Meaning of the word "a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle" in English
What does "a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle
US /ə ˈkændəl ˈluzəz ˈnʌθɪŋ baɪ ˈlaɪtɪŋ əˈnʌðər ˈkændəl/
UK /ə ˈkændəl ˈluːzɪz ˈnʌθɪŋ baɪ ˈlaɪtɪŋ əˈnʌðə ˈkændəl/
Idiom
helping others or sharing knowledge does not diminish one's own resources or value
Example:
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I'm happy to mentor you; after all, a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.
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Sharing your ideas won't make you less successful; remember that a candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.