barking up the wrong tree

 

barking up the wrong tree

= making a mistake when trying to find a solution 

If you think scolding your dog will stop him from barking at strangers on the street, you are barking up the wrong tree; your dog needs proper training instead.

如果你以為責罵你的狗就能阻止牠對街上的陌生人吠叫，那你就大錯特錯了；你的狗需要適當的訓練。

If you think that taking a miracle pill will replace healthy eating and exercise, you’re barking up the wrong tree; a balanced lifestyle is key to good health.

如果你以為吃一顆神奇的藥丸可以取代健康飲食和運動，那你就大錯特錯了；均衡的生活方式才是維持健康的關鍵。

If you think that giving your child more screen time will keep them entertained, you’re barking up the wrong tree; they need engaging activities to stimulate their creativity.

如果你以為多給孩子看手機和電腦的螢幕就能讓他們保持娛樂，那你就大錯特錯了；他們需要有趣且能激發創意的活動。

If you believe skipping breakfast will help you lose weight, you’re barking up the wrong tree; it’s important for your health.

如果你相信不吃早餐可以幫你減重，那你就大錯特錯了；早餐對健康很重要。

Some synonyms and antonyms for "barking up the wrong tree":

Synonyms:

Misguided

Off track 

Chasing the wrong lead

Looking in the wrong place

Antonyms:

On the right track

Correct

Accurate

Spot on

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01. What does the phrase "barking up the wrong tree" mean?

A) To make a successful attempt at something

B) To pursue a misguided course of action or wrong assumption

C) To find a solution to a difficult problem

D) To experience good fortune unexpectedly

02. If you blame Sam for the mistake but it was Lisa, you are __________.

A) barking up wrong tree

B) hitting the target

C) calling for help

D) solving the case