Meaning of the word "a bad excuse is better than none" in English
What does "a bad excuse is better than none" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a bad excuse is better than none
US /ə bæd ɪkˈskjuːs ɪz ˈbetər ðæn nʌn/
UK /ə bæd ɪkˈskjuːs ɪz ˈbetə ðæn nʌn/
Idiom
it is better to give a poor reason for one's actions than to give no reason at all
Example:
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I know you're late, but just tell them you missed the bus; a bad excuse is better than none.
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He tried to blame the weather for his failure, proving that a bad excuse is better than none.