Meaning of the word "hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper" in English
What does "hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper
US /hoʊp ɪz ə ɡʊd ˈbrɛkfəst, bʌt ɪt ɪz ə bæd ˈsʌpər/
UK /həʊp ɪz ə ɡʊd ˈbrɛkfəst, bʌt ɪt ɪz ə bæd ˈsʌpə/
Idiom
it is good to start the day or a project with hope, but if hope is all you have left at the end without achievement, it is disappointing
Example:
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You need a real plan for your business because hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper.
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Relying solely on luck won't sustain you; remember that hope is a good breakfast, but it is a bad supper.