Have had a bellyful of somebody/something

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phrase

To have enough or too much of someone or something.

I have had a bellyful of his constant complaints about work.
Visual representation of "have had a bellyful of somebody/something" - To have enough or too much of someone or something

Often appears as...

  • have had a bellyful of complaints
  • have had a bellyful of problems

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Emotional Intensity

This phrase expresses strong feelings of frustration or annoyance.

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After months of dealing with delays, I've had a bellyful of the construction noise.
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Informal Usage

It's casual language, more likely to be used in conversation than formal writing.

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I've had a bellyful of his excuses; I just can't listen to any more.
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Metaphorical

The phrase uses 'bellyful' metaphorically to mean a large, often excessive, amount.

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She's had a bellyful of office politics and is considering quitting.
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