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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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Don't go between the tree and the bark.

Don't put all your eggs in one basket.

Don't put the cart before the horse.

Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater.

The door swings both ways.

Each to his own taste

The early bird catches the worm. But the second mouse gets the cheese.

An empty vessel makes the most noise

An Englishman's home is his castle.

Every cloud has a silver lining.

Every rose has its thorn.

The exception proves the rule.

Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.

Eat your own dog food.

The ends justify the means.