English Expression · Intermediate
make light work of
To manage something without difficulty
Pronunciation: say make light work of
Meaning
To manage something without difficulty.
Example
Rooney's goal certainly came at a good time as the news filtered through that Ukraine were making light work of San Marino.
Rooney's goal certainly came at a good time as the news filtered through that Ukraine were making light work of San Marino.
Practice tips
- Practice make light work of 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.