A1 Proverb ニュートラル

Beggars can't be choosers.

If you need help, accept anything.

意味

People who are in great need must accept whatever is offered.

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文化的背景

Often used in a self-deprecating way to show you are not being snobbish. Frequently used in business contexts to explain why a company accepted a less-than-ideal contract.

💡

Tone matters

Say it with a smile to avoid sounding rude.

意味

People who are in great need must accept whatever is offered.

💡

Tone matters

Say it with a smile to avoid sounding rude.

自分をテスト

Complete the proverb.

Beggars can't be ______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: choosers

The proverb is 'Beggars can't be choosers'.

When should you use this phrase?

You are offered a free meal you don't like.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: B

It is a polite way to accept something you didn't choose.

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2 問題
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

Beggars can't be ______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: choosers

The proverb is 'Beggars can't be choosers'.

When should you use this phrase? situation_matching A2

You are offered a free meal you don't like.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: B

It is a polite way to accept something you didn't choose.

🎉 スコア: /2

よくある質問

1 問

Only if you have a very friendly relationship. Otherwise, it might sound unprofessional.

関連フレーズ

🔗

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth

similar

Don't criticize a gift.

🔗

Take it or leave it

contrast

An ultimatum.

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