idiom
money doesn't grow on trees
MUN-ee DUHZ-unt GROH on TREEZ
ˈmʌni ˈdʌzənt ɡroʊ ɒn triːzListen
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Syllable breakdown
moneydoesn'tgrowontrees
Dictionary meaning
Money is limited and should not be wasted.
Examples
- Dad reminded us that money doesn't grow on trees when we asked for upgrades.
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