Meaning of the word "the married man must turn his staff into a stake" in English
What does "the married man must turn his staff into a stake" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the married man must turn his staff into a stake
US /ðə ˈmɛrid mæn mʌst tɜrn hɪz stæf ˈɪntu ə steɪk/
UK /ðə ˈmærɪd mæn mʌst tɜːn hɪz stɑːf ˈɪntuː ə steɪk/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that once a man is married, he must settle down, become firm, and commit to his responsibilities rather than wandering
Example:
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Now that he has a family, the married man must turn his staff into a stake.
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He stopped traveling and bought a house, realizing the married man must turn his staff into a stake.