Meaning of the word "behind every great man there stands a woman" in English
What does "behind every great man there stands a woman" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
behind every great man there stands a woman
US /bɪˈhaɪnd ˈevri ɡreɪt mæn ðer stændz ə ˈwʊmən/
UK /bɪˈhaɪnd ˈevri ɡreɪt mæn ðeə stændz ə ˈwʊmən/
Idiom
used to say that a man's success often depends on the support and work of a woman, usually his wife
Example:
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He credited his wife for his career, proving that behind every great man there stands a woman.
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People often forget that behind every great man there stands a woman who supported him through the hard times.