Proverbs

Proverbs are usually a small sentence with lots of wisdom that is passed on many generations. The proverb is derived from the Latin word called Proverbium. This simple sentence can have a lot of meaning to it because it is being derived out of truth and experience.

• A bad workman quarrels with his tools
• A bird in the hand is better than two in the bush
• A burnt child dreads the fire
• Action speaks louder than words
• A drowning man catches a straw
• A friend in need is a friend indeed
• A little learning is a dangerous thing
• All that glitters is not gold
• An idle brain is the devil’s workshop
• A Rolling stone gathers no moss
• As you sow, so shall you reap
• A stitch in time saves nine
• Barking dog seldom bite
• Better pay the cook than the doctor
• Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t
• Birds of a feather flock together
• Blood is thicker than water
• Character is destiny
• Charity begins at home
• Cleanliness is next to godliness
• Coming events cast their shadow before
• Don’t count your chickens before they are hatched
• East or west, home is the best
• Empty vessel makes the most sound
• Every cloud has a silver lining