Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
charity-begins-at-home
phrase
/ˈʧɛrɪti bɪˈɡɪnz əˈtoʊm/
Definition
A saying that emphasizes the importance of caring for one’s own family and community before helping others.
Examples
- Before donating to distant causes, remember that charity begins at home.
- He decided to volunteer locally because he believes deeply that charity begins at home.
Meaning
The principle that one should first take care of their own relatives and neighbors before extending kindness and generosity to outsiders.
Synonyms
- philanthropy starts at home
- helping those closest first
