put in my/your two cents
Meaning(s)
1. add one's opinion/advice/thoughts to a subject or situation
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
want me to put in my two cents?
Analysis
To 'put my two cents in' and the shorter 'my two cents' is an American medium usually said before or after giving your opinion or view on something. "If I can put my two cents in, that approach didn't work very well last time." This is an informal expression but you can hear it used in social and professional contexts.
Social Examples (Basic)
- You can put in your two cents but I can't promise I will listen.
- No one asked but I'm going to put in my two cents anyway so pay attention.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- If I can put in my two cents here, I think what you are suggesting is a terrible idea.
- Let's go around the table so everyone can put in their two cents.