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UK//hiːz nɒt ˈbiːɪŋ ə ˈhɪərəʊ//US//hiz nɑt ˈbiɪŋ ə ˈhɪroʊ//

Meaning of He's not being a hero

He is not acting or behaving like a hero.

In simple words: He is not acting brave or helpful.

He's not being a hero in a sentence

  • In this situation, he's not being a hero by staying silent.
  • During the emergency, he's not being a hero; he's just watching.
  • When it was time to help, he's not being a hero at all.
  • Despite the opportunity, he's not being a hero in any way.
  • In this moment of need, he's not being a hero; he's avoiding responsibility.

How to use He's not being a hero

Used informally to suggest someone is not taking risks or helping others. Appropriate in casual conversations but may be sarcastic.

Grammar pattern

standalone sentence

Memory hint

Think of 'hero' as someone saving the day, and not doing it means just the opposite.

Related words

Collocations with He's not being a hero

  • being a hero
  • not a hero
  • hero in a crisis
  • act like a hero
  • heroic actions

Synonyms for He's not being a hero

Common mistakes with He's not being a hero

  • Using 'hero' as a verb incorrectly.
  • Confusing it with 'heroic' which refers to actions, not character.
  • Assuming it refers to someone who has done something special instead of indicating a lack of action.

Compare He's not being a hero with Coward, Spectator

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Frequently asked questions about He's not being a hero

What does He's not being a hero mean?

He is not acting brave or helpful.

What is the definition of He's not being a hero?

He is not acting or behaving like a hero.

How do you use He's not being a hero in a sentence?

In this situation, he's not being a hero by staying silent.

Can you give another example of He's not being a hero?

During the emergency, he's not being a hero; he's just watching.

What are synonyms for He's not being a hero?

Common alternatives include coward, bystander, spectator, layabout, onlooker.

What words go with He's not being a hero?

It commonly pairs with being a hero, not a hero, hero in a crisis, act like a hero, heroic actions.

What are common mistakes when using He's not being a hero?

Using 'hero' as a verb incorrectly. Confusing it with 'heroic' which refers to actions, not character. Assuming it refers to someone who has done something special instead of indicating a lack of action.

How do you pronounce He's not being a hero?

US: //hiz nɑt ˈbiɪŋ ə ˈhɪroʊ//, UK: //hiːz nɒt ˈbiːɪŋ ə ˈhɪərəʊ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use He's not being a hero?

Used informally to suggest someone is not taking risks or helping others. Appropriate in casual conversations but may be sarcastic.