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The teacher's pet Meaning in English

expression

thuh TEE-churz PET
thuh TEE-chuhz PET

释义

A student who is clearly favored by the teacher, often because they always obey or try to please the teacher.

用法与细微差别

Slightly negative or teasing; often implies the person gains unfair advantages. Usually used by other students. Don't use it to describe yourself. Related phrases: 'brown-noser', 'goody two-shoes' (even more negative).

例句

Everyone thinks Lisa is the teacher's pet.

basic

He always answers questions to be the teacher's pet.

basic

Nobody wants to sit with the teacher's pet.

basic

She became the teacher's pet after winning that award.

natural

Don't be the teacher's pet—let others answer too.

natural

Some call him the teacher's pet, but he just studies hard.

natural