Meaning of the word "fair-weather friend" in English
What does "fair-weather friend" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fair-weather friend
US /ˈferˌweð.ər ˈfrend/
UK /ˈfeəˌweð.ər ˈfrend/
Idiom
a person who is only a friend when things are going well and abandons you when difficulties arise
Example:
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I thought he was my friend, but he turned out to be a fair-weather friend when I lost my job.
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Don't rely on him; he's just a fair-weather friend.
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