English / proverb
It's the Thought That Counts
MEANING IN ENGLISH
The genuine kindness, sincerity, and good intentions behind an action are far more valuable than material cost
In context
01
Though his struggling friend could only bring a homemade card, he knew it's the thought that counts.
02
Do not feel ashamed of modest gifts among true comrades; it's the thought that counts.
Synonyms
Good intentions matter most,spirit of giving,sincerity over spectacle
Antonyms
Empty tokenism,cynical transaction,shallow materialism
Collocations
Truly believe it's the thought that counts,appreciate that it's the thought that counts,know that it's the thought that counts