money talks
Money gives power and influence
शाब्दिक अर्थ: Currency possesses the ability to speak
Use this phrase to explain how wealth influences decisions or grants special privileges in a cynical way.
15 सेकंड में
- Wealth equals influence and power.
- Money gets things done faster than words.
- Used to explain why the rich get special treatment.
- A cynical but realistic view of social status.
मतलब
This phrase means that people with money have the power to get what they want. It suggests that wealth is more persuasive than words or rules.
मुख्य उदाहरण
3 / 6Observing a VIP at a club
He didn't have a reservation, but money talks, and now he's at the best table.
He used his money to get a table despite no reservation.
Discussing a political campaign
In this election, money talks more than actual policy.
Funding is more influential than the candidates' ideas.
Texting about a concert ticket
Sold my front row seat for triple the price. Money talks! 💸
I sold it because the high price was too good to refuse.
सांस्कृतिक पृष्ठभूमि
The phrase became a staple of American English in the early 1900s, appearing in literature and film to describe the 'Gilded Age' of wealth. It reflects a pragmatic, often cynical view of social structures where financial power outweighs merit. In many Western cultures, it is used to acknowledge the reality of corruption or privilege without necessarily approving of it.
The Cynical Edge
Use this phrase when you want to sound realistic or a bit world-weary. It shows you understand how power works.
Don't overdo it
If you say this too often, you might sound like you only care about money. Use it to observe the world, not to define your personality.
15 सेकंड में
- Wealth equals influence and power.
- Money gets things done faster than words.
- Used to explain why the rich get special treatment.
- A cynical but realistic view of social status.
What It Means
Money talks is a very direct way to describe how the world works. It means that wealth opens doors that are usually locked. If you have enough cash, you can influence decisions. You can skip long lines or get special treatment. It implies that money is a language everyone understands. It is often used with a bit of a cynical shrug.
How To Use It
You use this phrase as a standalone statement or a short sentence. You do not need to add much to it. If someone asks how a person got a promotion they didn't deserve, you say, Well, money talks. It acts as an explanation for why something unfair or surprising happened. It is a punchy way to end a conversation about power.
When To Use It
Use it when discussing business, politics, or high-end services. It fits perfectly when you see someone getting their way because of their bank account. Use it at a restaurant when you see someone tip the host to get a table. Use it when a big company avoids a fine. It is great for those 'Aha!' moments of realization.
When NOT To Use It
Avoid using it in very sensitive or grieving situations. Do not say it to a friend who just lost their job. It can sound a bit cold or heartless. Do not use it in a formal academic paper about economics. It is a bit too 'street-smart' for a serious thesis. Also, avoid it if you are trying to be deeply romantic.
Cultural Background
This phrase has been around for centuries in various forms. It became very popular in the United States during the 20th century. It reflects a culture that is often very focused on success and capitalism. It captures the 'no-nonsense' attitude of big cities like New York. It suggests that while we have laws, cash is the real boss.
Common Variations
You will often hear the full version: Money talks, bullshit walks. This is much more aggressive and informal. It means that talk is cheap, but money actually gets things done. Another variation is Money makes the world go round. This is a softer, more musical way to say the same thing. Sometimes people just say, Cash is king.
इस्तेमाल की जानकारी
The phrase is primarily informal and carries a cynical tone. It is best used when observing social or business dynamics rather than in formal writing.
The Cynical Edge
Use this phrase when you want to sound realistic or a bit world-weary. It shows you understand how power works.
Don't overdo it
If you say this too often, you might sound like you only care about money. Use it to observe the world, not to define your personality.
The 'BS' Factor
In very casual settings, people add '...and bullshit walks.' It’s a common way to say that talk is useless without financial backing.
उदाहरण
6He didn't have a reservation, but money talks, and now he's at the best table.
He used his money to get a table despite no reservation.
Shows how money bypasses standard rules.
In this election, money talks more than actual policy.
Funding is more influential than the candidates' ideas.
Used to critique the influence of donors.
Sold my front row seat for triple the price. Money talks! 💸
I sold it because the high price was too good to refuse.
Focuses on the persuasive power of a high offer.
I tried to fix it with logic, but I think I'll let my wallet do the talking at the mechanic.
I need to pay a professional to fix this.
A play on the phrase implying payment is the only solution.
It's sad, but in this court system, money talks.
Wealthy people have an advantage in court.
Expresses a sense of injustice.
We can promise them quality, but at the end of the day, money talks.
The final price will be the deciding factor.
Highlights the bottom line in business.
खुद को परखो
Choose the best word to complete the idiom.
I know you have a lot of excuses, but in this business, money ___.
The standard idiom is 'money talks' to describe influence.
Select the correct context for using this phrase.
Which situation best fits the phrase 'money talks'?
This shows how wealth buys influence and recognition.
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विज़ुअल लर्निंग टूल्स
Formality Scale of 'Money Talks'
Money talks, BS walks.
Very aggressive/street.
Money talks.
Chatting with friends about a rich guy.
Wealth buys influence.
A news report on lobbying.
Where does Money Talk?
Politics
Campaign donations
Luxury
Skipping the queue
Business
Closing a big deal
Legal
Hiring top lawyers
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
10 सवालNot usually to the person you are talking to, but it is a cynical observation of society. It implies that the system is unfair because it favors the rich.
Probably not. It sounds a bit too informal and might make you seem greedy or overly focused on cash rather than skills.
There isn't a direct opposite idiom, but phrases like Integrity matters or Principles over profit represent the opposite sentiment.
No, it is a personification. It means the *presence* of money communicates power more effectively than words ever could.
It is used in both, though it feels very much at home in the American 'hustle' culture. You will be understood anywhere English is spoken.
Yes, if you are boasting about your own influence. For example, I don't need to argue; my money talks.
Yes, it is extremely common in movies, song lyrics, and daily conversation about business and politics.
It means that people who only talk (without money or action) have to leave or are ignored. Only the money stays and gets results.
Usually, no. It refers to significant wealth that can change a situation or influence a big decision.
No, it is almost always used in the present tense as money talks. You wouldn't say money talked very often.
संबंधित मुहावरे
Money makes the world go round
Cash is king
Pay to play
Talk is cheap
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