A Baker's Dozen

A Baker’s Dozen

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A dozen is 12 of something.

So hat exactly is … ?

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You know, I should probably bring some cupcakes to my daughter’s birthday party.

Yeah, who doesn’t love cupcakes?

How many do you think you’ll need?

Well, there will be 10 people total, So may be a dozen.

Better make it a baker’s dozen.

Your daughter might want an extra one.

She is the birthday girl!

A baker’s dozen is a phrase that means 13 of something.

we  usually say this expression when talking about buying baked goods - like donuts, rolls or cupcakes.

It refers to the tradition of a baker providing one extra when a customer buys 12 of something.

And that’s English in a Minute!