Meaning of the word "you never miss the water till the well runs dry" in English
What does "you never miss the water till the well runs dry" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
you never miss the water till the well runs dry
US /ju ˈnɛvər mɪs ðə ˈwɔtər tɪl ðə wɛl rʌnz draɪ/
UK /ju ˈnɛvə mɪs ðə ˈwɔːtə tɪl ðə wɛl rʌnz draɪ/
Idiom
people do not appreciate the value of something until they no longer have it
Example:
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I didn't realize how much I relied on my car until it broke down; you never miss the water till the well runs dry.
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Now that he's gone, she realizes his worth, but you never miss the water till the well runs dry.