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Explaining "A penny saved is a penny earned"
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Lloyd Cooper 02/10/2024, 16:55
Lloyd Cooper 02/10/2024, 16:55English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase means that saving money is just as valuable as earning money because both actions contribute to increasing your wealth or financial resources.
Tone
Practical
Origin
The phrase is commonly attributed to Benjamin Franklin, who popularized it in the 18th century through his writings, although the exact wording may have varied.
Examples of usage
- Instead of spending on unnecessary items, remember that a penny saved is a penny earned.
- Living frugally, she reminds herself that a penny saved is a penny earned.
- Grandpa always told me that a penny saved is a penny earned, which is why I started budgeting early.
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