What is up to par?

"Up to par" is an idiomatic expression that generally means meeting a standard or expectation, often relating to quality or performance. The term "par" itself originates from golf, where it signifies the standard number of strokes set for each hole or a round. In various contexts beyond golf, being "up to par" indicates that something is at the expected level of quality or competence. For example, if someone's work performance is up to par, it means they are meeting the job requirements or standards. Conversely, if something is not up to par, it suggests that it is lacking or inadequate in some way.