Meaning of the word "debt is the worst kind of poverty" in English
What does "debt is the worst kind of poverty" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
debt is the worst kind of poverty
US /dɛt ɪz ðə wɜrst kaɪnd ʌv ˈpɑvərdi/
UK /dɛt ɪz ðə wɜːst kaɪnd ɒv ˈpɒvəti/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that owing money causes extreme stress and lack of freedom, comparable to or worse than being poor
Example:
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He realized that debt is the worst kind of poverty when he couldn't sleep due to the interest rates.
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Avoid credit cards if you can; remember, debt is the worst kind of poverty.