When can I use this expression?
"If wishes were horses, beggars might ride"

Is there any specific situation for this expression?
Thank you :)

Question

When can I use this expression?
"If wishes were horses, beggars might ride"

Is there any specific situation for this expression?
Thank you :)

Answer

I'm not sure how common this expression is nowadays, but if you're tired of hearing someone talk about how they wish for something that can't happen, you might use this phrase or something similar.