poor value

[pɔr ˈvæljuː]
noun phrase / adjective phrase
péssima relação custo-benefício
1. Something that costs too much money relative to its quality, usefulness, or benefits; an unfavorable ratio between price paid and value received
This hotel is poor value for money at $200 per night with no breakfast included.
Este hotel oferece péssima relação custo-benefício a $200 por noite sem café da manhã incluído.
2. An investment or purchase that does not justify its price or expense
Many investors consider penny stocks poor value compared to established companies.
Muitos investidores consideram ações de baixo preço uma péssima relação custo-benefício comparadas a empresas estabelecidas.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'poor value' is commonly used in consumer culture and business discussions. Brazilians frequently use the phrase 'relação custo-benefício' (cost-benefit ratio) in economic discussions, while Americans more casually say 'not worth it' or 'ripoff.' The concept is crucial in consumer advocacy and price comparison culture in both countries.
NYC Slang
a total ripoff; not worth the bread; bad deal
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bad valuepoor return on investmentoverpricednot worth the moneypoor bang for your buck
Antonyms / Antônimos
excellent valuegood valuebargaingreat dealworth the money

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
péssima relação custo-benefício
Most common and formal translation used across Brazil
General Brazilian
não vale a pena
Colloquial alternative meaning 'not worth it'
São Paulo
não compensa
Very common colloquial expression in business context
Portugal
fraca relação qualidade-preço
Portuguese variant using 'qualidade' instead of 'custo-benefício'

Related Words

value for moneyprice-to-quality ratioreturn on investmentaffordabilitypricing

Related Idioms & Phrases

not worth your while
throwing money down the drain
getting ripped off
bad bang for your buck
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