catch it

An informal expression meaning to be scolded, punished, or get into trouble for doing something wrong.

• 🇵🇹Expressão informal que significa levar uma bronca, ser punido ou acabar em apuros por algo errado.

1. Receive punishment or scolding B2 informal

   To be punished or severely reprimanded for a mistake or wrongdoing.

   • If you break that vase, you'll catch it from your mother.
   • He really caught it when his boss found out about the error.
   • She knew she would catch it for being late again.

   🇵🇹Levar um puxão de orelha