Meaning of the word "a moneyless man goes fast through the market" in English
What does "a moneyless man goes fast through the market" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a moneyless man goes fast through the market
US /ə ˈmʌni.ləs mæn ɡoʊz fæst θruː ðə ˈmɑːrkɪt/
UK /ə ˈmʌni.ləs mæn ɡəʊz fɑːst θruː ðə ˈmɑːkɪt/
Idiom
a person who has no money is not tempted to stop and buy things, thus completing their journey quickly
Example:
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I didn't buy anything because I forgot my wallet; as they say, a moneyless man goes fast through the market.
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He had no budget for souvenirs, so a moneyless man goes fast through the market applied to his trip.