Meaning of the word "pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered" in English
What does "pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered
US /pɪɡz ɡɛt fæt, hɑɡz ɡɛt ˈslɔːtərd/
UK /pɪɡz ɡɛt fæt, hɒɡz ɡɛt ˈslɔːtəd/
Idiom
a warning against being overly greedy; while a moderate amount of greed or ambition can be rewarding, excessive greed will lead to one's downfall
Example:
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He should have taken the profit when he had the chance, but he waited too long; pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered.
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In the stock market, remember that pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered, so don't get too greedy.