Slag Off (Phrasal Verb)
What does it mean?
Quick summary: An informal UK phrasal verb meaning to criticise someone in an insulting or unkind way.
To slag off someone means to criticise them insultingly and unkindly, especially when they are not there to defend themselves.
REAL ENGLISH.
Is it positive or negative?
It is strongly negative.
When do you use it?
Use it in everyday conversation when the situation matches the meaning.
Examples
Example 1: I can't believe he was slagging me off to the boss behind my back.
Question for you
Have you ever heard someone slagging off a colleague?
Try saying your answer aloud, using the expression.
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