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
Osberht-Anglo-Saxon
Innokenti-Russian
QuinKWINEnglish (Rare)
MelÁNie-Czech
Amse-Frisian
Nejc-Slovene