the word "give someone a hard time" in English
What does "give someone a hard time" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
give someone a hard time
US /ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌwʌn ə hɑrd taɪm/
UK /ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌwʌn ə hɑːd taɪm/
Idiom
to make things difficult for someone; to criticize or annoy someone
Example:
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My boss always seems to give me a hard time about my reports.
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Don't give him a hard time; he's already having a bad day.