Popular Proverbs 2 Flashcards
“Birds of a feather flock together.”
People like to spend time with others who are similar to them.
“Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.”
If you have an enemy, pretend to be friends with them instead of openly fighting with them. That way you can watch them carefully and figure out what they’re planning.
“A picture is worth a thousand words.”
Pictures convey emotions and messages better than written or spoken explanations.
“There’s no such thing as a free lunch.”
Things that are offered for free always have a hidden cost.
“The early bird catches the worm.”
You should wake up and start work early if you want to succeed.
“You can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs.”
When you try to do something great, you’ll probably make a few people annoyed or angry. Don’t worry about those people; just focus on the good results.
“God helps those who help themselves.”
Don’t just wait for good things to happen to you. Work hard to achieve your goals.
“A watched pot never boils.”
If something takes time to finish, don’t watch it too closely because it will seem like it’s taking forever.
“Beggars can’t be choosers.”
If you’re asking for a favor from someone else, you have to take whatever they give you.
“Actions speak louder than words.”
Just saying that you’ll do something doesn’t mean much. Actually doing it is harder and more meaningful.
