Idiom
sweet Fanny Adams
Meanings
Nothing at all; no amount or no result.
Definition
“Sweet Fanny Adams” is a British idiom meaning nothing at all.
“Sweet Fanny Adams” is a British expression used to say there is nothing, or that someone got nothing. It is often used in a blunt, annoyed, or sarcastic way. You may hear it when people complain that an effort produced no results or that they received no help.
Examples
- I asked for help, but I got sweet Fanny Adams.
- After waiting an hour, there was sweet Fanny Adams to show for it.
- He promised a refund, but we received sweet Fanny Adams.
- I rang them twice and heard sweet Fanny Adams back.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use this in formal writing, but it is informal and can sound rude or aggressive.
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