Meaning of the word "the more you get, the more you want" in English
What does "the more you get, the more you want" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the more you get, the more you want
US /ðə mɔːr ju ɡɛt, ðə mɔːr ju wɑːnt/
UK /ðə mɔː ju ɡɛt, ðə mɔː ju wɒnt/
Idiom
used to say that people are never satisfied and always desire more, regardless of how much they already have
Example:
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He already has three cars, but the more you get, the more you want.
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Wealth doesn't always bring happiness because the more you get, the more you want.