Sayings & Proverbs

Life is a beautiful journey that is meant to be embraced to the fullest every day. However, that doesn't mean you always wake up ready to seize the day, and sometimes need a reminder that life is a great gift. Whether a funny quote from a famous celebrity or an encouraging message about giving it your best from a successful business person, we can all use a little motivation and inspiration these days via a life quote.

Here is a list of popular English proverbs. Proverbs are also known as sayings. Proverbs give some form of life advice. Every language and culture has them, and many proverbs exist in more than one language. It is important not to miss any of the words in most proverbs because the meaning can be lost if even one word is changed or left out. This list of English proverbs includes definitions and examples, and is meant to improve English vocabulary and English cultural knowledge.

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PROVERBS

Actions speak louder than words.

Meaning: What you do is more important than what you say
Example : “Don’t just tell me you’re going to change. Do it! Actions speak louder than words.”

Sample ​Honesty is the best policy

Meanings : It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie
Example : “If you want people to trust you, you need to be honest with them. Honesty is the best policy.”

Practice makes perfect

M eaning: The more y ou do something, the better you will become at it
Example : “Don’t give up on learning the violin. Practice makes perfect.”

Don’t bite the hand that feeds you

Meaning :Don’t make someone angry or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for you
Example :“You had a fight with your boss? Are you stupid? Don’t bite the hand that feeds you.”

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it

Meaning: If something is already working well, don’t try to change it or improve it
Example : “Why are you trying to upgrade your PC again? It was working fine before. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

There is no place like home

Meaning : Your home is the most comfortable place in the world
Example: “What a tiring vacation! I’m glad to be back in my own bed again. There’s no place like home.”