English Expression · Intermediate
patch the small hole in the wall
cover and repair a minor wall opening
Pronunciation: patch the small hole in the wall
Meaning
A natural expression used to convey: cover and repair a minor wall opening.
Example
Patch the small hole in the wall before painting.
Cover and repair the small wall opening before painting.
Practice tips
- Practice patch the small hole in the wall 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.