Meaning of the word "a bellowing cow soon forgets her calf" in English
What does "a bellowing cow soon forgets her calf" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a bellowing cow soon forgets her calf
US /ə ˈbel.oʊ.ɪŋ kaʊ suːn fɚˈɡets hɝ kæf/
UK /ə ˈbel.əʊ.ɪŋ kaʊ suːn fəˈɡets hə kɑːf/
Idiom
used to suggest that someone who makes a great show of grief or loud protestations of sorrow will soon forget their loss
Example:
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She cried so loudly at the funeral, but as they say, a bellowing cow soon forgets her calf.
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Don't be fooled by his dramatic display of sorrow; a bellowing cow soon forgets her calf.