名なが泣なく

expression, godan verb (-ku)

not worthy of the name; not live up to one's reputation

Idiomatic expression used when someone or something fails to meet the expectations associated with their title, status, or reputation. Often used critically of public figures, institutions, or products.

• あの政せい治じ家かは名なが泣なくような失しっ態たいを演えんじた。

  That politician made a blunder that was unworthy of his reputation.

• このレストランは名なが泣なくほどまずい。

  This restaurant is so bad it doesn't deserve its name.