American English Podcast
154 - Expression: My Cup of Tea
Nov 9, 2023
Explore the common English expression 'my cup of tea' and its figurative meaning, as well as its usage to indicate personal preference. Discover how to politely reject offers using 'not my cup of tea', and learn the conjugation of the phrase 'that's not my cup of tea'. Also, get ready for part two to learn about the wild story of the Boston Tea Party, a significant event in U.S. history.
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Quick takeaways
- The expression 'cup of tea' originated from British culture and is used to express personal preferences in general.
- 'Cup of tea' is a versatile phrase that can be used in various contexts to convey personal preferences, such as movie preferences or rejecting offers politely.
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The expression 'cup of tea' and its figurative meaning
In this episode, the podcast explores the expression 'cup of tea' and its figurative meaning. The joke about the Englishman not drinking the cup of coffee because it wasn't his 'cup of tea' is used as an introduction to the expression. The literal meaning of 'cup of tea' refers to preferences in tea and emerged from British culture. Over time, it began to be used to express personal preferences in general. When something is 'your cup of tea,' it means you enjoy it, it suits your tastes or interests. Conversely, if something is 'not your cup of tea,' it means you don't enjoy it or it doesn't suit your preferences.
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