“Once in a blue moon”

Definition

Very rarely.

Examples

Examples

“I see him once in a blue moon.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Once in a blue moon" mean?
"Once in a blue moon" means very rarely..
How do you use "Once in a blue moon" in a sentence?
Example: "I see him once in a blue moon."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Once in a blue moon"?
Очень редко. / Շատ հազվադեպ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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