Recently, Intrepid English Student Richard asked Kate R about some common English proverbs. Kate answered this question in her Friday Live Ask Us Anything on YouTube.
You can find the video and a downloadable pdf with all of the proverbs below!
What is a proverb?
A proverb is a short, well-known saying or phrase which states a general truth or gives advice. In the video below, Kate R explains fifteen common English proverbs and their meanings. What are some of the most common proverbs in your own language? Do you have any similar proverbs to the ones Kate mentioned? Let us know in the comments!
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