Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Dodgy

What does it mean?

Untrustworthy, unsafe, or suspicious.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative.

When do you use it?

Used when describing people, situations, or things that seem unreliable.

Examples

Example 1: That deal sounds a bit dodgy.

Example 2: The brakes on this car feel dodgy.

Question for you

Have you ever been in a dodgy situation?

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Dodgy is perfect for warning about risk, quality, or trust. I help you use it naturally in online English lessons with a British native speaker. For a related phrase, see sketchy. Find out more here.