On a silver platter
idiom
Something provided or obtained easily, without effort or sacrifice.
She expected to get the job on a silver platter just because her father is the manager.
Often appears as...
- get on a silver platter
- serve on a silver platter
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiom
Something provided or obtained easily, without effort or sacrifice.
She expected to get the job on a silver platter just because her father is the manager.
Often appears as...
- get on a silver platter
- serve on a silver platter
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Meaning
The phrase is used metaphorically and doesn't involve real silverware.
He didn't have to work hard; his connections offered success on a silver platter.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation vs. Effort
The phrase suggests an expectation of entitlement, without personal effort.
She believes promotions should come to her on a silver platter, not realizing the hard work needed.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply laziness or undeserved privilege when someone gets things too easily.
He's spoiled; everything's given to him on a silver platter.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Meaning
The phrase is used metaphorically and doesn't involve real silverware.
He didn't have to work hard; his connections offered success on a silver platter.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation vs. Effort
The phrase suggests an expectation of entitlement, without personal effort.
She believes promotions should come to her on a silver platter, not realizing the hard work needed.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply laziness or undeserved privilege when someone gets things too easily.
He's spoiled; everything's given to him on a silver platter.
Pro Tip 1/3Figurative Meaning
The phrase is used metaphorically and doesn't involve real silverware.
He didn't have to work hard; his connections offered success on a silver platter.
Pro Tip 2/3Expectation vs. Effort
The phrase suggests an expectation of entitlement, without personal effort.
She believes promotions should come to her on a silver platter, not realizing the hard work needed.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Connotation
Can imply laziness or undeserved privilege when someone gets things too easily.
He's spoiled; everything's given to him on a silver platter.
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