Proverbs are simple , insightful and traditional saying that expresses a perceived truth based on common sense or experience. Proverbs are short sentences that people often quote which are basically advices , which gives advice or offers life advice, wisdom, or a truth.
Now Let’s have a look at some of the English proverbs with its meanings –
1.Strike while the iron is hot
This proverb means that you should take advantage of a favorable situation before it changes. It says to take advantage of an opportunity as soon as it exists, in case the opportunity goes away and does not return.
2. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence
People are never satisfied with their lives but always assumes the life of others to be better. The life of other people always might appear attractive and better to you .
3 . A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” is a common saying that originated from a Chinese proverb. It means that a person must begin his or her journey to reach their goal or destination. No matter how difficult is the task , you can only complete it if you first start it.
4 . A picture is worth a thousand words
If you compare a picture to a unit of text, the image will reveal the meaning in a matter of seconds than reading a few words describing it. An image can tell a story better than words.
5 . Don’t bite the hand that feeds you
Don’t behave badly with someone or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for you. Don’t treat badly the person or people on whom you depend on, or who take care of you in some or the other way.
6. Curiosity killed the cat
You can bring harm to yourself by being too curious about or too interested in something that doesn’t concern you. Being inquisitive about other people’s affairs may get you into trouble.
