Meaning of the word "better an egg in peace than an ox in war" in English
What does "better an egg in peace than an ox in war" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
better an egg in peace than an ox in war
US /ˈbetər æn eɡ ɪn piːs ðæn æn ɑːks ɪn wɔːr/
UK /ˈbetə ræn eɡ ɪn piːs ðæn æn ɒks ɪn wɔː/
Idiom
it is better to have a small, simple thing in a peaceful environment than to have something large or valuable in a state of conflict or danger
Example:
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He chose a low-paying job near his family over a high-stress executive role, believing better an egg in peace than an ox in war.
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They decided to settle the dispute out of court; after all, better an egg in peace than an ox in war.