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+Proverb,A,B,C,D,Answer_Text,Answer_Letter
+an apple a day keeps the doctor away,apples are healthy and stave off illnesses,A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,You do me a favor and I will reciprocate.,Deal with a situation when it happens and not unnecessarily worry about it in advance.,apples are healthy and stave off illnesses,A
+there is an exception to every rule,usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,A person can look impressive in smart clothes.,Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,A
+there is nothing new under the sun,there is nothing truly novel in existence; every new idea has some sort of precedent or echo from the past,It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",Warn many people by punishing a few,there is nothing truly novel in existence; every new idea has some sort of precedent or echo from the past,A
+every day is a school day,you learn something new every day,It is better to be unaware of something that will bring unhappiness.,An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,you learn something new every day,A
+the chickens come home to roost,a person's past wrongdoings will return to negatively affect them,A person will be held in more esteem if he keeps aloof from others.,The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,It is not a crime to be poor.,a person's past wrongdoings will return to negatively affect them,A
+Absence makes the heart grow fonder,Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,"If you’re trying to convince someone of something, words and ideas are stronger than using physical force (common in politics)",The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,A
+Actions speak louder than words.,What you do is more important than what you say,"Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",A dead person cannot cause difficulties by revealing something that it would be preferable to conceal.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems",What you do is more important than what you say,A
+A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step,"You must begin something if you hope to finish it; something that takes a long
+time to finish begins with one step",People who are similar spend time together,"If the love is shallow, people will find faults in each other.",People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,"You must begin something if you hope to finish it; something that takes a long
+time to finish begins with one step",A
+All good things must come to an end,Everything ends; good times don’t last forever,A good product doesn’t need promotion; it spreads through word of mouth,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,Everything ends; good times don’t last forever,A
+A picture is worth a thousand words,An image can tell a story better than words,Money gives one power and influence,"If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.",True love goes through ups and downs,An image can tell a story better than words,A
+A watched pot never boils,"If something takes time to do, it doesn’t help to constantly check on it. You just
+have to give it time.",People abandon a failing enterprise when problems develop.,"When a situation becomes difficult, strong people don’t give up; they work
+harder",This proverb is used when someone blames the quality of their equipment or other external factors when they perform a task poorly,"If something takes time to do, it doesn’t help to constantly check on it. You just
+have to give it time.",A
+Beggars can’t be choosers,"If you’re in a bad situation and someone offers to help you, you have to take
+whatever they give you and shouldn’t ask for more","If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you","If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want",Challenges and hardships are opportunities for personal growth,"If you’re in a bad situation and someone offers to help you, you have to take
+whatever they give you and shouldn’t ask for more",A
+Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,What is “beautiful” is different for each person,"If you kill a goose that lays golden eggs, you destroy something that makes lot of money for you.",People agree with and flatter rich people to be in good books with them.,Behave the way you encourage others to behave,What is “beautiful” is different for each person,A
+Better late than never,It’s better to finish something late than to never do it at all,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it",An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,It’s better to finish something late than to never do it at all,A
+Birds of a feather flock together,People who are similar spend time together,"If you haven’t met or spoken to a friend or relative in long time, he’ll be forgotten. Such friendships eventually wither away or may just remain a distant acquaintance.",Heaven is more kind to the weak.,A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,People who are similar spend time together,A
+Cleanliness is next to godliness,"It’s good to be clean. God is clean, and you should be too.","If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",One who arrives first has the best chance for success,You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,"It’s good to be clean. God is clean, and you should be too.",A
+Don’t bite the hand that feeds you,"Don’t make someone angry or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for
+you",What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,"If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.","in insignificant nail resulted in the loss of the rider. Small things can have huge implications. So, don’t ignore nuances and minute details. They’re the ones that stand people out.","Don’t make someone angry or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for
+you",A
+Don’t count your chickens before they hatch.,Don’t expect a positive result before you actually see it,An image can tell a story better than words,Do things in the easiest possible way,"Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",Don’t expect a positive result before you actually see it,A
+Don’t judge a book by its cover,Don’t judge someone or something by appearance alone,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible","If you have a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, a good night’s sleep will work wonders","A person can be moulded when young but not when he has grown up. So, one should inculcate good values in children while they’re still young.",Don’t judge someone or something by appearance alone,A
+Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,"Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.","If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy",Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,A
+Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today,"If you can do something today, do it. Don’t wait until tomorrow; don’t procrastinate.",Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.",The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,"If you can do something today, do it. Don’t wait until tomorrow; don’t procrastinate.",A
+Don’t put too many irons in the fire,Don’t try to do too many things at the same time; focus on one thing at a time,"In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,Warn many people by punishing a few,Don’t try to do too many things at the same time; focus on one thing at a time,A
+"Easy come, easy go","When you make money quickly, it’s very easy to lose it quickly as well",Words of flattery may not be sincere. But action (imitation) is sincere. Who wouldn’t be flattered if someone imitates them in some way?,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,Don’t risk everything on a single venture,"When you make money quickly, it’s very easy to lose it quickly as well",A
+Fortune favors the bold,"People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who
+are do things safely all the time","If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want",A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.","People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who
+are do things safely all the time",A
+God helps those who help themselves,Don’t just wait for good things to happen to you. Work hard to make them happen,You shouldn’t be upset over something that has already happened,Overconfidence can doom even the competent,"Teaching fishing, a skill, is far more important than merely handing doles (fish, here) to people. It serves an important reminder to our educational institutions, especially higher education, where majority of graduates are churned out without marketable skills. Most animals, in contrast, teach only the most essential skills – finding food and escaping predators – to their young ones. Nothing superfluous there.",Don’t just wait for good things to happen to you. Work hard to make them happen,A
+Good things come to those who wait,"If you are patient, good things can happen",Behaviour is more important than appearance.,Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,"If you are patient, good things can happen",A
+Honesty is the best policy,It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,Evil thoughts come to us easily when we are idle,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.","The higher an incompetent person rises in an organization, the more his incompetence is exposed",It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,A
+"Hope for the best, prepare for the worst","In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome","If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",What may seem beautiful to one person may not seem to another,The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,"In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",A
+"If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it","If something is already working well, don’t try to change it or improve it",Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,"A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance",It is wise to be careful and not show unnecessary bravery,"If something is already working well, don’t try to change it or improve it",A
+"If you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em","If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do","If you’re a yes-man and often talk sweet language to please others, people won’t respect you.",Cat can survive seemingly fatal events,A person can appear attractive in good clothes.,"If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do",A
+"If you play with fire, you’ll get burned","If you get involved in something dangerous or beyond your abilities, you will
+probably experience negative consequences","If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,"No one is truly capable of living alone. We need human connection to be
+healthy","If you get involved in something dangerous or beyond your abilities, you will
+probably experience negative consequences",A
+"If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself",Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,"Said when a son is similar to his father; also, “Like mother, like daughter”",Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,"If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want",Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,A
+"Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer","If someone is your enemy, treat them like a friend so you can be ready if they
+ever try to betray you",We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,a person's past wrongdoings will return to negatively affect them,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times","If someone is your enemy, treat them like a friend so you can be ready if they
+ever try to betray you",A
+Knowledge is power,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be in different areas of your
+life",Large successful operations can begin in a small way,Effort is necessary to keep a friendship alive.,Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before.,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be in different areas of your
+life",A
+Laughter is the best medicine,"When you’re in a difficult situation, laughing can make it easier to get through
+that situation",The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,Without rain the harvest will be poor.,"When you’re in a difficult situation, laughing can make it easier to get through
+that situation",A
+"Like father, like son","Said when a son is similar to his father; also, “Like mother, like daughter”",Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times",Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,"Said when a son is similar to his father; also, “Like mother, like daughter”",A
+No man is an island,"No one is truly capable of living alone. We need human connection to be
+healthy",Your actions determine your results,It is preferable to take precautions against a bad occurrence than to repair the damage after it has happened.,"If one is determined, one will find a path to success.","No one is truly capable of living alone. We need human connection to be
+healthy",A
+People who live in glass houses should not throw stones,Don’t criticize someone if you’re not perfect either; don’t be a hyprocrite,A person who feels hatred does not see any qualities in the person he/she hates.,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,Don’t criticize someone if you’re not perfect either; don’t be a hyprocrite,A
+Practice makes perfect,"The more you do something, the better you will become at it",People shouldn’t be subjected to discomfort beyond tolerance,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.",Hard work produces the best results.,"The more you do something, the better you will become at it",A
+The early bird gets the worm,"People who wake up early or who get to places early have a better chance of
+success",Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,It is a desire that gives birth to a belief.,Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,"People who wake up early or who get to places early have a better chance of
+success",A
+The enemy of my enemy is my friend,"If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)","If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously",A bad parent does not raise good children,"If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.","If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)",A
+The grass is always greener on the other side,People always want what they don’t have,Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,We cannot assume anything is ours until we actually get it.,People always want what they don’t have,A
