A Proverb Is A Short Phrase Or Saying That Gives

PROVERBS A proverb is a short phrase or saying that gives words of advice concerning life in general.

Examples 1.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Meaning: Eating fruits daily will keep us in good health.

2. Absence makes the heart grow fonder  Meaning:

We feel more affection towards others when we are separated from them for some time.

3. Charity begins at home.  We

should be kind to our family members first before showing kindness to strangers.

4. Don’t judge a book by its cover  Don’t

pass judgements about someone or something based on outward appearances.

5. Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill.  Don’t

make a huge fuss over a small matter.

6. Every cloud has a silver lining.

 Every

situation, however grim, has a hopeful or positive side to it.

7. Experience is the best teacher.  You

would be able to learn something better by doing it.

8. Half a loaf is better than no bread at all.  It

is better to receive something rather than nothing at all.

9. Look before you leap.  Never

act hastily. Think carefully what you are going to do before taking action.

10. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.  If

you are unwilling to take risks, you can’t expect to get the results which you hope for.

11. Out of sight, out of mind.  We

cease to worry or think about anything when we do not see it regularly.

12. A stitch in time saves nine.  Prompt

action at an early stage may prevent serious trouble in the future.

13. Still water runs deep.  The

fact that a person is quiet does not mean that he does not think wisely or possess little knowledge and lack any emotion.

14. Too many cooks spoilt the broth.  It

is better for one person to do a job or something, otherwise there will be utter chaos if too many people try to handle it.

15. When in Rome, do as the Romans do.  If

you are away from home, adapt yourself to your surroundings and to the local customs.