Example: Ik zal een appeltje voor de dorst bewaren voor later.
Definition
"Een appeltje voor de dorst bewaren" means to save or set aside something, usually money or resources, for a time of need or difficulty in the future. It implies prudent planning and preparation for unforeseen circumstances or emergencies.
Translations
to save for a rainy day
guardar para tiempos difíciles
guardar per als mals temps
mettre de côté pour plus tard
für schlechte Zeiten vorsorgen
mettere da parte qualcosa per i momenti difficili
guardar uma reserva para emergências
Etymology
The phrase "een appeltje voor de dorst bewaren" literally translates to 'to save an apple for thirst,' symbolizing saving a small but valuable item for when it is really needed. It originated in Dutch culture as an idiomatic expression emphasizing foresight and saving. Did you know this phrase humorously suggests that even something as simple as an apple can become vital if saved for later?
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"Een appeltje voor de dorst bewaren" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used expressions.
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to save for a rainy day