"They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth."

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They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth.When people say this, do they mean that the people they are referring to could afford to buy a larger house?Thank you.Best wishes,PBF

GL2 · Accepted Answer

Yes.  They are living in a modest house, but they are wealthy and (presumably) could afford a nicer/bigger house if they wanted one.

Peaceblinkfriend · Answer

Thank you for answering my question, GL2.

I was wondering if it could also mean that they live in a modest houise although they are not wealthy or perhaps poor?

They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth.

Thank you.

Best wishes,

PBF

GL2 · Answer

PeaceblinkfriendThank you for answering my question, GL2.

I was wondering if it could also mean that they live in a modest houise although they are not wealthy or perhaps poor?

They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth.

No, it's not saying that. Here's another way of stating what this sentence is saying (I may be reading a little into it, but you get the idea):

"Considering the fact that they have money and are wealthy, it's surprising that they choose to live in a fairly modest house."

"They live in a fairly modest house, considering their wealth."

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