Meaning of the word "reckless youth makes rueful age" in English

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reckless youth makes rueful age

US /ˈrekləs juːθ meɪks ˈruːfəl eɪdʒ/
UK /ˈrekləs juːθ meɪks ˈruːfəl eɪdʒ/
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Idiom

the careless or irresponsible actions of one's youth will lead to regret and hardship in old age

Example:
He spent all his inheritance in his twenties and now struggles to pay rent; truly, reckless youth makes rueful age.
I wish I had saved money instead of partying; reckless youth makes rueful age.