Get somebody’s goat

Pro Tip 1/3

Emotional Charge

The phrase 'get somebody’s goat' often expresses strong irritation or frustration.

When you leave dirty dishes out, it really gets my goat.

Pro Tip 2/3

Casual Use

'Get somebody’s goat' is informal, best used with friends or in casual settings, not formal or professional situations.

During our games, my brother's boasting always gets my goat.

Pro Tip 3/3

Culture Sensitive

This idiom is used in English-speaking countries and might be confusing to non-English speakers without explanation.

If I say my noisy neighbor gets my goat, people from other countries might not understand at first.