Meaning of the word "not reveal a man's wage and (a) woman's age" in English
What does "not reveal a man's wage and (a) woman's age" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
not reveal a man's wage and (a) woman's age
US /nɑt rɪˈvil ə mænz weɪdʒ ænd ə ˈwʊmənz eɪdʒ/
UK /nɒt rɪˈviːl ə mænz weɪdʒ ænd ə ˈwʊmənz eɪdʒ/
Idiom
a social rule suggesting that it is impolite to ask or disclose a man's salary or a woman's age
Example:
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In many cultures, people follow the rule to not reveal a man's wage and a woman's age to avoid awkwardness.
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Remember the old etiquette: never reveal a man's wage and a woman's age.