Meaning of the word "idleness is the root of all evil" in English
What does "idleness is the root of all evil" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
idleness is the root of all evil
US /ˈaɪ.dəl.nəs ɪz ðə ruːt əv ɔːl ˈiː.vəl/
UK /ˈaɪ.dəl.nəs ɪz ðə ruːt əv ɔːl ˈiː.vəl/
Phrase
a proverb suggesting that having nothing to do is the cause of many problems or bad behavior
Example:
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Keep the children busy with hobbies, because idleness is the root of all evil.
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He got into trouble during the summer break; truly, idleness is the root of all evil.