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Proverbs
English proverbs and their interpretation
| Proverb | Interpretation |
|---|---|
| A bad tree does not yield good apples. | A bad parent does not raise good children. |
| Diamonds cut diamonds. | Two people equally match in wit or cunning. |
| A leopard cannot change its spots. | It is impossible for a bad or unpleasant person to become good or pleasant. |
| Constant occupation prevents temptation. | When you are busy working, you avoid getting into trouble. |
| Gardens are not make by sitting in the shade. | Nothing is achieved without effort. |
| A barking dog seldom bites. | Someone who constantly makes threats rarely carries them out. |
| It is no use crying over spilt milk, | Don't express regret for something that has just happened and cannot be remedied. |
| Penny wise, pound foolish. | A person careful about spending small amounts of money but careless about spending large amounts. |
| No joy without annoy. | There is no happiness without clouds. |