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Couch potato Meaning in English

expression

ˈkaʊtʃ/ /pəˈteɪˌtoʊ
KOWCH puh-TAY-toh
kˈaʊtʃ/ /pətˈeɪtəʊ
KOWCH puh-TAY-toh

Definition

A 'couch potato' is a person who spends a lot of time sitting and watching TV or being inactive, usually instead of exercising or being productive.

Usage & Nuances

This is informal and humorous. Commonly combined with 'be' and used jokingly: 'I'm such a couch potato.' It usually refers to someone who watches a lot of TV, but can describe any inactive, lazy behavior at home.

Example Sentences

Don't be a couch potato—let's go for a walk!

basic

After work, she turns into a couch potato every evening.

basic

I used to be a couch potato, but now I exercise every day.

natural

He is a real couch potato and spends hours in front of the TV.

basic

Sundays are for being a couch potato—just relaxing and watching movies.

natural

You don't have to be a couch potato all winter—try some indoor sports!

natural