+The pen is mightier than the sword,"If you’re trying to convince someone of something, words and ideas are stronger than using physical force (common in politics)",We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,Deal with a situation when it happens and not unnecessarily worry about it in advance.,Why take the trouble of investing in a cow and then maintaining it when you can simply buy milk far cheaply? You should avoid buying unnecessary assets when you can do with far cheaper options.,"If you’re trying to convince someone of something, words and ideas are stronger than using physical force (common in politics)",A
+There is no place like home,Your home is the most comfortable place in the world,Experiencing different things makes living interesting and prevents boredom.,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",Your home is the most comfortable place in the world,A
+There is no such thing as a free lunch.,Nothing is free. Even the things that are free have a hidden cost,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.","If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",With greatness and power comes a lot of responsibility.,Nothing is free. Even the things that are free have a hidden cost,A
+There is no time like the present,Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,Success comes to those who have the courage to try.,The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,The family that gets together regularly to pray or eat is more close-knit than the family that doesn’t.,Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,A
+The squeaky wheel gets the grease,The person who complains in a situation is more likely to get something.,A single piece of evidence is not enough to prove anything.,One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,The person who complains in a situation is more likely to get something.,A
+Time is money,"Don’t waste your time or other people’s time; also, if you can use your time to
+make money in some way, you should do that","Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)","If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.","Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.","Don’t waste your time or other people’s time; also, if you can use your time to
+make money in some way, you should do that",A
+Two heads are better than one,It’s easier to do something as a team than by yourself,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,It is preferable to take precautions against a bad occurrence than to repair the damage after it has happened.,It’s easier to do something as a team than by yourself,A
+Two wrongs don’t make a right,"Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,"Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",A
+"When the going gets tough, the tough get going","When a situation becomes difficult, strong people don’t give up; they work
+harder","In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",People are never satisfied with their own situation; they always think others have it better.,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,"When a situation becomes difficult, strong people don’t give up; they work
+harder",A
+"Where there’s smoke, there’s fire","If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor","You must begin something if you hope to finish it; something that takes a long
+time to finish begins with one step","The more you do something, the better you will become at it","If you’re in a bad situation and someone offers to help you, you have to take
+whatever they give you and shouldn’t ask for more","If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor",A
+"You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink it","You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it","At times, there is more value to holding one's tongue than using it.",Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill,A good start to a task leads to its easy and successful completion.,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it",A
+A light purse makes a heavy heart,"If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy","If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously",usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,people often enjoy hearing themselves talk or express their own views,"If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy",A
+A little body often harbors a great soul ,"This is said about people or things
+that are not big, or tall, but instead
+have other positive qualities",Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,"Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies",Don’t judge someone or something by appearance alone,"This is said about people or things
+that are not big, or tall, but instead
+have other positive qualities",A
+A little fire is quickly trodden out,"If you deal with a small problem
+quickly, it won’t grow into a bigger
+problem",Pain or grief diminish or disappear with the passage of time.,"Great tasks take time, hard work and perseverance.",Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,"If you deal with a small problem
+quickly, it won’t grow into a bigger
+problem",A
+A man can die but once,"If death comes now, you will not
+have to experience it again",Do things in the easiest possible way,"History is written by the victors, and they, naturally, glorify themselves","Unalloyed happiness is impossible, because joy and sorrow go together.","If death comes now, you will not
+have to experience it again",A
+A fool and his money are soon parted.,Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,Very intelligent people often have the same idea at the same time.,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.",Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,A
+"After victory, tighten your helmet chord.","There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.",People who appear threatening rarely do harm,A person's manners reveal their origins.,All of us have a favorable period.,"There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.",A
+A good listener is a silent flatterer.,"Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.",A good product doesn’t need promotion; it spreads through word of mouth,"If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously","Protesting against a government or a large organization is unlike protesting against individuals. An organization can use its deep pockets and power to take you on for decades together, and it wouldn’t bother anyone in that organization because individuals there don’t suffer financially or otherwise. In contrast, the protesters suffer individually. That’s why it’s not easy for individuals to slug it out against organizations and governments.","Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.",A
+A goose quill is more dangerous than a lion’s claw.,"Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.",You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,Effort is necessary to keep a friendship alive.,"Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.",A
+One law for the rich and another for the poor.,"The law is same for both, but the rich, through their abundant resources, can get favourable decisions by influencing decision makers, hiring the best lawyers, and delaying the case if it suits them, among several measures at their command.","If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.","When you’re in a difficult situation, laughing can make it easier to get through
+that situation",Certainty of having something in hand is better than mere probability of having even more things.,"The law is same for both, but the rich, through their abundant resources, can get favourable decisions by influencing decision makers, hiring the best lawyers, and delaying the case if it suits them, among several measures at their command.",A
+Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.,"Teaching fishing, a skill, is far more important than merely handing doles (fish, here) to people. It serves an important reminder to our educational institutions, especially higher education, where majority of graduates are churned out without marketable skills. Most animals, in contrast, teach only the most essential skills – finding food and escaping predators – to their young ones. Nothing superfluous there.","Without risks, there are no rewards.","If you are patient, good things can happen",All food tastes good when you are hungry.,"Teaching fishing, a skill, is far more important than merely handing doles (fish, here) to people. It serves an important reminder to our educational institutions, especially higher education, where majority of graduates are churned out without marketable skills. Most animals, in contrast, teach only the most essential skills – finding food and escaping predators – to their young ones. Nothing superfluous there.",A
+A rolling stone gathers no moss,A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.","Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,A
+A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush,It’s better to be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking to get more,apples are healthy and stave off illnesses,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,It’s better to be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking to get more,A
+A barking dog seldom bites,Don’t be afraid of people that always threaten you as they rarely take action,"Without risks, there are no rewards.",There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,Don’t be afraid of people that always threaten you as they rarely take action,A
+Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy wealthy and wise,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,Not everything that looks precious or true turns out to be so,We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,"Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,A
+It’s no use locking the stable door after the horse has bolted,It is too late try to prevent something that has already happened,"If you share your grief, it’ll get easier to bear",A person will be held in more esteem if he keeps aloof from others.,"If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.",It is too late try to prevent something that has already happened,A
+Too many cooks spoil the broth,"If too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well",Very intelligent people often have the same idea at the same time.,"You can show people the way to do things, but you can’t force them to act.",Behave the way you encourage others to behave,"If too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well",A
+All that glitters is not gold,Not everything that looks precious or true turns out to be so,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems","As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.","If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do",Not everything that looks precious or true turns out to be so,A
+Actions speak louder than words,What you do is more important than what you say,Heaven is more kind to the weak.,People should not be judged by their appearance,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.",What you do is more important than what you say,A
+Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,Too much of a hurry leads to mistakes and loss of productivity.,"If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",Don't complain if you can't enforce your point of view.,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,A
+Knowledge is power,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be",Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.,People who are stupid are very talkative.,People who have long been used to doing things in a particular way will not abandon their habits to learn something new.,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be",A
+People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones,You shouldn’t criticize others when you have similar faults of your own,What may seem to be junk to one person maybe valuable to another.,you learn something new every day,it was just asmuch your fault as it was mine,You shouldn’t criticize others when you have similar faults of your own,A
+The early bird catches the worm,One who arrives first has the best chance for success,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,"Good bargains can be tempting and entice people into buying more than required, most of which can even go unused",One who arrives first has the best chance for success,A
+Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.,"One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.","Good bargains can be tempting and entice people into buying more than required, most of which can even go unused",People always want what they don’t have,Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,"One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.",A
+History repeats itself.,What has happened once is likely to happen again.,A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,"If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.,What has happened once is likely to happen again.,A
+A hedge between keeps friendship green.,Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,"Anyone can show off his courage in a familiar, safe environment.",A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,A
+Health is better than wealth.,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,"If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor","If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.","People can’t change their innate character, especially bad",Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,A
+He laughs best who laughs last.,People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times",Large successful operations can begin in a small way,There is no happiness without clouds.,People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,A
+Haste makes waste.,Too much of a hurry leads to mistakes and loss of productivity.,Early corrective action may prevent more trouble later.,"You can advise someone or show them how to do something, but you can’t force them to accept or mak them do it.","We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.",Too much of a hurry leads to mistakes and loss of productivity.,A
+"The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.
+",Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,"We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.",There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,"If there were no losers, there could be no winners.",Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,A
+"Half a loaf is better than no bread.
