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my foot
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私の足なんて, 冗談じゃない
used to show one's disagreement or disbelief
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "my foot" and when to use it?
The idiom "my foot" is an informal expression that is used to express strong disagreement, disbelief, or rejection of a statement or claim. It is a shortened form of the phrase "not on your foot" or "not on your life," which originated in the early 20th century.
Example
Not working my foot.
私の足なんて働いてるわけがない。彼はただ来るのが面倒なだけだ。
He said he's the smartest person in the room?
彼はこの部屋で一番頭がいいと言ったの？私の足なんて、冗談じゃない！私は彼が基本的な数学で苦労しているのを見たことがある。
