Meaning of the word "youth is wasted on the young" in English
What does "youth is wasted on the young" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
youth is wasted on the young
US /juːθ ɪz ˈweɪstɪd ɑːn ðə jʌŋ/
UK /juːθ ɪz ˈweɪstɪd ɒn ðə jʌŋ/
Idiom
young people have health, energy, and time but lack the wisdom and experience to fully appreciate or use these advantages
Example:
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Now that I'm older and have so many aches and pains, I truly realize that youth is wasted on the young.
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Watching them ignore their opportunities made me think that youth is wasted on the young.