Meaning of the word "be just before you are generous" in English
What does "be just before you are generous" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be just before you are generous
US /biː dʒʌst bɪˈfɔːr ju ɑːr ˈdʒɛnərəs/
UK /biː dʒʌst bɪˈfɔː juː ɑː ˈdʒɛnərəs/
Idiom
one should pay one's debts or fulfill one's obligations before giving gifts or being charitable to others
Example:
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You should pay back the money you owe me before donating to charity; be just before you are generous.
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He bought everyone drinks but hasn't paid his rent; he needs to learn to be just before you are generous.