English with Jo

Money Doesn't Grow on Trees

The expression 'money doesn't grow on trees' means that money does not come easily or without effort; you should be careful how much money you spend because there is only a limited amount.

Example: 'Dad, can I have a new bike?' 'We can't afford one. Money doesn't grow on trees you know.'

When Tony was younger, his father told him that money doesn’t grow on trees, and that he would have to work hard if he wanted to be rich.'

Did you know...?  There is a Japanese proverb that states that, contrary to the above idiom, money can grow on trees. The proverb states: Money grows on the tree of persistence. In other words, if you keep trying and never give up, money will come to you.