Meaning
Material wealth does not guarantee true happiness.
Cultural Background
French culture values 'la qualité de vie'. This proverb is a defense against the pressure to be a high-earner. In Quebec, this is also very common, often used to emphasize the importance of community and nature over city wealth.
Don't drop the 'le'
Always include 'le' before 'bonheur'. It sounds incomplete without it.
Use it to show empathy
It's a great way to show you care about a friend's well-being.
Meaning
Material wealth does not guarantee true happiness.
Don't drop the 'le'
Always include 'le' before 'bonheur'. It sounds incomplete without it.
Use it to show empathy
It's a great way to show you care about a friend's well-being.
Test Yourself
Complete the phrase.
L'argent ne ____ pas le bonheur.
The verb 'faire' is the correct component of this proverb.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct proverb.
The proverb requires the full negation 'ne... pas' and the article 'le'.
🎉 Score: /2
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
2 exercisesL'argent ne ____ pas le bonheur.
The verb 'faire' is the correct component of this proverb.
Choose the correct proverb.
The proverb requires the full negation 'ne... pas' and the article 'le'.
🎉 Score: /2
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questionsOnly if the topic is about work-life balance or company values.
Not if said with empathy. Avoid saying it to someone who is struggling to pay rent.
Related Phrases
Le bonheur ne s'achète pas
synonymHappiness cannot be bought.
L'argent ne fait pas tout
similarMoney doesn't do everything.
