English / idiom
He's a Chip off the Old Block
MEANING IN ENGLISH
He closely resembles his parent—especially his father—in appearance, behavior, or temperament.
In context
01
Just like his father who prized peaceful weekend strolls, he's a chip off the old block who prefers resting to endless overtime.
02
Kamal insists on cooking a calm dinner every evening—he's a chip off the old block.
Synonyms
spitting image,like father like son,apple doesn't fall far from the tree
Antonyms
total opposite,complete contrast,different breed
Collocations
truly a chip off the old block,just like his father a chip off the old block,clearly a chip off the old block