Not care/give tuppence for somebody/something Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3British Origin The phrase uses 'tuppence', a British term for two pence, to mean something is of little value. He doesn't care tuppence for modern art. Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Dismissal The phrase conveys a dismissive attitude and is often used to express a lack of emotional investment. She couldn't give tuppence for his excuses. Pro Tip 3/3Informal Use This phrase is informal and not typically used in formal writing or speech. I don't give tuppence for celebrity gossip.