Meaning of the word "all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" in English
What does "all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy
US /ɔːl wɜːrk ænd noʊ pleɪ meɪks dʒæk ə dʌl bɔɪ/
UK /ɔːl wɜːk ænd nəʊ pleɪ meɪks dʒæk ə dʌl bɔɪ/
Idiom
a proverb meaning that without time off from work, a person becomes both bored and boring
Example:
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You should take a vacation; all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
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I know you want to succeed, but remember that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.