Caroline Tran
2020-07-27 04:07
Penny for your thoughts American phrase informal
When somebody says a penny for your thoughts means that they want to know what is on your mind, mostly when they have been waiting to hear you speak about what you are thinking or feeling because you have not spoken for a while.
You seem very quiet today. A penny for your thoughts?
I find this book interesting. A penny for your thoughts, Ivy?
State something in a very strong, clear and effective way
Used when someone has the same thought or idea as you.
1. To drink a beverage
2. Used to say that someone wants to take his share from the financial proceeds of illicit activity
Often used as a request rather than a demand.
Hey Peter, this is our new student, do you know about her, penny for your thoughts.
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The phrase derives from a time when the British penny was worth a significant sum. First written recordings of this phrase were in the early to mid 1500s. Now in the 21st century, it is not commonly used by the young generation but more used by the old.
Do you see anything wrong?
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