If you know that deal means “agreement” in English and you know the verb cut in its sense of “to cut”, you must have been confused by our expression today! What does cut a deal mean ?
No, we are not talking about “cutting deals” here. In fact, the verb cut takes on another meaning in this case. Cut a deal simply means “to make an agreement” .
If you pay attention, you will see that this expression is very common in films and series, as it can be used in the most different contexts.
To illustrate the use of cut a deal , read the sentences below carefully and then add this expression to your Anki !
I’m willing to negotiate, so let ‘s cut a deal .
Maybe we can cut a deal . Let ‘s
talk.
If you come down on your sale price just a little bit, I’m confident that we can cut a deal with this buyer. (
Read the post How do you say “A Little Bit” in English? )
The
two lawyers cut a deal that left me with my car , although she got the house.
The administration is
hoping to cut a deal with Japan .
She cut a
deal with the boss who allowed her to work on the project if she raised half the funds. (Read the post How do you say “Raise Funds” in English? )
Why
not cut a deal , before it ‘s too late?
Let ‘s cut a deal . If you do my homework, I’ll clean your room.
I was able to cut a deal with my employer to work from home two days a week .
The
defendant cut a deal with the prosecutor after he understood how much prison time he was facing.
Normally , I’ d cut a deal with you but I just can’t trust you anymore.
Normally, I ‘ d cut a deal with you but I just can’t trust you anymore.
Never cut
a deal unless it’s in writing !
Our supplier is willing to cut a deal with us if we can pay cash.
Now that you know everything about cut a deal , how about learning other expressions with the same verb? I recommend Cut Corners , Cut From The Same Cloth and Cut To The Chase . See you next time!