"Not feeling flash this morning, so I'm going to sit out"
This sentence is from an email of my colleague.
I understand it as "I'm sick this morning, so I won't work today", but not quite sure what the accuracy meaning of the two phrases:
- "feel flash"
- "sit out"
Is my understanding correct, and when to use them in daily life?
Best Answer
This is a VERY, VERY common phrase used in British English, Australian and New Zealand English. It is also commonly misinterpreted by American English speakers.
To "feel flash" means to feel great, to be in good condition. To "not feel flash" means to be in a bad condition.
In your example, the speaker isn't feeling too well.