Meaning of the word "better an egg today than a hen tomorrow" in English
What does "better an egg today than a hen tomorrow" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
better an egg today than a hen tomorrow
US /ˈbetər æn eɡ təˈdeɪ ðæn ə hen təˈmɔːroʊ/
UK /ˈbetər æn eɡ təˈdeɪ ðæn ə hen təˈmɒroʊ/
Idiom
it is better to have something small and certain now than to hope for something larger and uncertain in the future
Example:
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I decided to take the small bonus now rather than wait for a possible promotion; better an egg today than a hen tomorrow.
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He sold his shares for a modest profit today because better an egg today than a hen tomorrow.