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
Jose[dʒəuz]
Theodore['θiədɔ:]
KatieKAY-teeEnglish
Anis-Arabic
Giovanna[dʒɔ:'va:nna:]
Cateline-Medieval French