Give a monkey's Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈməŋkiz
GIV-uh-MUN-keez
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /ˈmʌŋkiz
giv-uh-MUN-keez
Definição
This informal British expression means to not care at all about something, to have no interest or concern.
Uso & Nuances
Very informal and slightly rude; most common in British English. Usually used in negative sentences ('I don't give a monkey's'). Not used in formal writing. Synonyms: 'not care', 'couldn't care less'. Don't use in polite or professional contexts.
Spanish: importarle un pepino - no interesarle en absolutoPortuguese (BR): não estar nem aí - não ligarPortuguese (PT): estar-se nas tintas - não querer saberChinese (Simplified): 毫不在乎 - 根本不关心Chinese (Traditional): 毫不在乎 - 根本不關心Hindi: कोई परवाह नहीं करनाArabic: لا يهتم أبداً - لا يكترثBengali: কেয়ার করি না - মোটেও পাত্তা দিই নাRussian: наплевать - всё равноJapanese: 全く気にしない - どうでもいいVietnamese: không quan tâm - không để ýKorean: 전혀 신경 쓰지 않다 - 관심 없다Turkish: umursamamak - hiç sallamamakUrdu: پروا نہیں کرنا - بالکل خیال نہ کرناIndonesian: tidak peduli - cuek
Frases de Exemplo
I don't give a monkey's about football.
basic
She doesn't give a monkey's about what people think.
basic
Do you give a monkey's about this job?
basic
Honestly, I couldn't give a monkey's if we leave early.
natural
My boss thinks I give a monkey's, but I don't.
natural
When it comes to drama, he doesn't give a monkey's.
natural