It’s better to be safe than sorry
Be careful and exercise caution – even if it seems unnecessary and it takes longer to complete something – and you will avoid potential problems that could arise later.
1. Many hands make light work
When many people work together to accomplish a difficult task, it doesn’t seem so difficult. That is the general meaning of this English proverb. In other words, if people work together, the work is easier and is completed more quickly.
2. Strike while the iron is hot
This proverb means that you should take advantage of a favorable situation before it changes.
3. Honesty is the best policy
It is best to always be honest and tell the truth. By doing so, you will win the trust and respect of others.
4. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence
Other people’s lives always seem better, happier, and more successful than yours, even if your life is going well.
5. Don’t judge a book by its cover
Don’t form an opinion or make a judgment about someone or something based on its outward appearance.
6. An apple a day keeps the doctor away
Since apples are rich in vitamin C – which is vital to our health – this proverb means that proper nutrition contributes to good health and fewer visits to the doctor. In this English proverb, apples are a symbol of healthy foods and proper nutrition.
7. Better late than never
It is better to do something late than not do it at all.
8. Don’t bite the hand that feeds you
Don’t treat badly the person or people on whom you depend on, or who take care of you in some way.
9. Rome wasn’t built in a day
Time is needed to do great or important things
10. Actions speak louder than words
A person’s true character can be seen by what he does, not by what he says. A person can talk as much as he wants, but he may not actually do anything to back up his words.