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“No woman is worth more than a fiver unless you're in love with her. Then she's worth all she costs you.” quote by W. Somerset Maugham
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“No woman is worth more than a fiver unless you're in love with her. Then she's worth all she costs you.”

W. Somerset Maugham

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Moon and Sixpence, W. Somerset Maugham, 1919

Love can dramatically increase a person's perceived value, surpassing any monetary measure.

In simple terms: Love makes someone priceless.

Key Takeaway

Value relationships beyond material worth.

Themes

love value perception

Mood

romantic cautionary

Type

observational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • romance
  • personal relationships
  • self‑esteem
  • financial decisions

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance love and practicality?
  • When does love become costly?
A Different Perspective

Love can blind judgment and cause exploitation.

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