If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Jenne Phuong

2021-11-24 05:11

Meaning of If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake

If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake exclamation

Used to show one's excitement or delighted surprise when he or she has seen someone unexpectedly

Oh my gosh, I can't believe I would meet you here. If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake!

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To express surprise or astonishment

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To do or say something without thinking carefully because you're too excited or angry

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An expression of surprise/shock or showing that you refuse to do something

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Coincidentally, suprisingly; as a matter of fact

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The excitement and danger caused by taking part in activities, especially sports or entertainments

Origin of If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake

This expression is the title of a popular song published in 1950. The best-known version of the song was recorded by Eileen Barton. The phrase quickly caught on, and for at least a decade thereafter anyone who appeared where least expected was likely to be greeted with “If I knew you were coming, I'd have baked a cake.”

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