English Expression · Intermediate
sit right
agree with one's stomach
Pronunciation: /sɪt raɪt/
Meaning
To be tolerated comfortably by the stomach; usually used negatively about food that causes discomfort.
Example
The rich meal didn't sit right, and I felt sick.
The rich meal didn't sit right, and I felt sick.
Practice tips
- Practice sit right 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.