ondank is 's werelds loon

Dutch

Alternative forms

• ondank is der wereld loon (rare, dated)
• ondank is des werelds loon (rare)
• ondank is het loon der wereld (rare, archaic)

Etymology

Literally, “ingratitude is the reward of the world”. Compare German Undank ist der Welten Lohn.

Pronunciation

• IPA^(key): /ˈɔn.dɑŋk ɪs ˈsʋeː.rəlts ˈloːn/

Proverb

ondank is 's werelds loon

1. one often receives ingratitude or no recognition for one's accomplishments