+","One should be thankful for whatever one gets, considering one may otherwise get nothing.","In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it","One should be thankful for whatever one gets, considering one may otherwise get nothing.",A
+Great oaks from little acorns grow.,Much may come from a small beginning.,"A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance",Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible",Much may come from a small beginning.,A
+Grapes are sour.,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.","When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times",you learn something new every day,Choose the most opportune time to act.,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",A
+A good name is sooner lost than won.,"A reputation takes long to build, but can be quickly destroyed.",Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.,"If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,"A reputation takes long to build, but can be quickly destroyed.",A
+A good husband makes a good wife.,One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,"A dead fish starts rotting from head downwards. Similarly, in any organization or country, the rot sets in from the top. If the leadership is defunct, corrupt, and self-centred, implications will soon spread to the entire organization.",Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,everyone attains success at some point in their lives,One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,A
+God tempers the wind to the shorn lamb.,Heaven is more kind to the weak.,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",Everything calm and peaceful doesn’t mean there are no dangers around.,"Always be hopeful in life, and do not give up.",Heaven is more kind to the weak.,A
+A friend in need is a friend indeed.,True friends are those who help in difficult times.,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.","Consider all consequences before taking an action, especially when you can’t retract.",Get out of a situation while it’s still easy to leave on good terms,True friends are those who help in difficult times.,A
+Don't put all your eggs in one basket.,Spread your risks widely and wisely.,"If you’re in a bad situation and someone offers to help you, you have to take
+whatever they give you and shouldn’t ask for more","A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty","Like hunger forces the wolf out of the wood to seek food elsewhere, necessity forces poor to take up unpleasant tasks, sometimes in violation of law",Spread your risks widely and wisely.,A
+Don't put the cart before the horse.,Always do things in the right order.,It is wise not to disturb things at times lest you invite trouble.,"If you haven’t met or spoken to a friend or relative in long time, he’ll be forgotten. Such friendships eventually wither away or may just remain a distant acquaintance.",People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,Always do things in the right order.,A
+Don't ride the high horse.,One should not be arrogant.,Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,One must behave in the same way as one advises others to behave.,An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,One should not be arrogant.,A
+Don't wash your dirty linen in public.,It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,"Wherever one may travel, the happiest place is one's abode.",The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,A
+"East or west, home is best.","Wherever one may travel, the happiest place is one's abode.","Fools or inexperienced persons get involved in situations or pursue goals without much thought. In contrast, wise think through such situations or goals.",Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,"Wherever one may travel, the happiest place is one's abode.",A
+"Easy come, easy go.",What is acquired without effort especially money is likely to be lost.,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",What has happened once is likely to happen again.,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible",What is acquired without effort especially money is likely to be lost.,A
+Empty vessels make the most sound.,People who are stupid are very talkative.,One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,"Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement",The family that gets together regularly to pray or eat is more close-knit than the family that doesn’t.,People who are stupid are very talkative.,A
+Every cloud has a silver lining.,There is hope even in difficult situations.,It is too late to change one's mind after performing an action.,"Be optimistic, but be prepared for a scenario where things can go wrong",Manage to produce something good using poor material.,There is hope even in difficult situations.,A
+ Every cock crows on his own dunghill.,"Anyone can show off his courage in a familiar, safe environment.","If death comes now, you will not
+have to experience it again",It is better to take precautions than to regret later,Nothing is achieved without effort.,"Anyone can show off his courage in a familiar, safe environment.",A
+Every dog has his day.,All of us have a favorable period.,"Unalloyed happiness is impossible, because joy and sorrow go together.",New governments have their own agendas.,"Whatever our age and however much we know, we can still increase our knowledge.",All of us have a favorable period.,A
+Familiarity breeds contempt.,Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,What you cannot have is what is always the most desirable.,"If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.","If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.",Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,A
+Fine feathers make fine birds.,A person can look impressive in smart clothes.,Parents are role models for their children and should therefore set a good example.,"Working with others may be somewhat slow compared to solo work, but you’ll need to collaborate if you want long-term success because you can’t do everything yourself","If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",A person can look impressive in smart clothes.,A
+Forbidden fruit is the sweetest.,"When something is not allowed, we are more tempted to it.","People when drunk speak truth, often unwittingly",People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,"When something is not allowed, we are more tempted to it.",A
+Forgive and forget.,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,What you do is more important than what you say,"Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,A
+Fortune favors the bold.,Success comes to those who have the courage to try.,Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,A small amount of something can be more effective than too much of it.,Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,Success comes to those who have the courage to try.,A
+Never say die.,"Always be hopeful in life, and do not give up.",What may seem to be junk to one person maybe valuable to another.,"Like hunger forces the wolf out of the wood to seek food elsewhere, necessity forces poor to take up unpleasant tasks, sometimes in violation of law","In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.","Always be hopeful in life, and do not give up.",A
+Ninety per cent of inspiration is perspiration.,Along with brilliance goes a lot of hard work,What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.,"The more you do something, the better you will become at it",A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,Along with brilliance goes a lot of hard work,A
+No gain without pain.,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,There is a definite limit beyond which one decides not to go.,What may seem beautiful to one person may not seem to another,Spread your risks widely and wisely.,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,A
+No news is good news.,If there is no information then one can assume all is fine.,"In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,If there is no information then one can assume all is fine.,A
+Nothing succeeds like success.,"Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.",Money gives one power and influence,It is not a crime to be poor.,Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,"Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.",A
+"Once bitten, twice shy.",An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,"When you fall out with someone, restrain yourself from using foul, upsetting language. Words can leave a lasting impression and make it difficult to reconcile.",Behave the way you encourage others to behave,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,A
+One good turn deserves another.,"If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.","Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,Much may come from a small beginning.,"If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.",A
+One is never too old to learn.,"Whatever our age and however much we know, we can still increase our knowledge.",Always do things in the right order.,Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.,"The higher an incompetent person rises in an organization, the more his incompetence is exposed","Whatever our age and however much we know, we can still increase our knowledge.",A
+One man's meat is another man's poison.,What works positively for one person may be harmful to another.,Without rain the harvest will be poor.,Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,What works positively for one person may be harmful to another.,A
+One must draw the line somewhere.,There is a definite limit beyond which one decides not to go.,Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before.,This is said in jest when a person we have been talking about meets us.,Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,There is a definite limit beyond which one decides not to go.,A
+One swallow does not make a summer.,A single piece of evidence is not enough to prove anything.,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.","Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",Much may come from a small beginning.,A single piece of evidence is not enough to prove anything.,A
+Out of sight out of mind.,Anybody or anything no longer seen is soon forgotten.,Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,"You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.","When you make money quickly, it’s very easy to lose it quickly as well",Anybody or anything no longer seen is soon forgotten.,A
+Paddle your own canoe.,Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,"Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.",Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,A
+The pen is mightier than the sword.,The written word has more power to cause change than physical force.,Don’t criticize someone if you’re not perfect either; don’t be a hyprocrite,What you have is better than what you might get,"This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.",The written word has more power to cause change than physical force.,A
+Poverty is no sin.,It is not a crime to be poor.,"We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.","Those in the highest positions can be vulnerable as many aspire to replace them. Second, if the person is replaced, it’s not easy to find a similar position because of paucity of roles at the top.",Always do things in the right order.,It is not a crime to be poor.,A
+Practise what you preach.,One must behave in the same way as one advises others to behave.,Choose the most opportune time to act.,Don’t be afraid of people that always threaten you as they rarely take action,Hard work brings rewards.,One must behave in the same way as one advises others to behave.,A
+Prevention is better than cure.,It is preferable to take precautions against a bad occurrence than to repair the damage after it has happened.,"Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)","If someone is your enemy, treat them like a friend so you can be ready if they
+ever try to betray you","One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.",It is preferable to take precautions against a bad occurrence than to repair the damage after it has happened.,A
+The proof of the pudding is in the eating.,A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,Do things in the easiest possible way,A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,A
+Respect is greater from a distance.,A person will be held in more esteem if he keeps aloof from others.,Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,Neither children nor fools know that it is sometimes advantageous to lie.,Do not judge solely by looks because appearances are deceptive.,A person will be held in more esteem if he keeps aloof from others.,A
+Rome was not built in a day.,"Great tasks take time, hard work and perseverance.","If something is already working well, don’t try to change it or improve it",Along with brilliance goes a lot of hard work,"What is suggested sounds easy, but it is more difficult to actually do it.","Great tasks take time, hard work and perseverance.",A
+A rose with any other name would smell as sweet.,What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,A
+One rotten apple spoils the rest.,Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,"If you want to achieve the desired quality, work diligently and carefully and not cut corners.","In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",Don’t just wait for good things to happen to you. Work hard to make them happen,Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,A
+Set a thief to catch a thief.,A person who knows the tricks of the trade is best equipped to do the job.,It is not a crime to be poor.,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",A person who knows the tricks of the trade is best equipped to do the job.,A
+"Speech is silver, silence is golden.","At times, there is more value to holding one's tongue than using it.",With greatness and power comes a lot of responsibility.,Don’t risk everything on a single venture,All of us have a favorable period.,"At times, there is more value to holding one's tongue than using it.",A
+Still waters run deep.,"A quiet person can have much knowledge or ability, and should not be underestimated.",What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,"A Native American proverb. It’s paramount to save the environment. We’re already seeing the adverse effect, which seem to intensify every year, of untold exploitation of nature.",Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,"A quiet person can have much knowledge or ability, and should not be underestimated.",A
+A stitch in time saves nine.,Early corrective action may prevent more trouble later.,Do things in the easiest possible way,Foolish people talk a lot.,Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,Early corrective action may prevent more trouble later.,A
+The strength of the chain is in the weakest link.,The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,A moderate amount is sufficient.,You can achieve better results through persuasion than through coercion.,"If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)",The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,A
+Strike while the iron is hot.,Choose the most opportune time to act.,"When you’re in a difficult situation, laughing can make it easier to get through
+that situation",The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,Choose the most opportune time to act.,A
+The tailor makes the man.,A person can appear attractive in good clothes.,Don’t just wait for good things to happen to you. Work hard to make them happen,A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,Words of flattery may not be sincere. But action (imitation) is sincere. Who wouldn’t be flattered if someone imitates them in some way?,A person can appear attractive in good clothes.,A
+Take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves.,Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be in different areas of your
+life",One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,Do things in the easiest possible way,Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,A
