Meaning of the word "overstay your welcome" in English
What does "overstay your welcome" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
overstay your welcome
US /ˌoʊvərˈsteɪ jʊər ˈwɛlkəm/
UK /ˌəʊvəˈsteɪ jɔː ˈwɛlkəm/
Idiom
to stay as a guest longer than one is wanted
Example:
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I'm worried we might overstay our welcome if we stay another night.
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Guests should be careful not to overstay their welcome.