the laborer is worthy of his hire



the laborer is worthy of his hire

Workers should or deserve to be paid. The phrase comes from the Bible. You did a fine job in the stables, Edgar. I have some money for you, as the laborer is worthy of his hire.
See also: hire, of, worthy

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Presley['presli]
Mcmanus[mək'mænəs]
Georgygye-OR-gee, gee-OR-geeRussian
JoĈJoYO-chyoEsperanto
Craft[krɑ:ft]
KirsikkaKEER-seek-kahFinnish