Meaning of the word "never marry for money, but marry where money is" in English
What does "never marry for money, but marry where money is" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
never marry for money, but marry where money is
US /ˈnɛvər ˈmɛri fɔːr ˈmʌni, bʌt ˈmɛri wɛr ˈmʌni ɪz/
UK /ˈnɛvə ˈmæri fɔː ˈmʌni, bʌt ˈmæri weə ˈmʌni ɪz/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that while one should not marry solely for financial gain, it is wise to marry someone who is already wealthy
Example:
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My grandmother always told me, 'never marry for money, but marry where money is.'
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He followed the old advice to never marry for money, but marry where money is by dating a wealthy heiress.