over the hill

You’reyard Slides Inflatablelistening to British Council’s English Online and I’m Sabrina. Today on Language Snacks we take a look at the expression over the hill. Let’s listen to the dialogue.

　　A: Do you think Beckham should still play for England?

　　B: No, he's way over the hill now. They should get some youngsters in.

　　So whatcheap Snowman Inflatabledoes the expression over the hill really mean? Well, as you may guess from the dialogue it has something to do with age and nothing to do with walking up hills. If you are too old to do something well you may be described as being over the hill. For example, a pop star, who is in their thirties or forties could be described as being over the hill.

　　I’m still only 23, so hopefully I’ve got a few more years before I’m over the hill!