Meaning of the word "a fool may earn money, but it takes a wise man to keep it" in English
What does "a fool may earn money, but it takes a wise man to keep it" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a fool may earn money, but it takes a wise man to keep it
US /ə ful meɪ ɜrn ˈmʌni, bʌt ɪt teɪks ə waɪz mæn tu kip ɪt/
UK /ə fuːl meɪ ɜːn ˈmʌni, bʌt ɪt teɪks ə waɪz mæn tuː kiːp ɪt/
Idiom
it is easier to make money than it is to manage it or save it wisely
Example:
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He won the lottery but spent it all in a year; a fool may earn money, but it takes a wise man to keep it.
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Don't just focus on your salary; remember that a fool may earn money, but it takes a wise man to keep it.