very close by · a short distance away
Ever found yourself trying to explain just how close that amazing cafe is to your hotel? Or how easy it is to get from one sight to another? This fun, informal idiom is your best friend! 👯♀️ It means something is super, super close – literally, as if you could hop, skip, and jump there. Perfect for giving travel tips or planning your day out! 🗺️✨
💡 **Pro Tip!** This expression is super casual and often used with 'from' or 'to' to indicate proximity. For example: 'The beach is just a hop, skip, and a jump away from our hotel!' or 'The metro station is a hop, skip, and a jump away, so getting around is easy.' It's a vivid way to describe short distances without just saying 'it's close'. So next time you're giving directions or talking about convenience, give this a try! 😉
When would you most likely use 'a hop, skip, and a jump away'? A. To describe a long, difficult journey across a continent. B. To explain that two places are very close to each other. C. To talk about a future event that is still far off.