go down a treat
Meaning(s)
1. to be successful or enjoyable
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
that went down a treat
Analysis
The idiom 'to go down a treat' means something has been a success or has been enjoyed. If you say something 'went down a treat' it means it went down well or was enjoyed by all. This is a popular phrase used often in social and professional contexts.
Social Examples (Basic)
- You brought a cake! That will go down a treat after dinner.
- Samantha's speech went down a treat at the wedding.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- The new proposal went down a treat with the council. We now have their support.
- I must thank you for the recommendation on the wine. It went down a treat.