Not (really) (one's) scene In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "not (really) (one's) scene", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-07 02:08

Meaning of Not (really) (one's) scene

Synonyms:

be not (one's) bag , not (one's) long suit , not (really) (one's) thing , not one's cup of tea

Not (really) (one's) scene phrase

Not something that you are keen on or able to do very well.

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I'm loth to take the job that involves working with lots of figures because maths is not my scene,

When they discussed politics, I didn't say anything as it isn't really my scene.

I guess sport is not Mary's scene because she stayed silent all the time we had been talking about our favorite physical activities

Other phrases about:

not like the cut of (someone's) jib

To not like someone's mien.
 

not give (a) tuppence

To show little interest in something or someone.

Origin of Not (really) (one's) scene

The origin of this phrase is not clear.

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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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