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4                                Proverbs











              Proverbs are sayings that give some sort of advice.

              Here is a list of proverbs and their meanings.


                                Proverb                                            Meaning

                •  A stitch in time saves nine.               A timely effort will prevent more work later.

                •  A friend in need is a friend indeed.       A real friend is always willing to help us when
                                                              we need them.

                •  As you sow, so shall you reap.             Man is responsible for the effect of his actions.

                •  A bird in hand is worth two in             You should not risk losing something you
                  the bush.                                   already have by trying to get something you
                                                              think might be better.


                •  Actions speak louder than words.           What you do is more important than what
                                                              you say, because the things you do show your
                                                              true feelings.

                •  Barking dogs seldom bite.                  People who make themselves appear
                                                              threatening rarely do any harm.

                •  Don’t count your chickens before           Do not count on something that has not
                  they are hatched.                           yet happened.

                •  Every cloud has a silver lining.           It is possible for something good to come out
                                                              of a bad situation.

                •  Every dog has its day.                     Everyone is successful or happy at some time
                                                              in their life.

                •  God helps those who                        If you make an effort to achieve something,

                  help themselves.                            you will be successful.
                •  Honesty is the best policy.                It is better to tell the truth than to lie.


                •  Health is wealth.                          Health is more valuable than money.
                •  Knowledge is power.                        Knowledge is more powerful than

                                                              physical strength.


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