I'm not really a (football) person

2nd July 2024

We use this expression to say that we don't really like a thing or enjoy an activity that many other people like or enjoy.

I'm not really a football person

Usage

Written:

Yes

Spoken:

Yes

Formal:

Informal:

Yes

Example 1

Are you going to apply for the bar-person job? It pays well.

I don't think I'd be very good at it. I'm not a people person.

Well I think you are a people person. You're good at chatting to other students in lessons.

Example 2

Are you coming to the restaurant this evening?

No thanks. I'm not really a restaurant person. I much prefer eating at home.