idiom

[Tina_n]

has anyone heard this idiom?I am not sure whether it is correct or not.
No one can turn a candal against her.

Originally Posted by Tina_n

has anyone heard this idiom?I am not sure whether it is correct or not.
No one can turn a candal against her.

I admit I`ve never heard about it, but..


To guard your candles against fading, avoid placing them in direct sunlight.

[Ouisch]

I believe the phrase you're referring to is "can't hold a candle to her."

It means that the thing that is being compared to her is vastly inferior.

An example: "Frozen waffles can't hold a candle to the homemade variety."

The idiom originates from the days before electricity. Often a servant or subordinate was assigned the task of holding a candle to provide light for their boss or superior. If something "can't hold a candle to", it means it is so inferior that is not even worthy of an underling.