Spare The Rod And Spoil The Child

B2 16+

Collocations of spare the rod and spoil the child

discipline
Frequency: 80 %

Proper discipline is key to raising well-behaved children.

correction
Frequency: 75 %

Sometimes correction is necessary to guide a child in the right direction.

tough love
Frequency: 70 %

Sometimes tough love is necessary to teach a lesson.

parenting
Frequency: 65 %

Good parenting involves a balance of love and discipline.

authority
Frequency: 60 %

Children need to respect the authority of their parents.

Idiomatic Expressions for spare the rod and spoil the child

  • Phrase: spare the rod and spoil the child
    Meaning: This phrase suggests that if a child is not disciplined or corrected when needed, they will become spoiled or behave badly.
    Usage: Parents often use this phrase to emphasize the importance of discipline in raising well-behaved children.