Hit the spot

verb phrase

To be exactly what is needed or wanted. Typically used for food or drinks that satisfy hunger or thirst perfectly.

This ice-cold lemonade really hits the spot on a hot day like today.
Visual representation of "hit the spot" - To be exactly what is needed or wanted. Typically used for food or drinks that satisfy hunger or thirst perfectly.

Often appears as...

  • really hits the spot
  • just hits the spot

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic, Colloquial

verb phrase

To get right to the point or the central aspect of something.

His comment about the team's lack of discipline hit the spot.
Visual representation of "hit the spot" - To get right to the point or the central aspect of something.

Often appears as...

  • really hits the spot
  • hits the spot regarding

Usage tips

Idiomatic, General

verb phrase

To be exactly what is needed or wanted. Typically used for food or drinks that satisfy hunger or thirst perfectly.

This ice-cold lemonade really hits the spot on a hot day like today.
Visual representation of "hit the spot" - To be exactly what is needed or wanted. Typically used for food or drinks that satisfy hunger or thirst perfectly.

Often appears as...

  • really hits the spot
  • just hits the spot

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic, Colloquial

verb phrase

To get right to the point or the central aspect of something.

His comment about the team's lack of discipline hit the spot.
Visual representation of "hit the spot" - To get right to the point or the central aspect of something.

Often appears as...

  • really hits the spot
  • hits the spot regarding

Usage tips

Idiomatic, General

Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "hit the spot"
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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or professional situations.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
After our long hike, the homemade stew really hit the spot.
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Physical Relief

Often used when something provides a sense of physical satisfaction or relief.

Illustration for Physical Relief
A cold bath can really hit the spot after a day in the sun.
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Personal Preference

Can be used to express personal preference or particular taste.

Illustration for Personal Preference
For me, nothing hits the spot like my mom's apple pie.
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Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or professional situations.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
After our long hike, the homemade stew really hit the spot.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Physical Relief

Often used when something provides a sense of physical satisfaction or relief.

Illustration for Physical Relief
A cold bath can really hit the spot after a day in the sun.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Personal Preference

Can be used to express personal preference or particular taste.

Illustration for Personal Preference
For me, nothing hits the spot like my mom's apple pie.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Colloquial Usage

Used in casual conversation, not in formal writing or professional situations.

Illustration for Colloquial Usage
After our long hike, the homemade stew really hit the spot.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Physical Relief

Often used when something provides a sense of physical satisfaction or relief.

Illustration for Physical Relief
A cold bath can really hit the spot after a day in the sun.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Personal Preference

Can be used to express personal preference or particular taste.

Illustration for Personal Preference
For me, nothing hits the spot like my mom's apple pie.
Visual representation of the word "Hit the spot"

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