make (both) ends meet

Ορισμός και Σημασία του "make (both) ends meet"

to make (both) ends meet

ΦΡΆΣΗ

to make enough money to pay for one's basic needs

to [make] (both|) ends meet definition and meaning

Idiom

What is the origin of the idiom "make ends meet" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "make ends meet" is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the 17th century and is thought to have originated from accounting or financial terminology. It is used to describe the act of managing one's finances in a way that allows them to cover all their expenses with their available income, without going into debt or experiencing financial hardship.

Example

The young man from a wealthy family was able to get into a prestigious university and receive job offers from top companies, while his less fortunate peers struggled to make ends meet.

After losing his job and facing mounting debts, he found himself on his uppers, struggling to make ends meet.

Many people struggle to make ends meet on minimum wage alone.

Παράδειγμα

The young man from a wealthy family was able to get into a prestigious university and receive job offers from top companies, while his less fortunate peers struggled to make ends meet.