not for nothing

== English == === Etymology === The construction predates the 20th century. Its use as a disjunct is common in the 21st century but was either rare or absent before that. Probably introduced by Italian-Americans; literal reading of Italian “Non per nulla” : not for nothing === Phrase === not for nothing Not for no reason; not without reason; (often) for a good reason. [before 20th c.] Synonym: with good reason (often synonymous) Antonyms: for nothing, for no good reason (as a disjunct) Used to soften the impact of what is said next, implying that it is worthwhile or important. [21st c.] Coordinate terms: that said, well Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see not,‎ for,‎ nothing. ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ====