Idiom
have a gander
Meanings
to take a quick look; to glance at something
Definition
To have a gander means to take a quick look at something.
If you have a gander, you look at something briefly, often out of curiosity. It is an informal phrase used especially in British English. It can be used to invite someone to look or to say you looked at something yourself.
Examples
- Have a gander at this photo and tell me what you think.
- I’ll have a gander in the fridge to see what we’ve got.
- Have a gander round the flat and see if you like it.
- She had a gander at the timetable before deciding which train to catch.
Common mistake
Learners often use it in very formal writing, but have a gander is informal and best for casual conversation.
More at B2 level
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More idiom (verb phrase)s
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- drop the ball To drop the ball means to make a mistake or fail to do something you were responsible for.
- have a chinwag To have a chinwag means to have a relaxed, friendly chat with someone.
- face the music To accept and deal with the unpleasant consequences of what you have done or a difficult situation.