+There are as good fish in the sea as ever came out of it.,"If an opportunity is missed, there will be plenty more.",Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,Money gives one power and influence,Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,"If an opportunity is missed, there will be plenty more.",A
+Talk of the devil and the devil appears.,This is said in jest when a person we have been talking about meets us.,Your home is the most comfortable place in the world,Hard work brings rewards.,More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,This is said in jest when a person we have been talking about meets us.,A
+There's many a slip between the cup and the lip.,We cannot assume anything is ours until we actually get it.,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,If you have money you can make more money.,There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,We cannot assume anything is ours until we actually get it.,A
+There is no rose without a thorn.,"Unalloyed happiness is impossible, because joy and sorrow go together.",Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,This proverb exemplifies importance of leadership. A strong army (lions) led by a weak leader (sheep) can lose to a weak army (sheep) led by a strong leader (lion).,Something might be different from how they appear outwardly,"Unalloyed happiness is impossible, because joy and sorrow go together.",A
+There is no smoke without fire.,Rumours are not baseless but have some truth in them.,You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,"Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies",Rumours are not baseless but have some truth in them.,A
+A thing of beauty is a joy forever.,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,One can break the rules of fair play under extenuating circumstances.,"Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",A person with some knowledge of several fields (jack of all trades) can’t be a master in any of them,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,A
+Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones.,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,"If the love is shallow, people will find faults in each other.","Choose things or people after diligence, but once you choose, stick for long","Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies",The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,A
+Time and tide wait for no man.,One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,"Said when a son is similar to his father; also, “Like mother, like daughter”",There is more than one way to reach the same goal.,"A quiet person can have much knowledge or ability, and should not be underestimated.",One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,A
+Time is a great healer.,Pain or grief diminish or disappear with the passage of time.,It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,Pain or grief diminish or disappear with the passage of time.,A
+To err is human.,It is natural for all of us to make mistakes.,A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,"If you talk politely, people are more amenable to your suggestions and ask.",Our destiny depends on God's will,It is natural for all of us to make mistakes.,A
+Touch pitch and be defiled.,"If you keep contact with bad people, you get spoiled.",The written word has more power to cause change than physical force.,People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,"This is said about people or things
+that are not big, or tall, but instead
+have other positive qualities","If you keep contact with bad people, you get spoiled.",A
+Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.,With greatness and power comes a lot of responsibility.,Thinking and writing have more influence on people and events than use of force.,everyone attains success at some point in their lives,A person's manners reveal their origins.,With greatness and power comes a lot of responsibility.,A
+"United we stand, divided we fall.",There is strength and safety in numbers compared individuals acting alone.,A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,"If you’re testing the depth of water with both feet down, you risk being drowned if the water turns out to be deep. But if you test with one foot, you can pull away. The proverb means that before going whole hog into something unknown, assess the risk well.","Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",There is strength and safety in numbers compared individuals acting alone.,A
+Variety is the spice of life.,Experiencing different things makes living interesting and prevents boredom.,"If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do","If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.","People tend to circulate bad news very quickly (accidents, illness, etc.).",Experiencing different things makes living interesting and prevents boredom.,A
+Wake not a sleeping lion.,It is wise not to disturb things at times lest you invite trouble.,Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,A little precaution before a crisis is better than lot of firefighting afterwards,Most valuable things are often free.,It is wise not to disturb things at times lest you invite trouble.,A
+Walls have ears.,Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,"If someone is your enemy, treat them like a friend so you can be ready if they
+ever try to betray you",Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,What you have is better than what you might get,Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,A
+"Waste not, want not.","If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.","Choose things or people after diligence, but once you choose, stick for long",One must adapt to one's surroundings.,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",A
+"Water is a boon in the desert, but the drowning man curses it.",There is too little of what we want and too much of what we don't want.,You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,Words of flattery may not be sincere. But action (imitation) is sincere. Who wouldn’t be flattered if someone imitates them in some way?,Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,There is too little of what we want and too much of what we don't want.,A
+Well begun is half done.,A good start to a task leads to its easy and successful completion.,"In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",A person who knows the tricks of the trade is best equipped to do the job.,A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,A good start to a task leads to its easy and successful completion.,A
+What's done cannot be undone.,It is too late to change one's mind after performing an action.,It’s easier to do something as a team than by yourself,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,It is too late to change one's mind after performing an action.,A
+What is sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander.,What is appropriate for one is appropriate for another.,Cat can survive seemingly fatal events,"If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)","People when drunk speak truth, often unwittingly",What is appropriate for one is appropriate for another.,A
+When in Rome do as the Romans do.,One must adapt to one's surroundings.,Worrying about something does not solve the problem.,What you have is better than what you might get,A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,One must adapt to one's surroundings.,A
+When one door shuts another opens.,"Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,Rumours are not baseless but have some truth in them.,Without rain the harvest will be poor.,"Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",A
+When the cat is away the mice will play.,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,One can break the rules of fair play under extenuating circumstances.,"Fools or inexperienced persons get involved in situations or pursue goals without much thought. In contrast, wise think through such situations or goals.",Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,A
+Where ignorance is bliss it is folly to be wise.,It is better to be unaware of something that will bring unhappiness.,Along with brilliance goes a lot of hard work,"Even in difficult times, there’s hope and a limited duration of darkness",It is not a crime to be poor.,It is better to be unaware of something that will bring unhappiness.,A
+Where there's a will there's a way.,"If one is determined, one will find a path to success.",We can’t hide incompetency behind teamwork. Everyone has to justify their expense.,An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,"If one is determined, one will find a path to success.",A
+The wish is father to the thought.,It is a desire that gives birth to a belief.,"A rare, precious opportunity that comes with some problems is better than a regular opportunity that seems to be perfect",What you have is better than what you might get,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,It is a desire that gives birth to a belief.,A
+You cannot have your cake and eat it.,You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"When you’re in a difficult situation, laughing can make it easier to get through
+that situation",People always want what they don’t have,You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,A
+"You can take a horse to the water, but you cannot make him drink.",You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,A small amount of something can be more effective than too much of it.,Spread your risks widely and wisely.,It’s easier to win people to your side by persuasion and politeness than by confrontation and threats.,You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,A
+You scratch my back and I'll scratch yours.,You do me a favor and I will reciprocate.,"In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,You do me a favor and I will reciprocate.,A
+Beauty is but skin deep.,Do not judge solely by looks because appearances are deceptive.,The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,Certainty of having something in hand is better than mere probability of having even more things.,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,Do not judge solely by looks because appearances are deceptive.,A
+Every ass likes to hear himself bray.,Foolish people talk a lot.,Delaying an action for too long is a waste of time.,"The harder you work, the more ideas and chances you may make for yourself.",It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,Foolish people talk a lot.,A
+"Nothing venture, nothing gain.","Without risks, there are no rewards.","In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,Good intention doesn’t not matter if a person’s actions lead to bad outcomes.,"Without risks, there are no rewards.",A
+In Unity There Is Strength,We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,Governments have far-reaching powers.,"If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want",What has happened once is likely to happen again.,We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,A
+It Takes Two to Tango,it was just asmuch your fault as it was mine,"In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,"Even in difficult times, there’s hope and a limited duration of darkness",it was just asmuch your fault as it was mine,A
+A Man Is Known by the Company He Keeps,People often believe that a person is like his friends,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",Hard work brings rewards.,People often believe that a person is like his friends,A
+You can’t always get what you want,Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",Everything ends; good times don’t last forever,Thinking and writing have more influence on people and events than use of force.,Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,A
+"You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink it","You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to accept it or follow it",A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,"If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to accept it or follow it",A
+A closed mouth catches no flies,Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,It’s better to finish something late than to never do it at all,Neither children nor fools know that it is sometimes advantageous to lie.,Actions and decisions taken in moments of anger aren’t the best. They can bring great misery. Wait for your anger to pass and then act or decide,Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,A
+The darkest hour has only sixty minutes,"Even in difficult times, there’s hope and a limited duration of darkness",What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,"If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.","Don’t make someone angry or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for
+you","Even in difficult times, there’s hope and a limited duration of darkness",A
+A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor,Challenges and hardships are opportunities for personal growth,Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,All food tastes good when you are hungry.,The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,Challenges and hardships are opportunities for personal growth,A
+You can’t unscramble eggs,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible",True friends are those who help in difficult times.,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible",A
+Don’t cross the bridge until you come to it,Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,"Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.",Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,A
+"Penny wise, pound foolish","Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems","If you utilize the peace time to get better at war, your adversaries will hesitate in waging a war on you, and hence the time of peace will stretch.",People agree with and flatter rich people to be in good books with them.,Hard work brings rewards.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems",A
+The early worm gets eaten,"A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty",Something cheap will be of suspect quality and will trouble you later in the form of higher maintenance and/or poor performance.,There is strength and safety in numbers compared individuals acting alone.,"There rarely are completely free offers; they come attached with hooks. So, beware of such offers.","A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty",A
+All good things come to an end,Nothing great lasts forever,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,A good product doesn’t need promotion; it spreads through word of mouth,Nothing great lasts forever,A
+A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush,What you have is better than what you might get,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",Overconfidence can doom even the competent,Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,What you have is better than what you might get,A
+An idle brain is the devil’s workshop,Evil thoughts come to us easily when we are idle,"Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement",Wisdom and maturity come with age. Young people lack common sense.,It is better to be unaware of something that will bring unhappiness.,Evil thoughts come to us easily when we are idle,A
+Better safe than sorry,It is better to take precautions than to regret later,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,everyone attains success at some point in their lives,Health is more important than money,It is better to take precautions than to regret later,A
+Appearances can be deceptive,Something might be different from how they appear outwardly,Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,"Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse","In any situation, be optimistic about the result, but always be ready for the
+worst outcome",Something might be different from how they appear outwardly,A
+"As you sow, so you shall reap",Your actions determine your results,usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,"If you share your grief, it’ll get easier to bear",Your actions determine your results,A
