Meaning of the word "a cat has nine lives" in English
What does "a cat has nine lives" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a cat has nine lives
US /ə kæt hæz naɪn laɪvz/
UK /ə kæt hæz naɪn laɪvz/
Idiom
a proverb used to say that cats can survive things that would kill most animals, or that someone is very lucky in escaping danger
Example:
•
He survived three car accidents this year; they say a cat has nine lives.
•
I can't believe that cat fell from the balcony and walked away; truly, a cat has nine lives.