Meaning of the word "a nod from a lord is a breakfast for a fool" in English
What does "a nod from a lord is a breakfast for a fool" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a nod from a lord is a breakfast for a fool
US /ə nɑːd frʌm ə lɔːrd ɪz ə ˈbrekfəst fɔːr ə fuːl/
UK /ə nɒd frəm ə lɔːd ɪz ə ˈbrekfəst fɔːr ə fuːl/
Idiom
a proverb meaning that foolish people are easily satisfied by empty gestures or superficial attention from powerful people, rather than receiving anything of real value
Example:
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He thinks the CEO's brief greeting means he's getting a promotion, but a nod from a lord is a breakfast for a fool.
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Don't be fooled by mere flattery; remember that a nod from a lord is a breakfast for a fool.