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Doesn't seem fair

🇬🇧 UK //ˈdʌzənt siːm fɛə// 🇺🇸 US //ˈdʌzənt sim fɛr//

Meaning of Doesn't seem fair

Expresses that something appears to be unjust or unequal.

In simple words: Feels like something is unfair.

Doesn't seem fair in a sentence

• This decision doesn't seem fair to those who worked harder.
• When she got the prize instead of him, it really doesn't seem fair.
• Many complaints have been raised because it doesn't seem fair.
• The way they are treated doesn't seem fair at all.
• His comments make it clear that this situation doesn't seem fair.

How to use Doesn't seem fair

Used in situations to express a sense of injustice or inequality. Avoid in formal writings or speeches.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a balanced scale tipped unfairly; it 'doesn't seem fair'.

The Wire › S1 E1

Doesn't seem fair.

Related words

Collocations with Doesn't seem fair

• doesn't seem fair at all
• doesn't seem fair to me
• just doesn't seem fair

Synonyms for Doesn't seem fair

• appears unfair
• seems unjust
• feels unequal
• seems biased

Common mistakes with Doesn't seem fair

• Confused with 'seem fair' to express agreement.
• Omitting 'doesn't' and saying 'seems fair' when it is not.
• Using inappropriately in formal contexts.

Frequently asked questions about "Doesn't seem fair"

What does "Doesn't seem fair" mean?

Feels like something is unfair.

What is the definition of "Doesn't seem fair"?

Expresses that something appears to be unjust or unequal.

How do you use "Doesn't seem fair" in a sentence?

This decision doesn't seem fair to those who worked harder.

Can you give another example of "Doesn't seem fair"?

When she got the prize instead of him, it really doesn't seem fair.

What are synonyms for "Doesn't seem fair"?

Common alternatives include appears unfair, seems unjust, feels unequal, seems biased.

What words go with "Doesn't seem fair"?

It commonly pairs with doesn't seem fair at all, doesn't seem fair to me, just doesn't seem fair.

What are common mistakes when using "Doesn't seem fair"?

Confused with 'seem fair' to express agreement. Omitting 'doesn't' and saying 'seems fair' when it is not. Using inappropriately in formal contexts.

How do you pronounce "Doesn't seem fair"?

US: //ˈdʌzənt sim fɛr//, UK: //ˈdʌzənt siːm fɛə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Doesn't seem fair"?

Used in situations to express a sense of injustice or inequality. Avoid in formal writings or speeches.