Life is cheap

phrase

The value of life is considered little or unimportant, often resulting in death or harm.

In war-torn regions, life is cheap and death is commonplace.
Visual representation of "life is cheap" - The value of life is considered little or unimportant, often resulting in death or harm.

Often appears as...

  • life is cheap there
  • life is cheap and

Usage tips

Colloquial

phrase

The value of life is considered little or unimportant, often resulting in death or harm.

In war-torn regions, life is cheap and death is commonplace.
Visual representation of "life is cheap" - The value of life is considered little or unimportant, often resulting in death or harm.

Often appears as...

  • life is cheap there
  • life is cheap and

Usage tips

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "life is cheap"
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Negative Connotation

The phrase often implies a sad or critical view of the situation it describes.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
In the underworld of the city, life is cheap, and tragedies are frequent.
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Context Sensitivity

Be aware of your audience; this phrase might be offensive if not used carefully.

Illustration for Context Sensitivity
Talking about the recent conflicts, he said life is cheap, which upset many listeners.
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Metaphorical Use

Understand it is not about actual monetary value but about the perceived importance of life.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
In movies about ancient times, life is cheap, with people often risking it for honor.
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Negative Connotation

The phrase often implies a sad or critical view of the situation it describes.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
In the underworld of the city, life is cheap, and tragedies are frequent.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Context Sensitivity

Be aware of your audience; this phrase might be offensive if not used carefully.

Illustration for Context Sensitivity
Talking about the recent conflicts, he said life is cheap, which upset many listeners.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Metaphorical Use

Understand it is not about actual monetary value but about the perceived importance of life.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
In movies about ancient times, life is cheap, with people often risking it for honor.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Negative Connotation

The phrase often implies a sad or critical view of the situation it describes.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
In the underworld of the city, life is cheap, and tragedies are frequent.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Context Sensitivity

Be aware of your audience; this phrase might be offensive if not used carefully.

Illustration for Context Sensitivity
Talking about the recent conflicts, he said life is cheap, which upset many listeners.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Metaphorical Use

Understand it is not about actual monetary value but about the perceived importance of life.

Illustration for Metaphorical Use
In movies about ancient times, life is cheap, with people often risking it for honor.
Visual representation of the word "Life is cheap"

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