English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "he drunk away every penny that we had" Mean?
Learn what "he drunk away every penny that we had" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
Intermediate
Rude
Harsh
Accuse
He drunk away every penny that we had.
This means the person wasted all the money by spending it on alcohol.
From Help! I’m Falling In Love With My Rude CEO, Episode 41
When do people say this?
Scene Context
He says someone spent all the money drinking it away.
Usage Scenario
Use this to accuse someone of irresponsible drinking and spending. It sounds harsh and is common in arguments about money or addiction.
Better ways to say it
1
He drank away every penny.
2
He spent every penny on drinking.
3
He drank all our money away.
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