English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you're more trouble than you're worth" Mean?
Learn what "you're more trouble than you're worth" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Rude
Harsh
Accuse
You're more trouble
It means the speaker thinks the other person is causing too much hassle and is not worth dealing with.
From Collateral Hearts, Episode 56
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone insults another person by saying they cause more trouble than they are worth.
Usage Scenario
Use this in an argument when you want to insult someone strongly. It is rude and can sound deeply hurtful.
Better ways to say it
1
You're more trouble than you're worth.
2
You're nothing but trouble.
3
You're too much trouble.
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