To Feel Groggy
Today our phrase to learn is:
to feel groggy — is to feel slightly ill, dizzy, unsteady or shakey.
This term comes from the Royal Navy. An Admiral Vernon in 1740 was called “Old Grog”, because of the grogram cloak he wore. This Admiral started handing out a daily ration of rum and water. The sailors named this grog, after him. If a sailor had more than his fair share, he got slightly drunk, or groggy. Today though, it means to feel sick.
Example:
- I’m feeling a bit groggy today, so I think I will still at home
Homework:
- If you see someone feeling a bit ill, ask them if they are feeling groggy!. If they ask you what you mean, tell them what you have learnt and tell them to visit The Queen’s English School, to learn phrases like “to feel groggy“.
