Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Flog

What does it mean?

To flog something is British slang for selling it. It often implies selling something quickly, cheaply, or perhaps in an informal way (like at a car boot sale or on Facebook Marketplace).

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral. It’s just an informal alternative to "sell." However, "flogging a dead horse" is a negative idiom meaning you're wasting effort on something that will never succeed.

When do you use it?

Use it when you're talking about getting rid of old stuff for cash. It’s very common in casual conversation across the UK.

Examples

Example 1: "I've got an old sofa I need to flog before the new one arrives."

Example 2: "He's trying to flog his old car for five hundred quid."

Question for you

What was the last thing you managed to 'flog' online?

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