Aussie English Ep010 - Expression - It's no skin off my nose
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Mar 5, 2016 Explore the Aussie expression 'It's no skin off my nose' and its meaning and origin. Learn how it is used and hear a personal anecdote. Submit your own stories for future episodes.
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Meaning and Origin of Expression
- "It's no skin off my nose" means something does not bother or affect you.
- The phrase originates from early 20th century boxing where losing skin off the nose was a risk.
Personal Use Example
- Speaker 0 shares how his father used the phrase in everyday conversation.
- His father would say it to give permission without concern, showing casual acceptance.
When to Use the Expression
- Use "it's no skin off my nose" to express indifference or no problem with a request.
- The phrase shows you don't care or are not affected either way by the action.