not be cut out for something

Related to word: cut

Idiom

Definition

  1. C2

    To lack the inherent qualities or temperament needed for a particular activity or role.

    不适合做…的人

    • She quickly realized that she was not cut out for teaching.

      她很快意识到自己不适合教书。

    • After a few months of training, he discovered he was really not cut out for being a chef.

      经过几个月的训练,他发现自己真的不适合当厨师。

    • This job requires long hours of concentration, and I'm simply not cut out for that.

      这份工作需要长时间的专注,而我根本不适合。