Wednesday, October 5, 2016

idioms - "off colour" and "out of sorts" in British English


I am wondering whether "off colour" and "out of sorts" are completely interchangeable idioms in British English, and if not, what the difference is.



John {looks/feels} a bit {off colour/out of sorts} today.



An Australian co-worker of mine told me it could mean "upset", but I find his explanation contrary to dictionary definition.





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