Out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Rachel Chau calendar 2022-07-12 11:07

Meaning of Out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse

Synonyms:

not up someone's alley

Out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse informal prepositional phrase

“Not in my wheelhouse” is also used to convey the same meaning.

Not suiting someone’s interest, expertise, capability or out of someone's comfort zone

I bet Sue would not accept his invitation to prom because he is totally out of her wheelhouse.

I do not like Math. It's out of my wheelhouse.

It's normal to feel anxious when stepping out of your wheelhouse.

Other phrases about:

blow your own trumpet
Show off or brag about yourself
strong nerves
An ability to not be upset by unpleasant things.
weave (one's) magic

If something or someone weaves their magic, they use their unique talents or charm to produce a good effect or a desired outcome.

a/the magic touch

Having an ability to do something very well, especially when others can't

have (something), will travel

Said when someone has the skill or competence in something and could use it anywhere

Grammar and Usage of Out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse

Possessive Adjectives

  • out(side) (of) my wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) our wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) your wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) their wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) their wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) his wheelhouse
  • out(side) (of) her wheelhouse

Origin of Out(side) (of) (someone's) wheelhouse

It dated back to at least the early 19th Century. Originally, a “wheelhouse” referred to a part of a ship where the ship’s wheel and other navigational equipment are located. So, in the wheelhouse, you know what you are doing, and are in control. On the other hand, in baseball, "Wheelhouse" is the area in front of a batter where it’s easiest for the batter to hit a homerun.

The Origin Cited: quora.com .
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