Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English

Bits and Bobs

What does it mean?

Various small things or tasks.

REAL WORDS.
REAL ENGLISH.
Native UK character with a collection of useful English phrases

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral.

When do you use it?

When talking about doing small jobs, organising, or collecting things.

Examples

Example 1: I've got a few bits and bobs to do before lunch.

Example 2: The drawer's full of random bits and bobs.

NOW MAKE IT YOURS

Question for you

What bits and bobs do you usually have lying around at home?

Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.

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Bits and bobs is a neat way to talk about small items without listing them all. We practise these everyday shortcuts in online English lessons with a British native speaker. If you want more everyday phrases, check the blog. Find out more here.

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