A fool and his money are soon parted
proverb
People who are not wise with their money spend it quickly.
John spent all his salary on a new gaming console. As people say, a fool and his money are soon parted.
Often appears as...
- making bad investments
- unwisely spending money
Usage tips
Idiomatic
proverb
People who are not wise with their money spend it quickly.
John spent all his salary on a new gaming console. As people say, a fool and his money are soon parted.
Often appears as...
- making bad investments
- unwisely spending money
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Impulsive Spending
This phrase warns against spending without thinking. It implies regretful decisions in buying.
He bought another expensive watch, and a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 2/3Financial Wisdom
Use this phrase to suggest learning about managing money better or seeking advice.
She never budgets her expenses – a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Warning
This phrase is often used casually to warn friends or family about their spending habits.
Buying a fourth car? Remember, a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 1/3Impulsive Spending
This phrase warns against spending without thinking. It implies regretful decisions in buying.
He bought another expensive watch, and a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 2/3Financial Wisdom
Use this phrase to suggest learning about managing money better or seeking advice.
She never budgets her expenses – a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Warning
This phrase is often used casually to warn friends or family about their spending habits.
Buying a fourth car? Remember, a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 1/3Impulsive Spending
This phrase warns against spending without thinking. It implies regretful decisions in buying.
He bought another expensive watch, and a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 2/3Financial Wisdom
Use this phrase to suggest learning about managing money better or seeking advice.
She never budgets her expenses – a fool and his money are soon parted.
Pro Tip 3/3Colloquial Warning
This phrase is often used casually to warn friends or family about their spending habits.
Buying a fourth car? Remember, a fool and his money are soon parted.
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