Il y a de bons mariages, mais il n'y en a point de delicieux.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- There are good marriages, but there are no delicious ones.
- In plain terms
- Marriages can be satisfactory but rarely perfect.
- What can you take from it?
- Even good marriages have limits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is perfect satisfaction possible in relationships?
Another view
Some might find their marriage truly delightful.
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