+The grass is always greener on the other side,"Other people always seem to be in a better situation, although it might not be true",It’s easier to do something as a team than by yourself,"If death comes now, you will not
+have to experience it again",You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,"Other people always seem to be in a better situation, although it might not be true",A
+Blood is thicker than water,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,"If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do","This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.",Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,A
+Don’t put all your eggs in one basket,Don’t risk everything on a single venture,Foolish people talk a lot.,Our destiny depends on God's will,"Different people have different needs and wants, and we should be respectful to them",Don’t risk everything on a single venture,A
+Enjoy it while it lasts,Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.",Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,A
+It’s no use crying over spilt milk,You shouldn’t be upset over something that has already happened,Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,"Always give an excuse when necessary, even if it's a poor one.","If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with",You shouldn’t be upset over something that has already happened,A
+Every dog has its day,everyone attains success at some point in their lives,Worrying about something does not solve the problem.,Delaying an action for too long is a waste of time.,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,everyone attains success at some point in their lives,A
+Each bird loves to hear himself sing,people often enjoy hearing themselves talk or express their own views,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,Necessity will make you find a solution.,you learn something new every day,people often enjoy hearing themselves talk or express their own views,A
+"You can lead a horse to the water, but you can’t make him drink it","You can advise someone or show them how to do something, but you can’t force them to accept or mak them do it.",What is “beautiful” is different for each person,A person can appear attractive in good clothes.,It is too late try to prevent something that has already happened,"You can advise someone or show them how to do something, but you can’t force them to accept or mak them do it.",A
+A bird in hand is worth two in the bush,Certainty of having something in hand is better than mere probability of having even more things.,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.",People often believe that a person is like his friends,"Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.",Certainty of having something in hand is better than mere probability of having even more things.,A
+A bad workman always blames his tools,This proverb is used when someone blames the quality of their equipment or other external factors when they perform a task poorly,"People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who
+are do things safely all the time",Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,"You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.",This proverb is used when someone blames the quality of their equipment or other external factors when they perform a task poorly,A
+Absence makes heart grow fonder,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times",This proverb is used when someone blames the quality of their equipment or other external factors when they perform a task poorly,you learn something new every day,Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times",A
+A cat has nine lives,Cat can survive seemingly fatal events,"You must begin something if you hope to finish it; something that takes a long
+time to finish begins with one step","If too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well",It’s difficult to attract customers without a pleasant persona,Cat can survive seemingly fatal events,A
+A diamond with a flaw is better than a common stone that is perfect,"A rare, precious opportunity that comes with some problems is better than a regular opportunity that seems to be perfect","When something is not allowed, we are more tempted to it.","We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.",People should not be judged by their appearance,"A rare, precious opportunity that comes with some problems is better than a regular opportunity that seems to be perfect",A
+A drowning man will clutch a straw,"When someone is in a difficult situation, s/he will take any available opportunity to come out of it.",The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,What is acquired without effort especially money is likely to be lost.,Hard work brings rewards.,"When someone is in a difficult situation, s/he will take any available opportunity to come out of it.",A
+A happy heart is better than a full purse,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,"When you make money quickly, it’s very easy to lose it quickly as well","We all want peace and happiness in life, and there are multiple ways of achieving this goal. However, many get so tunnel-focused that they fail to see paths other than their current job, which may ironically be hurting their pursuit of happiness. So, once in a while, take a step back and reflect.","Without involvement of at least two persons, a quarrel won’t happen. So, if one of the two persons decide, a quarrel won’t happen.",What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,A
+A jack of all trades is master of none,A person with some knowledge of several fields (jack of all trades) can’t be a master in any of them,"If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy","If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.","This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.",A person with some knowledge of several fields (jack of all trades) can’t be a master in any of them,A
+A lean agreement is better than a fat lawsuit,"In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",Health is more important than money,Necessity will make you find a solution.,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.","In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",A
+A leopard doesn’t change its spots,"People can’t change their innate character, especially bad",Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,People shouldn’t be subjected to discomfort beyond tolerance,Heaven is more kind to the weak.,"People can’t change their innate character, especially bad",A
+All is fair in love and war,One can break the rules of fair play under extenuating circumstances.,"Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.",Governments have far-reaching powers.,"If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.",One can break the rules of fair play under extenuating circumstances.,A
+All is well that ends well,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.","There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.","A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty",It’s easier to win people to your side by persuasion and politeness than by confrontation and threats.,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.",A
+All lay loads on a willing horse,"A person who says ‘yes’, even if hesitatingly, to any work given to him will soon find himself overloaded with work.",Choose the most opportune time to act.,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,Large successful operations can begin in a small way,"A person who says ‘yes’, even if hesitatingly, to any work given to him will soon find himself overloaded with work.",A
+"Among the blind, one-eyed man is king",An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,"If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,A
+An army of sheep led by a lion would defeat an army of lions led by a sheep,This proverb exemplifies importance of leadership. A strong army (lions) led by a weak leader (sheep) can lose to a weak army (sheep) led by a strong leader (lion).,"Prosperity and success come when a country, society, institution, or family stand united on issues and work together.",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,"People tend to circulate bad news very quickly (accidents, illness, etc.).",This proverb exemplifies importance of leadership. A strong army (lions) led by a weak leader (sheep) can lose to a weak army (sheep) led by a strong leader (lion).,A
+An empty vessel makes much noise,Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,"This is said about people or things
+that are not big, or tall, but instead
+have other positive qualities",Rumours are not baseless but have some truth in them.,there is nothing truly novel in existence; every new idea has some sort of precedent or echo from the past,Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,A
+An hour in the morning is worth two in the evening,"People are generally more productive in the morning: first, they’re fresh after night’s sleep; second, there are fewer distractions in the morning.",There is more than one way to reach the same goal.,Thoose with the most strength or power think they can do whatever they want.,"If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.","People are generally more productive in the morning: first, they’re fresh after night’s sleep; second, there are fewer distractions in the morning.",A
+An idle brain is devil’s workshop,"If you’ve nothing to do, you’ll likely think of mischief",All people are equal when they die.,The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,"If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.","If you’ve nothing to do, you’ll likely think of mischief",A
+An ounce of protection is worth a pound of cure,A little precaution before a crisis is better than lot of firefighting afterwards,A dead person cannot cause difficulties by revealing something that it would be preferable to conceal.,People who are stupid are very talkative.,Large successful operations can begin in a small way,A little precaution before a crisis is better than lot of firefighting afterwards,A
+"A ship in the harbor is safe, but that’s not what a ship is for",Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,What is acquired without effort especially money is likely to be lost.,It’s just as important to save money as it is to earn it.,Rules change depending on how powerful the person likely to be affected by the rules is.,Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,A
+Ask no questions and hear no lies,"Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies","If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.",Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.,What may seem to be junk to one person maybe valuable to another.,"Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies",A
+A thing begun is half done,A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it","If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.",A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,A
+A tree is known by its fruit,"Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)","A person who says ‘yes’, even if hesitatingly, to any work given to him will soon find himself overloaded with work.","If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,"Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)",A
+Barking dogs seldom bite,People who appear threatening rarely do harm,"Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they",The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,People who appear threatening rarely do harm,A
+Beauty is in the eye of beholder,What may seem beautiful to one person may not seem to another,"A person who says ‘yes’, even if hesitatingly, to any work given to him will soon find himself overloaded with work.","History is written by the victors, and they, naturally, glorify themselves",Do things in the easiest possible way,What may seem beautiful to one person may not seem to another,A
+Beauty is only skin deep,"A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance",It's better to have a brain than muscles.,People who appear threatening rarely do harm,"Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.","A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance",A
+Begin to weave and God will give the thread,"When taking up a task that has no playbook to follow, we plan a lot and think a lot but don’t act. In such pursuits, you can’t foresee everything in advance and lot of assumptions will come to naught.",Most valuable things are often free.,"Once something is done, it’s irreversible",You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,"When taking up a task that has no playbook to follow, we plan a lot and think a lot but don’t act. In such pursuits, you can’t foresee everything in advance and lot of assumptions will come to naught.",A
+"Be slow in choosing, but slower in changing","Choose things or people after diligence, but once you choose, stick for long",Someone who gets enough sleep and starts work early in the day will have a successful life,Everything ends; good times don’t last forever,Something cheap will be of suspect quality and will trouble you later in the form of higher maintenance and/or poor performance.,"Choose things or people after diligence, but once you choose, stick for long",A
+Best things in life are free,Most valuable things are often free.,It is hard to achieve something important without causing unpleasant effects,People shouldn’t be subjected to discomfort beyond tolerance,We tend to forget people or things that we do not see.,Most valuable things are often free.,A
+Better to be poor and healthy than rich and sick,Health is more important than money,"Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they","People are generally more productive in the morning: first, they’re fresh after night’s sleep; second, there are fewer distractions in the morning.",There is strength and safety in numbers compared individuals acting alone.,Health is more important than money,A
+Clothes do not make a man,A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,"If you keep contact with bad people, you get spoiled.","You must begin something if you hope to finish it; something that takes a long
+time to finish begins with one step",A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,A
+Cowards die many times before their death,Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,"At times, there is more value to holding one's tongue than using it.",Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it",Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,A
+Cross the stream where it is shallowest,Do things in the easiest possible way,Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,Manage to produce something good using poor material.,We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,Do things in the easiest possible way,A
+Curiosity killed the cat,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,A person's first duty is to help and care for his own family.,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.",It is not a crime to be poor.,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,A
+"Curses, like chickens, come home to roost",The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,"A reputation takes long to build, but can be quickly destroyed.",The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,A
+Different strokes for different folks,"Different people have different needs and wants, and we should be respectful to them","If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.","Great tasks take time, hard work and perseverance.","You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.","Different people have different needs and wants, and we should be respectful to them",A
+Discretion is the better part of valor,It is wise to be careful and not show unnecessary bravery,A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,"If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.",It is wise to be careful and not show unnecessary bravery,A
+Do as you would be done by,Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.,One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,"Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.",Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.,A
