Dead broke In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "dead broke", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Yourpig Huyen calendar 2021-06-08 02:06

Meaning of Dead broke

Synonyms:

poverty-stricken , down-and-out

Dead broke adjective informal

Used to describe the state of being without money, or being penniless or bankrupt 

I am dead broke at the moment because I spent too much on shopping yesterday.

The company was dead broke last month.

Effective financial management is an ideal way to avoid being dead broke.

Other phrases about:

crumb bum

1.Someone viewed with contempt

2. Very bad

be brought low
to become poor, humble or less powerful and influential 
make ends meet
To have just enough money to be able to buy the things you need
the cupboard is bare

No food in the house or no money.

Grammar and Usage of Dead broke

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Origin of Dead broke

The origin of this expression is not clear.

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