Be/go down with something

phrase

To start to suffer from an illness, especially one that is not serious.

I think I'm going down with a cold.

Often appears as...

go down with the flu
go down with a fever

phrase

To start to suffer from an illness, especially one that is not serious.

I think I'm going down with a cold.

Often appears as...

go down with the flu
go down with a fever

Definition 1 of 1

Visual representation of "be/go down with something"

Pro Tip 1/3

Temporary Illness

The phrase is often used for illnesses that are short-lived and not too severe.

Sorry, I can't join you for dinner; I've gone down with the stomach bug.

Pro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Use

It's common in casual conversation, but not in formal or medical contexts.

Many people in our office are going down with the flu these days.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not for Injuries

Used for diseases or infections, not for physical injuries like a broken leg.

I may not attend the party; looks like I'm going down with a fever.

Pro Tip 1/3

Temporary Illness

The phrase is often used for illnesses that are short-lived and not too severe.

Sorry, I can't join you for dinner; I've gone down with the stomach bug.

Pro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Use

It's common in casual conversation, but not in formal or medical contexts.

Many people in our office are going down with the flu these days.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not for Injuries

Used for diseases or infections, not for physical injuries like a broken leg.

I may not attend the party; looks like I'm going down with a fever.

Pro Tip 1/3

Temporary Illness

The phrase is often used for illnesses that are short-lived and not too severe.

Sorry, I can't join you for dinner; I've gone down with the stomach bug.

Pro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Use

It's common in casual conversation, but not in formal or medical contexts.

Many people in our office are going down with the flu these days.

Pro Tip 3/3

Not for Injuries

Used for diseases or infections, not for physical injuries like a broken leg.

I may not attend the party; looks like I'm going down with a fever.

Visual representation of the word "Be/go down with something"

Never forget "Be/go down with something"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension