ondank is 's werelds loon

Dutch

Alternative forms
  • ondank is der wereld loon (rare, dated)
  • ondank is des werelds loon (rare)
  • ondank is het loon der wereld (rare, archaic)

Etymology

Literally, “ingratitude is the reward of the world”. Compare German Undank ist der Welten Lohn.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈɔn.dɑŋk ɪs ˈsʋeː.rəlts ˈloːn/

Proverb

ondank is 's werelds loon

  1. One often receives ingratitude or no recognition for one's accomplishments.
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