Meaning of the word "a beggar's purse is bottomless" in English
What does "a beggar's purse is bottomless" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a beggar's purse is bottomless
US /ə ˈbeɡ.ərz pɜːrs ɪz ˈbɑː.t̬əm.ləs/
UK /ə ˈbeɡ.əz pɜːs ɪz ˈbɒt.əm.ləs/
Idiom
a proverb meaning that a person who is always asking for things or who is greedy can never be satisfied
Example:
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He keeps asking for more money even after the raise; truly, a beggar's purse is bottomless.
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No matter how much help we give him, he wants more; a beggar's purse is bottomless.