Grammar fix
snap
speak sharply
To say something suddenly in a short, angry way.
How oftenCommon
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
I'm sorry I snapped at you earlier—I was tired.
When I haven't slept well, I sometimes snap at people over tiny things. Usually I realise straight away and apologise.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: Please don't snap to me.
Say: Please don't snap at me.
Use 'at' to introduce the person you speak angrily to.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Suddenly get angry at someone
How strongSharp wordExplosion
snapYou're here · A short, sharp answer, usually because you're tired or stressed.
lose itVery casual: lost control and shouted or cried.blow upA sudden, loud burst of anger, often about something small.go madThe everyday British way: "Mum went mad at me." Americans say "got mad".hit the roofExtremely angry, usually when someone finds out about something.