The rough end of the pineapple In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "the rough end of the pineapple", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Alice Trang calendar 2020-07-19 08:07

Meaning of The rough end of the pineapple

The rough end of the pineapple Australia informal slang

A situation that someone being treated unfairly or severely

Jescy is getting the rough end of the pineapple because she is a new coming staff.

Other phrases about:

kick in the teeth

Being treated badly and unfairly by someone, especially when you trust them and need their help

be like a bear with a sore head

A bad- tempered person
 

to get/have the short end of the stick

To be treated unfairly in a deal, resulting in a disadvantage or burden; to be treated unfairly in some way.

Grammar and Usage of The rough end of the pineapple

Possessive Adjectives

It is used when someone is treated unfairly or badly (Primarily used in Australia )

 

More examples:

Our team only got the rough end of the pineapple when we met the judgements on the final round.

Our manager always gives us the rough end of the pineapple to because we are the best team under his management.

Origin of The rough end of the pineapple

It originated in Australia

The Origin Cited: https://wordhistories.net/2020/02/13/box-clever/ .
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