Meaning of the word "a good husband makes a good wife" in English
What does "a good husband makes a good wife" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a good husband makes a good wife
US /ə ɡʊd ˈhʌz.bənd meɪks ə ɡʊd waɪf/
UK /ə ɡʊd ˈhʌz.bənd meɪks ə ɡʊd waɪf/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that a wife's behavior and happiness are often a reflection of how her husband treats her
Example:
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They have been happily married for decades; it's true that a good husband makes a good wife.
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He treats her with such respect, and she blossoms; a good husband makes a good wife.