worn out
2017.02.22
Meaning:
‘worn out’ means ‘very, very tired’. It comes from the phrasal verb ‘wear out’ which means ‘to wear (or use) something very often until it becomes useless’. We use this expression for things (especially clothes) and people. For example, I bought a pair of shoes. I loved them, so I wore them every day. Those shoes wore out quickly. Now, they are worn out and I will have to throw them away.
Example:
A: I’m worn out! I can’t manage my life – work, kids, housework, the dog…
B: Why don’t you take a holiday? Maybe you just need to recharge.
A: The carpet in the bedroom is worn out. We need to buy a new one.
B: Ok. Let’s buy a better quality carpet this time. It won’t wear out so fast.
Talking Point(s):
Do you feel worn out? Why / why not?