Perk up (one's) ears In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "perk up (one's) ears", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-03-31 10:03

Meaning of Perk up (one's) ears

Perk up (one's) ears informal verb phrase

Used to say that you become more or particularly alert, intrigued, or enthusiastic.

She perked up her ears when hearing my good news.

The children perked up their ears when their parents bought new toys for them.

To make someone more alert, fascinated, or enthusiastic.

Just seeing him perform on stage also perks up my ears.

Tales of humans with supernatural powers always perks up my ears whenever I hear of it.

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Grammar and Usage of Perk up (one's) ears

Verb Forms

  • to perk up (one's) ears
  • perking up (one's) ears
  • perks up (one's) ears
  • perked up (one's) ears

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

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