Meaning of the word "a fish out of water" in English
What does "a fish out of water" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a fish out of water
US /ə fɪʃ aʊt əv ˈwɔtər/
UK /ə fɪʃ aʊt əv ˈwɔtər/
Idiom
1.
a person who is in an unfamiliar or uncomfortable environment
Example:
•
When I moved to the big city, I felt like a fish out of water.
•
He was clearly a fish out of water at the formal dinner party.
Learn This Word at Lingoland