Meaning of the word "the worth of a thing is what it will bring" in English
What does "the worth of a thing is what it will bring" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the worth of a thing is what it will bring
US /ðə wɜrθ ʌv ə θɪŋ ɪz wʌt ɪt wɪl brɪŋ/
UK /ðə wɜːθ ɒv ə θɪŋ ɪz wɒt ɪt wɪl brɪŋ/
Idiom
the value of an item is determined by the amount someone is willing to pay for it, rather than its sentimental or intrinsic value
Example:
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I know you love that old car, but the worth of a thing is what it will bring, and no one is offering more than a thousand dollars.
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In a free market, the worth of a thing is what it will bring.