+Doctors make the worst patients,It’s difficult to advice a person on a matter in which he is an expert.,Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",It’s better to be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking to get more,It’s difficult to advice a person on a matter in which he is an expert.,A
+Don’t carry coals to Newcastle,"In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,Telling one lie will lead you to tell another one.,A bad parent does not raise good children,"In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",A
+Don’t cast pearls before swine,Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,"When we’re away from loved ones, we long for their company more than in normal times","In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,A
+Don’t cross the bridge till you come to it,Deal with a situation when it happens and not unnecessarily worry about it in advance.,If you have money you can make more money.,We think that we work the hardest. This is also called responsibility bias: People tend to overvalue their own contributions and undervalue contributions of others.,Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,Deal with a situation when it happens and not unnecessarily worry about it in advance.,A
+Don’t empty the water jar until the rain falls,"Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement",Thoose with the most strength or power think they can do whatever they want.,What you do is more important than what you say,"Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.","Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement",A
+Don’t kill the goose that lays golden eggs,"If you kill a goose that lays golden eggs, you destroy something that makes lot of money for you.",Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,"You can only judge the quality of something after you have tried, used, or experienced it.","If the love is shallow, people will find faults in each other.","If you kill a goose that lays golden eggs, you destroy something that makes lot of money for you.",A
+Don’t open a shop unless you know how to smile,It’s difficult to attract customers without a pleasant persona,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,"Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.",It’s difficult to attract customers without a pleasant persona,A
+Don’t think there are no crocodiles because the water is calm,Everything calm and peaceful doesn’t mean there are no dangers around.,"As long as the outcome is good, problems on the way don’t matter.","If you love someone, then you should love them as they come with their qualities, shortcomings, friends, family, and so on.",New governments have their own agendas.,Everything calm and peaceful doesn’t mean there are no dangers around.,A
+Don’t throw the baby with the bathwater,Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,Deal with a situation when it happens and not unnecessarily worry about it in advance.,What you do is more important than what you say,"If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,A
+Eagles don’t catch flies,"Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they","You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.","The more you know, the more powerful you can be in different areas of your
+life",Certainty of having something in hand is better than mere probability of having even more things.,"Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they",A
+Empty bags can’t stand upright,A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,"If you haven’t met or spoken to a friend or relative in long time, he’ll be forgotten. Such friendships eventually wither away or may just remain a distant acquaintance.",Do things in the easiest possible way,"If an opportunity is missed, there will be plenty more.",A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,A
+Every horse thinks its own pack is heaviest,We think that we work the hardest. This is also called responsibility bias: People tend to overvalue their own contributions and undervalue contributions of others.,A person can look impressive in smart clothes.,"You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it",People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,We think that we work the hardest. This is also called responsibility bias: People tend to overvalue their own contributions and undervalue contributions of others.,A
+Every tub must stand on its own bottom,We can’t hide incompetency behind teamwork. Everyone has to justify their expense.,You do me a favor and I will reciprocate.,"A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty","In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",We can’t hide incompetency behind teamwork. Everyone has to justify their expense.,A
+Fall seven times; stand up eight.,Be resilient and try despite failures. That’s how you succeed.,"Don’t ask questions which people can’t or don’t want to answer. If you ask such questions, you’ll hear only lies",Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,Be resilient and try despite failures. That’s how you succeed.,A
+Faults are thick where love is thin,"If the love is shallow, people will find faults in each other.",True friends are those who help in difficult times.,Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.,A single piece of evidence is not enough to prove anything.,"If the love is shallow, people will find faults in each other.",A
+"Flattery, like perfume, should be smelled but not swallowed","Enjoy the flattery you receive, but don’t believe it because people often flatter to meet their own selfish interests.",You will keep your friends if you avoid disputes over money.,Hard work brings rewards.,You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,"Enjoy the flattery you receive, but don’t believe it because people often flatter to meet their own selfish interests.",A
+Fools rush in where angels fear to tread,"Fools or inexperienced persons get involved in situations or pursue goals without much thought. In contrast, wise think through such situations or goals.",Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,"If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with",Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,"Fools or inexperienced persons get involved in situations or pursue goals without much thought. In contrast, wise think through such situations or goals.",A
+Fortune favors the brave,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",It’s better to be cautious than regret later,People can learn from their failures and be successful later on.,Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",A
+"For want of a nail the shoe is lost, for want of a shoe the horse is lost, for want of a horse the rider is lost","in insignificant nail resulted in the loss of the rider. Small things can have huge implications. So, don’t ignore nuances and minute details. They’re the ones that stand people out.","If you want to achieve the desired quality, work diligently and carefully and not cut corners.",A bad parent does not raise good children,Actions and decisions taken in moments of anger aren’t the best. They can bring great misery. Wait for your anger to pass and then act or decide,"in insignificant nail resulted in the loss of the rider. Small things can have huge implications. So, don’t ignore nuances and minute details. They’re the ones that stand people out.",A
+Get out while the going (getting) is good,Get out of a situation while it’s still easy to leave on good terms,The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,Governments have far-reaching powers.,What you have is better than what you might get,Get out of a situation while it’s still easy to leave on good terms,A
+Good bargains empty the purse,"Good bargains can be tempting and entice people into buying more than required, most of which can even go unused",Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.",Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,"Good bargains can be tempting and entice people into buying more than required, most of which can even go unused",A
+Good swimmers are often drowned,Overconfidence can doom even the competent,True love goes through ups and downs,A change in routine is often as refreshing as a break or a holiday.,An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.,Overconfidence can doom even the competent,A
+Good wine needs no bush,A good product doesn’t need promotion; it spreads through word of mouth,A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,It is hard to achieve something important without causing unpleasant effects,A good product doesn’t need promotion; it spreads through word of mouth,A
+Grief divided is made lighter,"If you share your grief, it’ll get easier to bear",We cannot assume anything is ours until we actually get it.,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.","If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.","If you share your grief, it’ll get easier to bear",A
+Half a loaf is better than none,We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,It’s just as important to save money as it is to earn it.,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,A
+Home is where the heart is,"Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.",Be resilient and try despite failures. That’s how you succeed.,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,You will keep your friends if you avoid disputes over money.,"Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.",A
+"Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst","Be optimistic, but be prepared for a scenario where things can go wrong",People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,What you cannot have is what is always the most desirable.,"Be optimistic, but be prepared for a scenario where things can go wrong",A
+"If wishes were horses, beggars would ride","If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want","People can’t change their innate character, especially bad","Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,"If things were to happen by just wishing them, even the poorest will have everything they want",A
+"If you are patient in a moment of anger, you will escape hundred days of sorrow",Actions and decisions taken in moments of anger aren’t the best. They can bring great misery. Wait for your anger to pass and then act or decide,Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,"If you are patient, good things can happen",Effort is necessary to keep a friendship alive.,Actions and decisions taken in moments of anger aren’t the best. They can bring great misery. Wait for your anger to pass and then act or decide,A
+" If you buy cheaply, you pay dearly",Something cheap will be of suspect quality and will trouble you later in the form of higher maintenance and/or poor performance.,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,A bad parent does not raise good children,People often believe that a person is like his friends,Something cheap will be of suspect quality and will trouble you later in the form of higher maintenance and/or poor performance.,A
+"If you can’t beat them, join them","If you can’t beat your opponent, then work alongside them for mutual benefit.",Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,"Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",What you do is more important than what you say,"If you can’t beat your opponent, then work alongside them for mutual benefit.",A
+"If you want peace, prepare for war","If you utilize the peace time to get better at war, your adversaries will hesitate in waging a war on you, and hence the time of peace will stretch.","Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement","If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with","Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.","If you utilize the peace time to get better at war, your adversaries will hesitate in waging a war on you, and hence the time of peace will stretch.",A
+"If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together","Working with others may be somewhat slow compared to solo work, but you’ll need to collaborate if you want long-term success because you can’t do everything yourself","People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who
+are do things safely all the time",Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,"Working with others may be somewhat slow compared to solo work, but you’ll need to collaborate if you want long-term success because you can’t do everything yourself",A
+Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,Words of flattery may not be sincere. But action (imitation) is sincere. Who wouldn’t be flattered if someone imitates them in some way?,"Great tasks take time, hard work and perseverance.",Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,"If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",Words of flattery may not be sincere. But action (imitation) is sincere. Who wouldn’t be flattered if someone imitates them in some way?,A
+It’s better to be safe than sorry,It’s better to be cautious than regret later,Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,"In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.","Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",It’s better to be cautious than regret later,A
+It’s better to lose the battle and win the war,It’s fine to lose small things if it helps you win the big pie,A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,"In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome","Working with others may be somewhat slow compared to solo work, but you’ll need to collaborate if you want long-term success because you can’t do everything yourself",It’s fine to lose small things if it helps you win the big pie,A
+"It is easy to find a thousand soldiers, but hard to find a good general",Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,"If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.","Whatever our age and however much we know, we can still increase our knowledge.",Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,A
+It’s never too late to mend,It’s never too late to change course or make amends for a past mistake. Don’t let your ego come in between,Don’t be afraid of people that always threaten you as they rarely take action,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,"History is written by the victors, and they, naturally, glorify themselves",It’s never too late to change course or make amends for a past mistake. Don’t let your ego come in between,A
+"It is part of a good shepherd to shear his flock, not to skin it",People shouldn’t be subjected to discomfort beyond tolerance,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.","If something takes time to do, it doesn’t help to constantly check on it. You just
+have to give it time.",One must behave in the same way as one advises others to behave.,People shouldn’t be subjected to discomfort beyond tolerance,A
+It takes a village to raise a child,It takes an entire community to raise children in safe and nourishing environment,An image can tell a story better than words,People who appear threatening rarely do harm,Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,It takes an entire community to raise children in safe and nourishing environment,A
+It takes two to make a quarrel,"Without involvement of at least two persons, a quarrel won’t happen. So, if one of the two persons decide, a quarrel won’t happen.","In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,"Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.","Without involvement of at least two persons, a quarrel won’t happen. So, if one of the two persons decide, a quarrel won’t happen.",A
+Justice delayed is justice denied,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",Experiencing different things makes living interesting and prevents boredom.,People should not be judged by their appearance,"There rarely are completely free offers; they come attached with hooks. So, beware of such offers.","In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",A
