Section: «Proverbs»
A proverb (from Latin: proverbium) or an adage is a simple, traditional saying that expresses a perceived truth based on common sense or experience. Proverbs are often metaphorical and are an example of formulaic language. A proverbial phrase or a proverbial expression is a type of a conventional saying similar to proverbs and transmitted by oral tradition. The difference is that a proverb is a fixed expression, while a proverbial phrase permits alterations to fit the grammar of the context. Collectively, they form a genre of folklore.
A fool's tongue runs before his wit
A fool may throw a stone into a well which a hundred wise men cannot pull out
A fool may ask more questions in an hour than a wise man can answer in seven years
A fool at forty is a fool indeed
A fool and his money are soon parted
A fool always rushes to the fore
A fault confessed is half redressed
A fair face may hide a foul heart
A drowning man will catch at a straw
A danger foreseen is half avoided
A curst cow has short horns
A creaking door hangs long on its hinges
A cracked bell can never sound well
A cock is valiant on his own dunghill
A close mouth catches no flies
A clear conscience laughs at false accusations
A clean hand wants no washing
A clean fast is better than a dirty breakfast
A civil denial is better than a rude grant
A city that parleys is half gotten
A cat in gloves catches no mice
A burnt child dreads the fire
A burden of one's own choice is not felt
