Commonly used proverbs - 3

Here are commonly used proverbs with their meanings and examples:

🔮A rolling stone gathers no moss
Meaning: Being constantly on the move or changing jobs prevents one from becoming stagnant or complacent.
Example: He enjoys traveling and exploring new opportunities because he believes that a rolling stone gathers no moss.

🔮Actions speak louder than words
Meaning: What someone does is more important than what they say they will do.
Example: She promised to help, but her absence during the project showed that actions speak louder than words.

🔮Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
Meaning: The perception of beauty varies from person to person.
Example: While some prefer traditional art, others believe that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and appreciate modern art.

🔮Curiosity killed the cat
Meaning: Being too curious or nosy can lead to trouble or unpleasant consequences.
Example: She always pokes her nose into other people's business, but she should be careful because curiosity killed the cat.

🔮Don't bite the hand that feeds you
Meaning: Don't harm or be ungrateful to those who support or provide for you.
Example: He shouldn't criticize his boss publicly; after all, you shouldn't bite the hand that feeds you.

🔮Every dog has its day
Meaning: Everyone will have their moment of success or triumph.
Example: She faced many challenges in her career, but she never gave up because she believed that every dog has its day.

🔮If it ain't broke, don't fix it
Meaning: Don't try to change or improve something that is already working well.
Example: The old system may not be perfect, but if it ain't broke, don't fix it.

🔮Kill two birds with one stone
Meaning: Accomplish two tasks with a single effort or action.
Example: She combined her errands to kill two birds with one stone and save time.

🔮Let sleeping dogs lie
Meaning: Avoid discussing or bringing up old issues that may cause trouble or conflict.
Example: It's best to let sleeping dogs lie and not bring up past disagreements during the family gathering.

🔮Out of sight, out of mind
Meaning: If something or someone is not seen or remembered, they are easily forgotten.
Example: After moving to a new city, she lost touch with her old friends because, out of sight, out of mind.

These proverbs offer timeless wisdom and insights into human behavior and decision-making.