look as if (one) has lost a shilling and found sixpence

To look very sad, disappointed, or otherwise unhappy. (When they were used in British currency, a shilling was worth more than sixpence.) Primarily heard in Australia. A: "What's wrong, Fred? You look as if you've lost a shilling and found sixpence." B: "Sarah broke up with me last night." I don't think I've seen Aunt Mildred smile. She always looks as if she's lost a shilling and found sixpence.

See also: and, found, if, look, lost, shilling, sixpence

See also:

look like (one) has seen a ghost
look as if (one) has seen a ghost
look as if you have seen a ghost
look as though (one) has seen a ghost
a Captain Cook
captain
look on with
look on with (someone)
look ahead
a look-see

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