+Kind words will unlock an iron door,"If you talk politely, people are more amenable to your suggestions and ask.","If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.",Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,Don't complain if you can't enforce your point of view.,"If you talk politely, people are more amenable to your suggestions and ask.",A
+Kings have long arms,Governments have far-reaching powers.,Rules change depending on how powerful the person likely to be affected by the rules is.,Don’t wait to do something. Do it now.,A moderate amount is sufficient.,Governments have far-reaching powers.,A
+Learn to walk before you run,Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",Fools and persons with shallow knowledge often talk a lot.,Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,A
+"Least said, soonest mended","When you fall out with someone, restrain yourself from using foul, upsetting language. Words can leave a lasting impression and make it difficult to reconcile.",It is too late to change one's mind after performing an action.,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,"When you fall out with someone, restrain yourself from using foul, upsetting language. Words can leave a lasting impression and make it difficult to reconcile.",A
+Lend your money and lose your friend.,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.",An unpleasant experience is not forgotten and teaches caution.,What you do is more important than what you say,It’s easier to do something as a team than by yourself,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.",A
+Let sleeping dogs lie,Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,With greatness and power comes a lot of responsibility.,Large successful operations can begin in a small way,One must adapt to one's surroundings.,Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,A
+Lightning never strikes twice in the same place,Misfortune does not occur twice in the same way to the same person.,Everything ends; good times don’t last forever,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,"If you’re trying to convince someone of something, words and ideas are stronger than using physical force (common in politics)",Misfortune does not occur twice in the same way to the same person.,A
+"Like people, like priest","Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.","If you have a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, a good night’s sleep will work wonders",A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems","Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.",A
+"Long absent, soon forgotten","If you haven’t met or spoken to a friend or relative in long time, he’ll be forgotten. Such friendships eventually wither away or may just remain a distant acquaintance.","What is suggested sounds easy, but it is more difficult to actually do it.",It is natural for all of us to make mistakes.,"Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.","If you haven’t met or spoken to a friend or relative in long time, he’ll be forgotten. Such friendships eventually wither away or may just remain a distant acquaintance.",A
+ Look before you leap,"Consider all consequences before taking an action, especially when you can’t retract.","Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,people often enjoy hearing themselves talk or express their own views,"Consider all consequences before taking an action, especially when you can’t retract.",A
+"Love me, love my dog","If you love someone, then you should love them as they come with their qualities, shortcomings, friends, family, and so on.",Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,"Foul, inconsiderate words can cause more pain than a physical attack.","One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.","If you love someone, then you should love them as they come with their qualities, shortcomings, friends, family, and so on.",A
+Make hay while the sun shines,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,"Protesting against a government or a large organization is unlike protesting against individuals. An organization can use its deep pockets and power to take you on for decades together, and it wouldn’t bother anyone in that organization because individuals there don’t suffer financially or otherwise. In contrast, the protesters suffer individually. That’s why it’s not easy for individuals to slug it out against organizations and governments.",You shouldn’t criticize others when you have similar faults of your own,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,A
+"Make yourself all honey and the flies will devour you
+","If you’re a yes-man and often talk sweet language to please others, people won’t respect you.","The more you know, the more powerful you can be",The written word has more power to cause change than physical force.,A thought expressed in writing (perhaps published in a newspaper) can influence a large number of people.,"If you’re a yes-man and often talk sweet language to please others, people won’t respect you.",A
+Money doesn’t grow on trees,Spend money carefully because it’s limited. You can’t grow it on trees and replenish.,It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,"If someone whom I don’t like doesn’t like someone else whom I don’t like, we
+can act like friends and unite against the other person (common in war)",People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,Spend money carefully because it’s limited. You can’t grow it on trees and replenish.,A
+Money talks,Money gives one power and influence,One who arrives first has the best chance for success,"If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.",Behave the way you encourage others to behave,Money gives one power and influence,A
+More die of food than famine,More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,"Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)",Do not judge solely by looks because appearances are deceptive.,"If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.",More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,A
+Murder will out,Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,"If too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well","Other people always seem to be in a better situation, although it might not be true",We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,Secrets rarely remain secret. They’ll eventually come out and be known to all,A
+Necessity is the mother of invention,A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,It’s better to be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking to get more,"Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.",A need or problem forces people to come up with innovative solutions,A
+"Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today
+",Don’t delay doing something if you can do it immediately,"The more you know, the more powerful you can be","If you’re testing the depth of water with both feet down, you risk being drowned if the water turns out to be deep. But if you test with one foot, you can pull away. The proverb means that before going whole hog into something unknown, assess the risk well.","If you’re a yes-man and often talk sweet language to please others, people won’t respect you.",Don’t delay doing something if you can do it immediately,A
+Never test the depth of water with both feet,"If you’re testing the depth of water with both feet down, you risk being drowned if the water turns out to be deep. But if you test with one foot, you can pull away. The proverb means that before going whole hog into something unknown, assess the risk well.",Treat others like the way you would like to be treated.,"It’s good to be clean. God is clean, and you should be too.","Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.","If you’re testing the depth of water with both feet down, you risk being drowned if the water turns out to be deep. But if you test with one foot, you can pull away. The proverb means that before going whole hog into something unknown, assess the risk well.",A
+Night brings counsel,"If you have a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, a good night’s sleep will work wonders",A person's first duty is to help and care for his own family.,Don’t talk about a bad situation people have forgotten and that could unnecessarily create problem in the present,A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,"If you have a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, a good night’s sleep will work wonders",A
+Oaks may fall when reeds stand the storm,Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,Thinking and writing have more influence on people and events than use of force.,"At times, there is more value to holding one's tongue than using it.",Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,A
+Once bitten twice shy,A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,Fear makes you do things faster than would normally seem possible.,A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,A
+One man’s junk is another man’s treasure,What may seem to be junk to one person maybe valuable to another.,"If you can’t change someone’s behavior or opinion, sometimes it’s better or
+easier to do what they want to do",Why take the trouble of investing in a cow and then maintaining it when you can simply buy milk far cheaply? You should avoid buying unnecessary assets when you can do with far cheaper options.,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,What may seem to be junk to one person maybe valuable to another.,A
+Pen is mightier than sword,Thinking and writing have more influence on people and events than use of force.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems","Don’t make someone angry or hurt someone who is helping you or paying for
+you",It’s fine to lose small things if it helps you win the big pie,Thinking and writing have more influence on people and events than use of force.,A
+People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones at others.,People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,"There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.",A good start to a task leads to its easy and successful completion.,Necessity will make you find a solution.,People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,A
+Persuasion is better than force,You can achieve better results through persuasion than through coercion.,Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,It is wise to be careful and not show unnecessary bravery,You can achieve better results through persuasion than through coercion.,A
+Politeness costs little but yields much.,"Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.",Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,Governments have far-reaching powers.,"If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.","Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.",A
+Practice what you preach,Behave the way you encourage others to behave,"If one is careful with things especially money, one will not lack them when needed.","A person who says ‘yes’, even if hesitatingly, to any work given to him will soon find himself overloaded with work.",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,Behave the way you encourage others to behave,A
+Rich man’s joke is always funny,People agree with and flatter rich people to be in good books with them.,"The law is same for both, but the rich, through their abundant resources, can get favourable decisions by influencing decision makers, hiring the best lawyers, and delaying the case if it suits them, among several measures at their command.",everyone attains success at some point in their lives,"No one is truly capable of living alone. We need human connection to be
+healthy",People agree with and flatter rich people to be in good books with them.,A
+Shrouds have no pockets,"We arrived in this world without anything, and we’ll leave without anything.",Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,Don’t criticize someone if you’re not perfect either; don’t be a hyprocrite,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,"We arrived in this world without anything, and we’ll leave without anything.",A
+Silence is half consent,"If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.","This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.","The more you know, the more powerful you can be in different areas of your
+life",Just a single bad person can have a negative influence on all others.,"If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.",A
+Slow and steady wins the race,Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,"If you are patient, good things can happen",A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,Along with brilliance goes a lot of hard work,Slow and consistent work leads to better chance of success than quick work in spurts.,A
+Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors.,"If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.","Other people always seem to be in a better situation, although it might not be true",A moderate amount is sufficient.,Always do things in the right order.,"If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.",A
+Still water runs deep,"If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,"If you get involved in something dangerous or beyond your abilities, you will
+probably experience negative consequences","If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",A
+The course of true love never did run smooth,True love goes through ups and downs,Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,There is too little of what we want and too much of what we don't want.,Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.,True love goes through ups and downs,A
+The family that (eats) prays together stays together.,The family that gets together regularly to pray or eat is more close-knit than the family that doesn’t.,Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,"Enjoy the flattery you receive, but don’t believe it because people often flatter to meet their own selfish interests.","Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.",The family that gets together regularly to pray or eat is more close-knit than the family that doesn’t.,A
+The grass is greener on the other side of fence,People are never satisfied with their own situation; they always think others have it better.,"Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement",What you cannot have is what is always the most desirable.,Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,People are never satisfied with their own situation; they always think others have it better.,A
+"The harder you work, the luckier you get","The harder you work, the more ideas and chances you may make for yourself.","Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.","If one is determined, one will find a path to success.",A person who knows the tricks of the trade is best equipped to do the job.,"The harder you work, the more ideas and chances you may make for yourself.",A
+The higher the monkey climbs the more he shows his tail.,"The higher an incompetent person rises in an organization, the more his incompetence is exposed",Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,People who are stupid are very talkative.,A person's manners reveal their origins.,"The higher an incompetent person rises in an organization, the more his incompetence is exposed",A
+The highest branch is not the safest roost,"Those in the highest positions can be vulnerable as many aspire to replace them. Second, if the person is replaced, it’s not easy to find a similar position because of paucity of roles at the top.","If something takes time to do, it doesn’t help to constantly check on it. You just
+have to give it time.","If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",What is “beautiful” is different for each person,"Those in the highest positions can be vulnerable as many aspire to replace them. Second, if the person is replaced, it’s not easy to find a similar position because of paucity of roles at the top.",A
+The longest way around is the shortest way home,"If you want to achieve the desired quality, work diligently and carefully and not cut corners.",A person can look impressive in smart clothes.,"If too many people are involved in a task or activity, it will not be done well","This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.","If you want to achieve the desired quality, work diligently and carefully and not cut corners.",A
