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Proverbs

A proverb is a short fluent saying that is used to express a specific situation based on the cumulative experience of the nations. Ask about famous proverbs, their meanings and origins here.

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Are proverbs just think of the past?

Yes, they are. However, they have a way of giving us moral guidance by enabling us to think critically and act purposefully.

Proverbs on national integration for tomorrow's competition?

national integration means unity and integrity of the country which is necessary for the proress of a country....without it all talks of life is meaningless......

Can you give me 5 examples of isneg riddles?

a. Tukay builds a house, he does not gather rattan. Answer?

b. Durat goes headhunting, he gets nothing. Answer?

c. It talks once a year. Answer:

d. Gatawan dives, to be pulled out after a year. Answer:

e. Dalinag's canoe, its load is nothing but ropes. Answer?

List of English proverbs that have same meaning with Malay proverbs?

Here are some:

Bapa borek, anak rintik - Like father like son

Berat sama dipikul, ringan sama dijinjing - Through thick and thin

Sambil menyelam minum air - Killing two birds with one stone

Alah bisa tegal biasa - Practice makes perfect

Once an adult twice a child?

This is not a biblical proverb but one of man's - born needing help, adulthood stands on their own, old age needing help again is its premise.

Give examples of proverbs about labor?

Proverbs 14:23 essentially says hard work brings a profit, but idle talk leads to poverty.

What is an example of Proverbs mean?

A proverb is a few lines saying based on common sense and practical sense regarding life experiences. They are usually a metaphor.

Is it worth have a washing machine repaired today or buying a new one I'm beginning to think most appliances are throw-away items today?

Depends on what is wrong.
Washing machines have a belt that you can replace yourself. There are actually quite a few parts you can replace if you are at all mechanically inclined and have a little time on your hands.
On the other hand, if you have a fairly old model, I would consider replacing it just for the fact that today's models are way more efficient than older ones.

Hope this helps!

What kind of proverb is a respectful retort wipes away weariness?

This is an ethical proverb, which gives instruction on how to live kindly.

What does mean work is not a wolf it want run in to forest?

One interpretation is: Work is not a wild animal and will always be there.

Expand a idea on the proverb old is gold?

The first, or oldest of the Kingdoms of Babylon; The kingdom of Gold; followed by the kingdom of Silver; Brass; Iron; Iron & Clay.

Marked by the continual drop in human communication levels: Reasoning; Logic, argument; Terrorism; terminating in Atom Bomb Throwing!

terrorism: The accumulation of fear, caused by continuing Human Errors!

Error is the mother of Terror!

O! My people those who lead thee cause thee to ERR, and destroy the way of thy paths. [ISAIAH 3:12.]

Things have not changed in over 3000 Gregorian years. Is there not one scientist whom has noticed; civilization is stuck in a Time Warp! Blind leaders of the Blind!

The man of wisdom does not vacillate?

This proverb says that a person who is wise will make a decision and stand by it: in this case, it's written in the masculine, but it could apply to a woman as well. It means the wise man (or woman) is decisive; he or she does not hesitate nor is the wise person filled with self-doubt. Such a person gathers the facts and then makes an intelligent decision.