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Born under a bad sign

🇬🇧 UK //bɔːrn ˈʌndə ə bəd saɪn// 🇺🇸 US //bɔrn ˈʌndər ə bæd saɪn//

Meaning of Born under a bad sign

Expresses having bad luck due to one's birth circumstances.

In simple words: Born with bad luck or negative influences.

Born under a bad sign in a sentence

• Ever since I was young, I've felt like I was born under a bad sign.
• He always jokes that he's born under a bad sign because nothing ever seems to go right for him.
• With all the troubles I've faced, I think I was born under a bad sign.
• People say I was born under a bad sign, but I prefer to think of it as charmingly unlucky.
• She believed she was born under a bad sign, given her series of unfortunate events.

How to use Born under a bad sign

Used casually to express that someone feels they have consistently bad luck or misfortunes. It's best suited for informal conversations among friends rather than formal situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine someone being born in a stormy sky, a sign of trouble.

The Sopranos › S1 E1

But you were born Under a bad sign

Related words

Collocations with Born under a bad sign

• born under a lucky star
• feels like a bad omen
• bad luck
• unlucky moments
• ill-fated events

Synonyms for Born under a bad sign

• unlucky
• ill-fated
• doomed
• cursed
• jinxed

Common mistakes with Born under a bad sign

• Confused with 'born under a lucky star' which has a positive connotation.
• Using it in overly formal contexts.
• Assuming it refers to something other than bad luck.

Frequently asked questions about "Born under a bad sign"

What does "Born under a bad sign" mean?

Born with bad luck or negative influences.

What is the definition of "Born under a bad sign"?

Expresses having bad luck due to one's birth circumstances.

How do you use "Born under a bad sign" in a sentence?

Ever since I was young, I've felt like I was born under a bad sign.

Can you give another example of "Born under a bad sign"?

He always jokes that he's born under a bad sign because nothing ever seems to go right for him.

What are synonyms for "Born under a bad sign"?

Common alternatives include unlucky, ill-fated, doomed, cursed, jinxed.

What words go with "Born under a bad sign"?

It commonly pairs with born under a lucky star, feels like a bad omen, bad luck, unlucky moments, ill-fated events.

What are common mistakes when using "Born under a bad sign"?

Confused with 'born under a lucky star' which has a positive connotation. Using it in overly formal contexts. Assuming it refers to something other than bad luck.

How do you pronounce "Born under a bad sign"?

US: //bɔrn ˈʌndər ə bæd saɪn//, UK: //bɔːrn ˈʌndə ə bəd saɪn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is "Born under a bad sign" formal or informal?

"Born under a bad sign" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use "Born under a bad sign"?

Used casually to express that someone feels they have consistently bad luck or misfortunes. It's best suited for informal conversations among friends rather than formal situations.