Cut a break Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
To treat someone more kindly or leniently, especially when they are having a hard time. It means to be less strict, demanding, or to forgive someone's mistake.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
This is an informal, mainly American English idiom. Often used as 'cut me/him/her a break.' It suggests asking for leniency or understanding, not literally stopping an action. Don't confuse with 'take a break' (rest), which has a different meaning.
उदाहरण वाक्य
Can you cut me a break? I made a mistake, but I'm trying my best.
basic
The teacher cut the students a break because of the hard exam.
basic
I wish someone would cut her a break after all she's been through.
basic
Come on, cut me a break! It’s Monday morning.
natural
He's always late, but maybe we should cut him a break this time—traffic was terrible.
natural
If you don't cut yourself a break, you'll burn out.
natural