Quotation by

Oscar Wilde

Work is the curse of the drinking classes.

Work

Understanding this quote AI Analysis

Oscar Wilde is humorously suggesting that people who enjoy drinking see work as a burden that prevents them from indulging in their favorite pastime. In other words, those who like to drink feel punished by the need to work instead of relaxing with alcohol.

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