好きな単語を入力!

Not worth your while Meaning in English

expression

ˈnɑt/ /ˈwɝθ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhwaɪɫ/, /ˈwaɪɫ
NAHT WURTH YOR (or YER) WHYL (or WYL)
nˈɒt/ /wˈɜːθ/ /jˈɔː/ /wˈaɪl
NOT WURTH YAW WHYL

Definition

If something is not worth your while, it does not give enough benefits or value to make the time or effort you spend on it worthwhile.

Usage & Nuances

This expression is informal and often used to give advice or express personal opinion. Common with actions or opportunities that offer little reward. Similar to 'not worth it', but emphasizes your own time or effort. Often used with 'it's' or 'wasn't/weren't'.

Example Sentences

It's not worth your while to go if the meeting will be very short.

basic

Cleaning the house alone is not worth your while for just five minutes of guests.

basic

It's not worth your while to wait in line for an hour for a cheap ticket.

basic

Honestly, it's not worth your while to argue with him—he never listens.

natural

It’s not worth your while starting a new show this late at night.

natural

If the pay is that low, it's just not worth your while.

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