Meaning of the word "money has no smell" in English
What does "money has no smell" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
money has no smell
US /ˈmʌn.i hæz noʊ smɛl/
UK /ˈmʌn.i hæz nəʊ smɛl/
Idiom
the value of money is not tainted by its origins, even if it was earned through dishonest or unethical means
Example:
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The businessman accepted the investment from a corrupt source, simply stating that money has no smell.
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Some people don't care how they get rich because they believe money has no smell.
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