What is a proverb? A proverb is a short well-known expression that states a general truth or gives advice.
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Actions speak louder than words.= What a person actually does is more important that what they say they will do.
All cats are grey in the dark.= People are undistinguished until they have made a name.
Learn to walk before you run. = Don't rush into doing something until you know how to do it.
Learning is a treasure that will
follow its owner everywhere. = Education is something you keep
forever.
Least said soonest mended. = The more discreet you
are, the less damage you cause.
Let
bygones be bygones. = Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.
Let
not the sun go down on your wrath. = Do not stay angry for more than
one day.
Let the chips fall where they may.= We
should not try to control our destiny
Liars need good memories.= People who do not tell
the truth must be careful to remember what they say.
Lightning never strikes in the same
place twice.= An unusual event is not likely to occur again in exactly
the same circumstances.
Like father, like son.= A
son's character can be expected to resemble his father's.
Little strokes fell great oaks.= If
you divide a task into small parts, it becomes easier to do.
Look before you leap. =
Consider possible consequences before taking action.
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