English Proverbs

English Proverbs

03, Sep, 2010

BeggarsÂ’ bags are bottomless

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Proverbial Meaning: People who are always asking other people for things will never be satisfied.

Literal Origins: A beggar will always ask for something else to put in their bag, even when someone has given them something they will continue asking people, one person after another.

Common Usage: This proverb is not in common use at all. It is virtually unheard of.