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That's easy for you to say

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28 June 2026

That's easy for you to say

We use this expression when another person thinks a situation is easy or simple but you think it is quite complicated or difficult.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I don't mind if we stay late and work an extra couple of hours.

That's easy for you to say. You don't have any children to look after!

Example 2

The exam tomorrow shouldn't be too difficult.

That's easy for you to say. I haven't had time to revise anything.

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