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Ricchezza e Successo - Difficoltà Financiaria

Tuffati nei proverbi inglesi riguardanti le difficoltà finanziarie, come "il povero paga due volte" e "i mendicanti non possono essere schizzinosi".

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a moneyless man goes fast through the market

used to imply that people who lack financial resources tend to focus on their basic needs and move quickly through life, driven by necessity rather than material desires

La mancanza di denaro costringe a concentrarsi solo sui bisogni essenziali

La mancanza di denaro costringe a concentrarsi solo sui bisogni essenziali

Ex: After losing his job and struggling to make ends meet, John realized that a moneyless man goes fast through the market, and he began to live a simpler, more focused life, prioritizing his needs and goals above the desire for material wealth. 
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beggars cannot be choosers

used to suggest that in a state of desperation, one must accept whatever is available, rather than being selective or demanding

In una situazione di necessità bisogna accettare ciò che è disponibile

In una situazione di necessità bisogna accettare ciò che è disponibile

Ex: The unemployed man was offered a job that was not ideal, but he accepted it because beggars can't be choosers. 
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in times of prosperity, friends will be plenty; in times of adversity, not one in twenty

used to imply that people are attracted to success and wealth, but true friendship is revealed in times of hardship, emphasizing the importance of loyalty and support in friendships

I veri amici si riconoscono nei momenti difficili

I veri amici si riconoscono nei momenti difficili

Ex: When I was doing well in my business, I had many friends.  But when I hit a rough patch, only a few stayed by my side.  It's true, in times of prosperity, friends will be plenty; in times of adversity, not one in twenty. 
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when poverty comes in (at|) the door, love flies out (of|) the window

used to suggest that financial difficulties or poverty can put a strain on a relationship, causing love and affection to diminish or disappear

I problemi finanziari possono danneggiare la relazione e l'affetto

I problemi finanziari possono danneggiare la relazione e l'affetto

Ex: Sarah's family grew apart as they struggled to make ends meet.  As the saying goes, when poverty comes in the door, love flies out the window. 
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poverty is no sin

used to imply that being poor or lacking material wealth is not a moral failing or a source of shame, encouraging empathy and understanding toward those who are less fortunate

Essere poveri non è una colpa morale né motivo di vergogna

Essere poveri non è una colpa morale né motivo di vergogna

Ex: The charity organization's mission statement emphasized the belief that poverty is no sin and that everyone deserves dignity and respect. 
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a beggar can never be bankrupt

used to imply that someone who has nothing cannot experience financial ruin, as they have no material possessions or assets to lose, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and humility in life

Chi non ha nulla non ha nulla da perdere

Chi non ha nulla non ha nulla da perdere

Ex: Even though I'm poor, I'm happy because I know that a beggar can never be bankrupt. 
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an empty purse frightens away friends

used to imply that people may be less inclined to associate with those who are poor or struggling

Le persone possono allontanarsi da qualcuno quando diventa povero

Le persone possono allontanarsi da qualcuno quando diventa povero

Ex: After losing his job and falling on hard times, Tom noticed that many of his so-called friends had stopped returning his calls.  It was a painful reminder that an empty purse frightens away friends. 
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the poor man pays twice

used to imply that a poor man often ends up spending more due to the need for cheaper, lower-quality items that require frequent replacement or repair

Chi ha pochi soldi può finire per spendere di più comprando prodotti economici e scadenti

Chi ha pochi soldi può finire per spendere di più comprando prodotti economici e scadenti

Ex: Sam opted for a less expensive roofing contractor, but the work waspoorly done, and he had to pay for repairs and replacements later, proving that the poor man pays twice. 
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poverty is no disgrace, but it is a great inconvenience

used to imply that while being poor is not a shameful condition, it can create significant challenges, hardships, and limitations in life

La povertà non è una vergogna,  ma crea molte difficoltà e limitazioni

La povertà non è una vergogna, ma crea molte difficoltà e limitazioni

Ex: The teacher explained to her students that poverty is no disgrace, but it is a great inconvenience, and encouraged them to be empathetic and understanding towards classmates who may come from low-income families. 
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poverty is not a crime

used to imply that being poor is not inherently a moral failing or a punishable offense, and individuals should not be treated as inferior or guilty due to their economic circumstances

Essere poveri non è un crimine né una colpa morale

Essere poveri non è un crimine né una colpa morale

Ex: Everyone deserves basic human dignity and respect, regardless of their economic status; poverty is not a crime. 
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