Treat yourself

1st August 2025

Treat yourself

We use this expression to suggest that somebody should reward themselves, usually because they have been working hard or haven't done something nice for a long time.
IH Bristol Phrase of the Day: Treat yourself
Usage
Written: 
Yes
Spoken: 
Yes
Formal: 
No
Informal: 
Yes
Example 1
I've been working really hard recently. I could do with a rest.
You should treat yourself to a holiday. I'm sure you'll feel better after that.
Example 2
How was the weekend Patrick?
Oh, you know, the same as usual. We tsayed in, we watched TV, we fell asleep.
Well, maybe you should treat yourself to a weekend break in another city. Book a hotel for a couple of nights and get away from the home and television.