Everyday English: Idioms for 'cheap' and 'expensive'
💰 It cost a fortune: It was very expensive.Example: That necklace cost a fortune, but it’s worth it for a special occasion.
💪🦵It cost an arm and a leg: It was extremely expensive.Example: Their holiday cost an arm and a leg, but they enjoyed every minute.
👃 I paid through the nose: I paid far too much for something.Example: He paid through the nose for parking near the stadium.
💸 It was pricey: It was slightly expensive but not necessarily unaffordable.Example: That new café is nice, but it’s a bit pricey.
💸 It’s over-priced: It costs more than it’s worth
😤 to be ripped off: to pay far more than something is worth.Example: Tourists often get ripped off at markets if they don’t bargain.
😤 It’s a complete rip-off: It is extremely over-priced
Example: $5 for a bottle of water? It’s a complete rip-off!
😤 What a rip off!: something that is grossly overpriced.
🤑 What a bargain!: something that is much cheaper than is usual or expected
🏦 'It won't break the bank': To spend so much money that it causes financial strain.Example: The wedding didn’t break the bank because we kept it simple.
🥜 (To pay or cost) peanuts: a very small amount of moneyExample: The internship only pays peanuts, but it’s a good experience.
🍟 As cheap as chips: something that is very cheap
🌷Cheap and cheerful: cheap but good or enjoyable
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