Invite (one or oneself) over (for something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "invite (one or oneself) over (for something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Nora Ha calendar 2021-07-12 06:07

Meaning of Invite (one or oneself) over (for something)

Synonyms:

invite somebody round

Invite (one or oneself) over (for something) verb phrase

If you invite one over (for something), you ask somebody to visit your house for something like a meal or a drink.

Peter invited his girlfriend over for a dinner with his family.

I can't hang out with you because Mary invited me over.

negative

If you invite yourself over (for something), you come to one's house by yourself without being invited.

He invited himself over although no one welcomed him.

It is rude to invite yourself over.

Other phrases about:

wear out (one's) welcome

To be no longer welcome to stay in a particular place because one has remained a guest for too long, or done something that makes others feel bothered or annoyed

tender (something) for (something)

To make a formal written offer to do, supply, or buy something at an agreed price.

serve up on a plate

To give, offer or provide someone with something without causing them any troubles. 
 

lay out the welcome mat (for one)

To greet or welcome someone with a elaborate display of warmth, friendliness and hospitality

talk through

1. To have a careful and exhaustive discussion with someone 

2. To offer thorough advice or suggestions to someone 

Grammar and Usage of Invite (one or oneself) over (for something)

Verb Forms

  • to invite (one or oneself) over (for something)
  • invited (one or oneself) over (for something)
  • invites (one or oneself) over (for something)
  • inviting (one or oneself) over (for something)

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

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TODAY
to rob the cradle
have a romantic or sexual relationship with or marry someone much younger than oneself.
Example: The middle aged man robbed the cradle with the teenager.
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