And yet he had a thomb of gold parde.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A cryptic remark suggesting the character has a specific positive trait or luck.
- In plain terms
- He had a special skill or good quality.
- What can you take from it?
- Small traits can define a person's value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines someone's worth?
- What hidden talents do you have?
Another view
Too vague without context to determine specific meaning.
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