IdiomFood & Drink
English
Englishthe honeymoon period
Meaning: The early, happy stage of a new relationship or arrangement, before problems appear.
Example: “The new manager's honeymoon period ended with the first budget cuts.”
Origin: "Honeymoon" dates from the 16th century, suggesting that the sweetness of marriage, like the moon, soon wanes. "Honeymoon period" for new governments, jobs and so on is from the 20th century.
Equivalents in other languages
French: Une lune de miel Literally: A honey moon
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