Go on the fritz In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "go on the fritz", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Regina Tuyen Le calendar 2021-09-11 06:09

Meaning of Go on the fritz

Synonyms:

be on the blink , go on the blink

Variants:

be on the fritz

Go on the fritz American Canada slang verb phrase

Used to indicate something, usually a machine, begins working or operating incorrectly

My old computer has gone on the fritz for nearly one week. I think it's time to replace a new one.

The refrigerator goes on the fritz again.

My car is going on the fritz due to being left idle for a long time.

Other phrases about:

go like a rocket

Used to describe something that performs well

work (one's) socks off

To work extremely hard to achieve something

to go belly up

To stop working, fail or go bankrupt

be on (its/one's) last legs

1. (Typically said of a machine) To almost break down.

2. (Of a person)  To be exhausted or about to die.

 

well-oiled

1. Working or operating smoothly

2. Being drunk

Grammar and Usage of Go on the fritz

Verb Forms

  • goes on the fritz
  • going on the fritz
  • gone on the fritz
  • went on the fritz

The verb "go" should be conjugated according to its tense.

Origin of Go on the fritz

The origin of this phrase is unknown. However, from 1902, it is confirmed with the original meaning " in a bad way" or " in bad condition," a malfunctioning appliance. Or perhaps derived from the German name Fritz.

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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