Primo Quotes

English Proverbs

A proverb (from Latin: proverbium) is a simple and concrete saying, popularly known and repeated, that expresses a truth based on common sense or experience. They are often metaphorical. A proverb that describes a basic rule of conduct may also be known as a maxim. Proverbs fall into the category of formulaic language.

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A bad excuse is better than none.

A bad penny always turns up.

A bad workman blames his tools.

A barking dog never bites.

A bellowing cow soon forgets her calf.

A bird never flew on one wing.

A bleating sheep loses a bite.

A blind man will not thank you for a looking-glass.

A blind man's wife needs no paint.

A bully is always a coward.

A carpenter is known by his chips.

A cat in gloves catches no mice.

A cat may look at a king.

A chain is no stronger than its weakest link.

A change is as good as a rest.