Phrases Common Idiomatic Expressions

Once upon a time...

A2

Meaning

Beginning of a story.

Example sentences

John: 'Let me tell you a story. Once upon a time, there was a princess...'<br>

Alice: 'I love stories!'

John: 'Wow!'

Alice: 'I read a very interesting story. Once upon a time, there was a magical forest...'<br>