Meaning of the word "every white has its black, and every sweet its sour" in English
What does "every white has its black, and every sweet its sour" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
every white has its black, and every sweet its sour
US /ˈɛvri waɪt hæz ɪts blæk, ænd ˈɛvri swit ɪts ˈsaʊər/
UK /ˈɛvri waɪt hæz ɪts blæk, ənd ˈɛvri swiːt ɪts ˈsaʊə/
Idiom
every positive situation has a negative side; there is no good without some bad
Example:
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He loves his new high-paying job, but the long hours are exhausting; truly, every white has its black, and every sweet its sour.
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Winning the lottery brought wealth but also unwanted fame, proving that every white has its black, and every sweet its sour.