- Idiom – Whale of a time.
- Meaning – To have a great time. To enjoy yourself very much and have a positive experience.
Usage:
When could you use this idiom?
- When you are really enjoying yourself.
- Discussing an awesome event or night out.
- Thanking someone for hosting an event or for showing you a good time.
Example:
- “Your birthday party was very special. Thank you for inviting us. We all had a whale of a time!”
Discuss:
- Is there an idiom like this in your country?
What is an idiom?
An idiom is a word or phrase that is not taken literally. An idiom is an expression that cannot be understood from the meanings of its individual words, but has a separate meaning of its own.