Meaning of the word "better a steady dime than a rare dollar" in English
What does "better a steady dime than a rare dollar" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
better a steady dime than a rare dollar
US /ˈbetər ə ˈstedi daɪm ðæn ə rer ˈdɑːlər/
UK /ˈbetər ə ˈstedi daɪm ðæn ə reə ˈdɒlər/
Idiom
it is better to have a small, reliable income or profit than a large one that is uncertain or infrequent
Example:
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I chose the office job over freelance work because better a steady dime than a rare dollar.
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He prefers selling many cheap items daily; better a steady dime than a rare dollar.