any (one) worth (one's) salt



any (one) worth (one's) salt

A person who warrants respect in a certain field or area. "Any" is typically followed by a particular profession or title. Any teacher worth his salt is able to inspire his students. Any doctor worth her salt is able to diagnose conditions accurately.
See also: any, salt, worth

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Winonawi-NON-ə (English)English, Native American, Sioux
PrestonPRES-tənEnglish
Nosson-Yiddish
CornÉkawr-NAYDutch
QuintusKWIN-tuws (Ancient Roman), KWIN-təs (English)Ancient Roman
Mchumba-Eastern African, Swahili