Meaning of the word "the devil finds work for idle hands to do" in English
What does "the devil finds work for idle hands to do" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the devil finds work for idle hands to do
US /ðə ˈdev.əl faɪndz wɜːrk fɔːr ˈaɪ.dəl hændz tuː duː/
UK /ðə ˈdev.əl faɪndz wɜːrk fɔː ˈaɪ.dəl hændz tuː duː/
Idiom
people who have nothing to do are more likely to get into trouble or commit crimes
Example:
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I need to keep the kids busy this summer because the devil finds work for idle hands to do.
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He started getting into fights after he lost his job; the devil finds work for idle hands to do.