Meaning of the word "train up a child in the way he should go" in English
What does "train up a child in the way he should go" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
train up a child in the way he should go
US /treɪn ʌp ə tʃaɪld ɪn ðə weɪ hi ʃʊd ɡoʊ/
UK /treɪn ʌp ə tʃaɪld ɪn ðə weɪ hi ʃʊd ɡəʊ/
Idiom
to teach and guide a child in the right moral and spiritual direction from an early age so they maintain those values as adults
Example:
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Parents should strive to train up a child in the way he should go to ensure a bright future.
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The proverb suggests that if you train up a child in the way he should go, he will not depart from it when old.