Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Not my cup of tea

What does it mean?

Something you do not like or are not interested in.

Is it positive or negative?

Mildly negative and polite.

When do you use it?

Use it to say a preference without sounding rude.

Examples

Example 1: Opera is not my cup of tea.

Example 2: That game is not really my cup of tea.

Example 3: He tried it, but it was not his cup of tea.

Question for you

What is not your cup of tea?

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