slowcoach

Everyday

(UK, Ireland, Australia, informal) A person who walks, works or does things too slowly; said in a teasing, friendly way. tree →

In the lessons

In family and school life, adults and children say «Come on, slowcoach!» to someone who is lagging behind. In the US the word is «slowpoke». Phrases: «come on, slowcoach», «don't be such a slowcoach».

Examples

• Come on, slowcoach, we'll miss the bus! tree →
• I'm always the slowcoach when we walk up the hill. tree →
• Grandad called me a slowcoach because I took ages to tie my shoes. tree →
• Don't be a slowcoach — it's nearly time to go. tree →
• The tortoise was a slowcoach, but it still won the race. tree →
• «Hurry up, slowcoaches!» shouted the teacher. tree →

Note

Plural «slowcoaches». Informal, friendly teasing; not very rude. US/Canada word: slowpoke. One word.