Meaning of the word "children are poor men's riches" in English
What does "children are poor men's riches" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
children are poor men's riches
US /ˈtʃɪl.drən ɑːr pʊr mɛnz ˈrɪtʃ.ɪz/
UK /ˈtʃɪl.drən ɑː pɔː mɛnz ˈrɪtʃ.ɪz/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that while poor people may lack material wealth, their children provide them with great joy, purpose, and a sense of wealth
Example:
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They have very little money, but they are happy with their large family; as they say, children are poor men's riches.
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Even in the toughest times, he felt blessed by his sons and daughters, believing that children are poor men's riches.