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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
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Interpretation

What this quote means

The quote suggests that a woman's value is subjective and can increase significantly when one is in love.

W. Somerset Maugham's quote captures the idea that love can change how we perceive the worth of a person, particularly in romantic relationships. While a woman's value may seem low in indifferent contexts, being in love elevates her worth beyond materialistic measures, emphasizing the emotional and subjective nature of relationships.

Themes

LoveWorthRelationshipsSubjective ValueEmotions

In practice

Example use cases

In a conversation about the complexities of love, this quote illustrates how feelings can alter perceptions of value.

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