THE ENGLISH PROVERBS

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LET US KNOW THE ENGLISH PROVERBS AND TRY TO USE THEM IN LIFE.

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'A bad excuse is better than none'=Always give an excuse, even if it's a poor one.

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A bad penny always turns up   =[An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.]

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A bad workman blames his tools.
   
=[ Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill.]

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A barking dog seldom bites.   

=[Someone who constantly makes threats rarely carries them out.]

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A bird in hand is worth two in a bush.   

=[It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better]

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A black plum is as sweet as a white.   

=[People should not be judged by their appearance.]

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A book holds a house of gold.   

=[There is a wealth of knowledge in books.]

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A broken friendship may be soldered but will never be sound.   


=[Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before]

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A burden of one's own choice is not felt.   

=[Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.]

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A calm sea does not make a skilled sailor.   

=[A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.]

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A cat has nine lives.   


=1) Cats can survive many accidents because they land on their feet without injury.
2) Nine lives = 3 years to play, 3 years to stray, 3 years to stay.

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A change is as good as a rest.

=   [A change in routine is often as refreshing as a break or a holiday.]

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A constant guest is never welcome.   


=[If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you.]

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A danger foreseen is half avoided.

=[If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with.]