Meaning of the word "burn your fingers" in English
What does "burn your fingers" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
burn your fingers
US /bɜrn jʊər ˈfɪŋɡərz/
UK /bɜrn jʊər ˈfɪŋɡərz/
Idiom
1.
to suffer unpleasant results of an action, especially by losing money
Example:
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He burned his fingers badly in that risky investment.
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After trying to fix the car himself, he burned his fingers and had to pay even more for professional repairs.
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