Knowing how to express disgust is important for communicating your emotions and reactions to something repulsive.
In this lesson, we’ll explore various ways to express disgust in English, using appropriate words and expressions to communicate your feelings.
Expressing disgust:
That’s disgusting – Describing something repulsive
“That’s disgusting” is a simple expression to convey that something is extremely disgusting.
Example:
The smell is disgusting.
I feel nauseous – Indicating physical discomfort
“I feel nauseous” means that you experience physical discomfort in reaction to something disgusting.
Example:
This food makes me feel nauseous.
It’s revolting – Expressing a strong sense of disgust
“It’s revolting” is used to show a strong sense of disgust towards something.
Example:
The condition of the bathroom is revolting.
Expressing disgust in a more specific manner:
That’s filthy – Describing something very dirty
“That’s filthy” is used to describe something very dirty and disgusting.
Example:
The water in this pool is filthy.
It gives me the creeps – Showing discomfort
“It gives me the creeps” is used to indicate discomfort or disgust towards something.
Example:
The sight of that spider gives me the creeps.
I can’t stand it – Indicating an intolerance to disgust
“I can’t stand it” is used to indicate that you cannot tolerate something disgusting.
Example:
I can’t stand the smell of this rotten fish.
It’s repulsive – Expressing a sense of impurity
“It’s repulsive” is used to show a sense of impurity and disgust towards something.
Example:
The state of this kitchen is absolutely repulsive.
Knowing how to express disgust in English is essential for authentic communication. Choose the response that best matches how you feel and the situation. Practice regularly to strengthen your communication skills in English. Happy practicing!
