Meaning of the word "prosperity makes friends, and adversity tries them" in English
What does "prosperity makes friends, and adversity tries them" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
prosperity makes friends, and adversity tries them
US /prɑːˈsper.ə.t̬i meɪks frendz, ænd ədˈvɝː.sə.t̬i traɪz ðem/
UK /prɒˈsper.ə.ti meɪks frendz, ənd ədˈvɜː.sə.ti traɪz ðem/
Idiom
a proverb meaning that people are attracted to you when you are successful, but only true friends stay with you when you face difficulties
Example:
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When he lost his business, he realized that prosperity makes friends, and adversity tries them.
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Don't be fooled by your current popularity; remember, prosperity makes friends, and adversity tries them.