Meaning of the word "it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for" in English
What does "it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for
US /ɪt ɪz ə pʊr dɔɡ ðæt ɪz nɑt wɜrθ ˈwɪslɪŋ fɔr/
UK /ɪt ɪz ə pɔː dɒɡ ðæt ɪz nɒt wɜːθ ˈwɪslɪŋ fɔː/
Idiom
something or someone is so insignificant or worthless that it is not even worth the slightest effort or attention
Example:
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I wouldn't bother fixing that old radio; it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for.
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He didn't even say thank you, but it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for.