a mug's game

(British informal)

an activity that will not make you happy or successful

Usage notes: A mug is a person who is easily deceived.

Working for a big company is a mug's game - if you want to make money you need to start your own business.

Name	Pronounced	Usage
KristÝNa	-	Czech
Vasanti	-	Indian, Marathi
Ratan	-	Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Bengali
Cveta	-	Serbian
Seda	-	Turkish
Melton	['meltən]