punch below one's weight

Englisch - Englisch

Definition von punch below one's weight im Englisch Englisch wörterbuch

To achieve or perform at a level lower than should be expected based on one's preparation, attributes, rank, or past accomplishments

But the overall effect is flimsy and insubstantial, a gifted writer punching well below his weight.

Silbentrennung

punch be·low one's weight

Türkische aussprache

pʌnç bilō wʌnz weyt

Synonyme

underachieve

Antonyme

overachieve, punch above one's weight

Aussprache

/ˈpənʧ bēˈlō ˈwənz ˈwāt/ /ˈpʌnʧ biːˈloʊ ˈwʌnz ˈweɪt/

Etymologie

() An allusion to the sport of boxing.