Meaning of the word "wake up and smell the coffee" in English
What does "wake up and smell the coffee" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
wake up and smell the coffee
US /weɪk ʌp ænd smɛl ðə ˈkɔːfi/
UK /weɪk ʌp ænd smɛl ðə ˈkɔːfi/
Idiom
1.
to become aware of what is really happening in a situation, especially when it is not what you want or expect
Example:
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It's time to wake up and smell the coffee; your business is failing.
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He keeps denying the problem, but he needs to wake up and smell the coffee.
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