Zoeken
piece of cake
01
anything that is very easy to achieve or do
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "piece of cake" and when to use it?
The idiom "piece of cake" is used to describe something as very easy or simple to accomplish. It likely originated from the idea that eating a piece of cake is enjoyable and requires little effort. The phrase has been in use in English since the early 20th century and has become a popular way to express how easy a task is.
Voorbeeld
She grabbed the last piece of cake from the dessert table during the party.
He offered her a piece of cake.
He helped himself to a piece of cake from the kitchen.
The children began to squabble over the last piece of cake, each insisting it was rightfully theirs.
She decided to speak for the last piece of cake before anyone else could grab it.