be out of (one's) element
be out of (one's) element
To be uncomfortable in a certain situation, typically because one lacks experience or familiarity with it. She usually just orders takeout, so she's really out of her element in the kitchen. I know you're out of your element in this new school, but you'll make friends soon, and things will get better. I asked Alex to consult on this project because I'm out of my element here.
See also: element, of, out
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
- out of (one's) element
- out of element
- out of one's element
- out of your element
- make it warm for (one)
- make it warm for someone
- make it hot for
- make it hot for (someone)
- make it hot for somebody
- make it hot for someone