English Expression · Intermediate
have legs
To have speed
Pronunciation: say have legs
Meaning
To have the potential to succeed or be viable over time.
Example
Your plan will tell you if your idea has legs and is viable.
Your plan will tell you if your idea has legs and is viable.
Practice tips
- Practice have legs out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.