Jump on the Bandwagon

Jump on the bandwagon

Welcome to English in a Minute!

A “bandwagon” describes a vehicle that used to carry performers from a circus.

Jump on the bandwagon

Hey, how was your exercise class last night?

What’s it called again?

Water yoga!

It’s a popular new way to exercise!

You should try it!

Anna,

I’m not one to jump on the bandwagon, especially if it has to do with yoga.

Come on, Jonathan, jump on the water yoga bandwgon!

If you “jump on the bandwagon,” you join samething that has already become popular.

Actual “bandwagons” were first used for circus bands.

politicians also used them in campaigns to get attention.

Tpday, the word “bandwagon” in this expression represents anything that is popular.

And that’s English in a Minute!