Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Budge Up

What does it mean?

Budge up is a casual British way to ask someone to move over to make more room, usually on a bench, sofa, or seat. It’s informal but friendly. "Budge up, let me sit down!" It’s a very practical phrase for social situations where you need a little more space.

Is it positive or negative?

Neutral.

When do you use it?

Used informally when asking someone to share a seat or space.

Examples

Example 1: Budge up, there's room for one more!

Example 2: He told me to budge up on the sofa.

Question for you

Do people say "move over" or something else in your language?

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