“For a song”

Definition

For a very low price.

Examples

Examples

“He bought the old car for a song.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "For a song" mean?
"For a song" means for a very low price..
How do you use "For a song" in a sentence?
Example: "He bought the old car for a song."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "For a song"?
За бесценок. / Շատ ցածր գնով։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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