English Expression · Intermediate
reel off
To list effortlessly and quickly
Pronunciation: say reel off
Meaning
To list effortlessly and quickly.
Example
There are 12 months left before the next World Cup and every England fan can reel off Sven Goran Eriksson's starting XI within 15 seconds.
There are 12 months left before the next World Cup and every England fan can reel off Sven Goran Eriksson's starting XI within 15 seconds.
Practice tips
- Practice reel off 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.