to compare two things that are fundamentally different · to make an invalid comparison
Imagine you're trying to choose between a gaming PC and a designer handbag. You love both, but they serve completely different purposes and have vastly different price tags! 😂 This expression is perfect for when you're trying to compare two things that simply can't be judged on the same scale.
Which situation is NOT appropriate for using 'to compare apples to oranges'? A. 👗 Trying to decide between two very different styles of dresses for a party. B. 💻 Weighing the pros and cons of buying a high-end laptop versus a budget smartphone. C. 🍎 Deciding which of two similar types of apples to buy at the grocery store.
💡 **Pro Tip!** This idiom highlights that some comparisons just aren't fair or useful. It's often used when someone *else* is trying to compare things that are too dissimilar, and you want to point out the flawed logic. 'You can't compare my new sports car to your old bicycle; that's comparing apples to oranges!' 🍎🍊