This Spanish slang phrase literally translates to 'when there is hunger, there is no hard bread'. It is a metaphorical saying that means when you are in desperate need of something, you're not in a position to be picky.
Examples
- Spanish: No es el mejor trabajo, pero ya sabes, cuando hay hambre, no hay pan duro.
- English: It's not the best job, but you know, when there is hunger, there is no hard bread.