Neither here nor there

phrase

Not important or relevant.

Whether she comes to the party or not is neither here nor there, the main thing is that we enjoy the celebration.
Visual representation of "neither here nor there" - Not important or relevant

Often appears as...

  • it's neither here nor there
  • that's neither here nor there

Usage tips

Idiomatic

phrase

Not important or relevant.

Whether she comes to the party or not is neither here nor there, the main thing is that we enjoy the celebration.
Visual representation of "neither here nor there" - Not important or relevant

Often appears as...

  • it's neither here nor there
  • that's neither here nor there

Usage tips

Idiomatic

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "neither here nor there"
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Conversational Tone

Used often in casual talk to express that something isn't worth considering in a situation.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
Who he dated before is neither here nor there; what matters is how he treats you now.
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Subjective Use

Can imply that what's unimportant is a matter of personal opinion, not fact.

Illustration for Subjective Use
You might dislike her style, but that's neither here nor there regarding her skill.
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Avoid Overuse

Don't rely on this phrase too much; it might seem dismissive if overused.

Illustration for Avoid Overuse
Avoid saying a friend's opinion is neither here nor there frequently; it may upset them.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Conversational Tone

Used often in casual talk to express that something isn't worth considering in a situation.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
Who he dated before is neither here nor there; what matters is how he treats you now.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Subjective Use

Can imply that what's unimportant is a matter of personal opinion, not fact.

Illustration for Subjective Use
You might dislike her style, but that's neither here nor there regarding her skill.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Avoid Overuse

Don't rely on this phrase too much; it might seem dismissive if overused.

Illustration for Avoid Overuse
Avoid saying a friend's opinion is neither here nor there frequently; it may upset them.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Conversational Tone

Used often in casual talk to express that something isn't worth considering in a situation.

Illustration for Conversational Tone
Who he dated before is neither here nor there; what matters is how he treats you now.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Subjective Use

Can imply that what's unimportant is a matter of personal opinion, not fact.

Illustration for Subjective Use
You might dislike her style, but that's neither here nor there regarding her skill.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Avoid Overuse

Don't rely on this phrase too much; it might seem dismissive if overused.

Illustration for Avoid Overuse
Avoid saying a friend's opinion is neither here nor there frequently; it may upset them.
Visual representation of the word "Neither here nor there"

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