Meaning of the word "a prophet is not without honor, save in his own country" in English
What does "a prophet is not without honor, save in his own country" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a prophet is not without honor, save in his own country
US /ə ˈprɑːfɪt ɪz nɑːt wɪˈðaʊt ˈɑːnər seɪv ɪn hɪz oʊn ˈkʌntri/
UK /ə ˈprɒfɪt ɪz nɒt wɪˈðaʊt ˈɒnə seɪv ɪn hɪz əʊn ˈkʌntri/
Idiom
a person's talents or achievements are often recognized and celebrated by everyone except those who are closest to them or in their hometown
Example:
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He became a world-renowned scientist, but back home, people still saw him as just a local boy; truly, a prophet is not without honor, save in his own country.
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The artist had to move to Paris to find success because a prophet is not without honor, save in his own country.