Explore English traditional proverbsReviewed 2026-10-01
Sense: Verified- Meaning and lesson
A night of heavy drinking can leave a person feeling unwell and mentally foggy the following morning.
The proverb also points to a wider trade-off: an evening's pleasure may bring consequences that become apparent only afterward.
- When it is used
Use it to caution someone that drinking heavily tonight may make tomorrow difficult, or to reflect on feeling poorly after a night of excess.
How this record reached us: Editorially sourced.
Report an issue with this meaning: A drunken night makes a cloudy morning.