Meaning of the word "someone can dish it out but he or she can’t take it" in English
What does "someone can dish it out but he or she can’t take it" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
someone can dish it out but he or she can’t take it
US /ˈsʌm.wʌn kæn dɪʃ ɪt aʊt bʌt hi ɔr ʃi kænt teɪk ɪt/
UK /ˈsʌm.wʌn kæn dɪʃ ɪt aʊt bʌt hi ɔː ʃi kɑːnt teɪk ɪt/
Idiom
used to describe a person who is good at criticizing or insulting others but cannot accept criticism or insults themselves
Example:
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He's always making fun of people, but if you say anything about him, he gets really upset. He's a classic example of someone who can dish it out but can't take it.
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My boss is tough on everyone, but if you challenge his ideas, he gets defensive. Clearly, he can dish it out but he can't take it.