Meaning of the word "God sends meat and the devil sends cooks" in English
What does "God sends meat and the devil sends cooks" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
God sends meat and the devil sends cooks
US /ɡɑːd sendz miːt ænd ðə ˈdev.əl sendz kʊks/
UK /ɡɒd sendz miːt ænd ðə ˈdev.əl sendz kʊks/
Idiom
used to say that good things provided by nature are often spoiled by human incompetence
Example:
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The ingredients were top-quality, but the chef ruined the dish; truly, God sends meat and the devil sends cooks.
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It's a shame to see such potential wasted by poor management; God sends meat and the devil sends cooks.