English Expression · Intermediate
sick man
A weak member of a peer group, especially the weakest
Pronunciation: say sick man
Meaning
A weak member of a peer group, especially the weakest.
Example
The former openly likens Cuba to Turkey, saying that the island is the "sick man" of the West;
The former openly likens Cuba to Turkey, saying that the island is the "sick man" of the West;
Practice tips
- Practice sick man 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.