Slap in the face is one of those very visual English expressions that we use. If someone slapped you in the face, this would be quite insulting, (just ask Chris Rock) and that’s where we think this expression comes from.
SLAP IN THE FACE
- An insult
- Usually a surprise
- It was a real slap in the face to hire his underling as his new boss.
- It was a slap in the face to get the news in such a public way. I wish she would have told me privately.
ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS
Now that you have seen this post, check out our other Expression Session posts:
Expression Session: under the weather
Expression Session: take something into account
ENGLISH COURSES / CURSOS INGLÉS
Bloglish offers a range of group and private courses during the year. You can join an in person class or connect from the comfort of your home or office. Annie is a FUNDAE approved teacher. Here are some of the opportunities:
- Business English Courses (General or specific to your area)
- A2-C2 exam preparation classes
- Conversation classes (levels B1-C2)
- General English classes
