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UK//ɡoʊ flaɪ ə kaɪt//US//ɡoʊ flaɪ ə kaɪt//

Meaning of Go fly a kite

An expression telling someone to leave or stop bothering.

In simple words: To tell someone to go away or mind their own business.

Go fly a kite in a sentence

  • When he wouldn't stop talking, I just told him to go fly a kite.
  • She was so annoying that I finally snapped and said, 'Why don't you go fly a kite!'
  • If he keeps interrupting, I'll just tell him to go fly a kite.
  • Instead of arguing, she just smiled and said, 'Go fly a kite!'

How to use Go fly a kite

Used in casual contexts to express annoyance or to dismiss someone. Not appropriate in formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone who is stressed, telling another person to go play outside with a kite instead of bothering them.

Related words

Collocations with Go fly a kite

Synonyms for Go fly a kite

  • buzz off
  • get lost
  • leave me alone
  • scram
  • take a hike

Common mistakes with Go fly a kite

  • Used in formal conversations
  • Confused with other idioms of dismissal
  • Misunderstood as a suggestion for an activity

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Frequently asked questions about Go fly a kite

What does Go fly a kite mean?

To tell someone to go away or mind their own business.

What is the definition of Go fly a kite?

An expression telling someone to leave or stop bothering.

How do you use Go fly a kite in a sentence?

When he wouldn't stop talking, I just told him to go fly a kite.

Can you give another example of Go fly a kite?

She was so annoying that I finally snapped and said, 'Why don't you go fly a kite!'

What are synonyms for Go fly a kite?

Common alternatives include buzz off, get lost, leave me alone, scram, take a hike.

What words go with Go fly a kite?

It commonly pairs with go fly a kite, go away, leave me be, stop bothering, get off my back.

What are common mistakes when using Go fly a kite?

Used in formal conversations Confused with other idioms of dismissal Misunderstood as a suggestion for an activity

How do you pronounce Go fly a kite?

US: //ɡoʊ flaɪ ə kaɪt//, UK: //ɡoʊ flaɪ ə kaɪt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Go fly a kite formal or informal?

"Go fly a kite" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Go fly a kite?

Used in casual contexts to express annoyance or to dismiss someone. Not appropriate in formal situations.