“Fish out of water”

Definition

Feeling uncomfortable in an unfamiliar situation.

Examples

Examples

“At the formal dinner, I felt like a fish out of water.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Fish out of water" mean?
"Fish out of water" means feeling uncomfortable in an unfamiliar situation..
How do you use "Fish out of water" in a sentence?
Example: "At the formal dinner, I felt like a fish out of water."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Fish out of water"?
Чувствовать себя не в своей тарелке. / Անծանոթ միջավայրում անհարմար զգալ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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