The saying “bark up
the wrong tree” is an English idiom meaning to do, believe, or pursue something
wrong or inappropriate. It also means to take the wrong approach; to follow a
false lead or to accuse the wrong person.
For Example:
“You're not the first man who has made such a
mistake, and found he was barking
up the wrong tree.”
“After three failed marriages I realized that I
may have been barking up the
wrong tree and should abandon
the search for the perfect wife.”
This is the Idiom #22 in the List of 100 commonly used Idioms in everyday English (Top 100 famous Idioms). By introducing this list of notable idioms to English learners and ESL students as you, we believe that your English will sound more like a native and you can easily understand what native speakers are saying. Please like and share this list with your friends if you think it is helpful - the full list is here.
