Meaning of the word "it's far better to give than to receive" in English
What does "it's far better to give than to receive" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
it's far better to give than to receive
US /ɪts fɑːr ˈbetər tuː ɡɪv ðæn tuː rɪˈsiːv/
UK /ɪts fɑː ˈbetə tuː ɡɪv ðæn tuː rɪˈsiːv/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that the act of being generous and helping others brings more happiness or moral satisfaction than being the one who gets something
Example:
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She spent her whole weekend volunteering, believing that it's far better to give than to receive.
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Teaching your children that it's far better to give than to receive helps them develop empathy.