Meaning of the word "better one house spoiled than two" in English
What does "better one house spoiled than two" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
better one house spoiled than two
US /ˈbetər wʌn haʊs spɔɪld ðæn tuː/
UK /ˈbetə wʌn haʊs spɔɪld ðæn tuː/
Idiom
it is better for one person to be unhappy or for one household to be disrupted than for two to be affected (often used in the context of marriage or relationships)
Example:
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They are both so difficult; perhaps it's better one house spoiled than two.
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If those two stay together, at least they won't bother anyone else; better one house spoiled than two.