+The nail that sticks out gets hammered down,"If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.","A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty","If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you","This is said about people or things
+that are not big, or tall, but instead
+have other positive qualities","If you deviate from the norm, you’ll face resistance, even hostile reaction in extreme case.",A
+The only free cheese is in the mousetrap,"There rarely are completely free offers; they come attached with hooks. So, beware of such offers.","Those in the highest positions can be vulnerable as many aspire to replace them. Second, if the person is replaced, it’s not easy to find a similar position because of paucity of roles at the top.",Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,"A quiet person can have much knowledge or ability, and should not be underestimated.","There rarely are completely free offers; they come attached with hooks. So, beware of such offers.",A
+The proof of pudding is in eating,"You can only judge the quality of something after you have tried, used, or experienced it.",A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,There is too little of what we want and too much of what we don't want.,Nothing is achieved without effort.,"You can only judge the quality of something after you have tried, used, or experienced it.",A
+"There are many paths to the top of the mountain, but the view is always the same","We all want peace and happiness in life, and there are multiple ways of achieving this goal. However, many get so tunnel-focused that they fail to see paths other than their current job, which may ironically be hurting their pursuit of happiness. So, once in a while, take a step back and reflect.",It’s difficult to attract customers without a pleasant persona,Challenges and hardships are opportunities for personal growth,Success comes to those who have the courage to try.,"We all want peace and happiness in life, and there are multiple ways of achieving this goal. However, many get so tunnel-focused that they fail to see paths other than their current job, which may ironically be hurting their pursuit of happiness. So, once in a while, take a step back and reflect.",A
+There are more ways than one to skin a cat,There is more than one way to reach the same goal.,One who treats others well will be treated well in return.,Don’t delay doing something if you can do it immediately,What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.,There is more than one way to reach the same goal.,A
+There is truth in wine,"People when drunk speak truth, often unwittingly",More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,it was just asmuch your fault as it was mine,What you have is better than what you might get,"People when drunk speak truth, often unwittingly",A
+The road to hell is paved with good intentions,Good intention doesn’t not matter if a person’s actions lead to bad outcomes.,A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,Anybody or anything no longer seen is soon forgotten.,Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,Good intention doesn’t not matter if a person’s actions lead to bad outcomes.,A
+"The tongue is but three inches long, yet it can kill a man six feet tall.","We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.","In the past, Newcastle was known for its coal mines. Coal was mined here and taken to other parts of England. So, if you carry coal to Newcastle, you’re doing unnecessary work.",Wisdom and maturity come with age. Young people lack common sense.,An image can tell a story better than words,"We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.",A
+"To know the road ahead, ask those coming back","Many take up a job or project they later hate, wasting precious years. This can be avoided if you ask few who’ve undertaken the same job or project about their experience.",If you start something badly the result will be unsatisfactory.,Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,"We arrived in this world without anything, and we’ll leave without anything.","Many take up a job or project they later hate, wasting precious years. This can be avoided if you ask few who’ve undertaken the same job or project about their experience.",A
+What can you expect from a pig but a grunt?,What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,"Other people always seem to be in a better situation, although it might not be true","If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.","If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,A
+"When a twig grows hard, it is difficult to twist it","A person can be moulded when young but not when he has grown up. So, one should inculcate good values in children while they’re still young.",A good beginning makes it easier to accomplish rest of the project,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,"A person can be moulded when young but not when he has grown up. So, one should inculcate good values in children while they’re still young.",A
+"Where there’s will, there’s way","If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.","In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.","A Native American proverb. It’s paramount to save the environment. We’re already seeing the adverse effect, which seem to intensify every year, of untold exploitation of nature.",Sometimes it’s better to keep quiet,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",A
+"While the cat is away, the mice will play","Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",Don’t offer something valuable to someone who doesn’t value it,"People who wake up early or who get to places early have a better chance of
+success",A person’s character can’t be judged by his/her clothing and outward appearance,"Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",A
+Why buy a cow when milk is so cheap?,Why take the trouble of investing in a cow and then maintaining it when you can simply buy milk far cheaply? You should avoid buying unnecessary assets when you can do with far cheaper options.,usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,Why take the trouble of investing in a cow and then maintaining it when you can simply buy milk far cheaply? You should avoid buying unnecessary assets when you can do with far cheaper options.,A
+Why keep a dog and bark yourself?,"Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",A thing can be assessed only after practically experiencing it.,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,"People can’t change their innate character, especially bad","Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",A
+"Words must be weighed, not counted",Word count doesn’t matter. What matters is how effective they’re.,Trying to obtain everything will often result in gaining nothing.,The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,Word count doesn’t matter. What matters is how effective they’re.,A
+You can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar,It’s easier to win people to your side by persuasion and politeness than by confrontation and threats.,It is better to take precautions than to regret later,An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",It’s easier to win people to your side by persuasion and politeness than by confrontation and threats.,A
+"You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink","You can show people the way to do things, but you can’t force them to act.","The more you know, the more powerful you can be",The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,True friends are those who help in difficult times.,"You can show people the way to do things, but you can’t force them to act.",A
+You can’t have your cake and eat it too,"If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously",What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,"If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously",A
+You can’t make an omelet without breaking eggs.,It is hard to achieve something important without causing unpleasant effects,"In disputes, it’s better to compromise and get only part of the potential outcome than to contest an expensive lawsuit for years, with no guarantee on the outcome",A person who knows the tricks of the trade is best equipped to do the job.,A person can appear attractive in good clothes.,It is hard to achieve something important without causing unpleasant effects,A
+You can’t teach an old dog new tricks,People who have long been used to doing things in a particular way will not abandon their habits to learn something new.,Always do things in the right order.,"One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.",You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,People who have long been used to doing things in a particular way will not abandon their habits to learn something new.,A
+You do not fatten a pig by weighing it,"This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.",New governments have their own agendas.,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.","This proverb is quoted by opponents of too much testing. Weighing a pig won’t fatten it. Altering its diet would. Similarly, testing kids in school multiple times won’t improve their performance in a particular subject. What’s required is an elaborate system to work on students’ weak areas.",A
+"You show me the man, and I’ll show you the rule",Rules change depending on how powerful the person likely to be affected by the rules is.,"If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.","Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.",We tend to forget people or things that we do not see.,Rules change depending on how powerful the person likely to be affected by the rules is.,A
+Hunger drives the wolf out of the wood,"Like hunger forces the wolf out of the wood to seek food elsewhere, necessity forces poor to take up unpleasant tasks, sometimes in violation of law",People who have some shortcomings shouldn’t criticize others for having the same shortcomings.,"Without risks, there are no rewards.",Misfortune does not occur twice in the same way to the same person.,"Like hunger forces the wolf out of the wood to seek food elsewhere, necessity forces poor to take up unpleasant tasks, sometimes in violation of law",A
+A house divided cannot stand,"Prosperity and success come when a country, society, institution, or family stand united on issues and work together.",Always do things in the right order.,"Don’t quit something, say a job, before securing its replacement","For community work, everyone should take responsibility and contribute whatever little they can. Small contributions by many can accomplish mammoth tasks such as cleaning an entire city.","Prosperity and success come when a country, society, institution, or family stand united on issues and work together.",A
+"Until the lions produce their own historian, the story of the hunt will glorify only the hunter","History is written by the victors, and they, naturally, glorify themselves","Said when a son is similar to his father; also, “Like mother, like daughter”","Unalloyed happiness is impossible, because joy and sorrow go together.",Admitting one's mistake or fault is the first step towards making amends.,"History is written by the victors, and they, naturally, glorify themselves",A
+The fish always stinks from the head downwards,"A dead fish starts rotting from head downwards. Similarly, in any organization or country, the rot sets in from the top. If the leadership is defunct, corrupt, and self-centred, implications will soon spread to the entire organization.",Foolish people copy others.,If you have money you can make more money.,"If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.","A dead fish starts rotting from head downwards. Similarly, in any organization or country, the rot sets in from the top. If the leadership is defunct, corrupt, and self-centred, implications will soon spread to the entire organization.",A
+"If every man would sweep his own doorsteps, the city would soon be clean","For community work, everyone should take responsibility and contribute whatever little they can. Small contributions by many can accomplish mammoth tasks such as cleaning an entire city.",You shouldn’t be upset over something that has already happened,"When a situation becomes difficult, strong people don’t give up; they work
+harder",Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,"For community work, everyone should take responsibility and contribute whatever little they can. Small contributions by many can accomplish mammoth tasks such as cleaning an entire city.",A
+Corporations have neither bodies to be punished nor souls to be damned,"Protesting against a government or a large organization is unlike protesting against individuals. An organization can use its deep pockets and power to take you on for decades together, and it wouldn’t bother anyone in that organization because individuals there don’t suffer financially or otherwise. In contrast, the protesters suffer individually. That’s why it’s not easy for individuals to slug it out against organizations and governments.","Be reliable: think carefully before making a promise, then keep it.","If you have your cake and eat it too, you get two things that are normally impossible to get simultaneously","There is no room for complacency. Get down to work after a victory. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, calls it Day 0 mentality.","Protesting against a government or a large organization is unlike protesting against individuals. An organization can use its deep pockets and power to take you on for decades together, and it wouldn’t bother anyone in that organization because individuals there don’t suffer financially or otherwise. In contrast, the protesters suffer individually. That’s why it’s not easy for individuals to slug it out against organizations and governments.",A
+"When the last tree is cut down, the last fish eaten, and the last stream poisoned, you will realize that you cannot eat money","A Native American proverb. It’s paramount to save the environment. We’re already seeing the adverse effect, which seem to intensify every year, of untold exploitation of nature.",Pain or grief diminish or disappear with the passage of time.,Foolish people talk a lot.,People abandon a failing enterprise when problems develop.,"A Native American proverb. It’s paramount to save the environment. We’re already seeing the adverse effect, which seem to intensify every year, of untold exploitation of nature.",A
+"New lords, new laws",New governments have their own agendas.,"One should be thankful for whatever one gets, considering one may otherwise get nothing.",It’s difficult to attract customers without a pleasant persona,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,New governments have their own agendas.,A
+A penny saved is a penny earned,It’s just as important to save money as it is to earn it.,Necessity will make you find a solution.,One must not miss opportunities by delaying action.,It’s better to be content with what you have than to risk losing everything by seeking to get more,It’s just as important to save money as it is to earn it.,A
+A bad excuse is better than none,"Always give an excuse when necessary, even if it's a poor one.",Evil thoughts come to us easily when we are idle,One must adapt to one's surroundings.,The consequence of wrongdoings always catches up with the wrongdoer,"Always give an excuse when necessary, even if it's a poor one.",A
+A bad penny always turns up,An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.,"If someone is your enemy, treat them like a friend so you can be ready if they
+ever try to betray you",Do things in the easiest possible way,Don’t depend on someone else to do a good job; do it yourself,An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.,A
+A bad tree does not yield good apples,A bad parent does not raise good children,Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,This is said in jest when a person we have been talking about meets us.,People agree with and flatter rich people to be in good books with them.,A bad parent does not raise good children,A
+A bad workman blames his tools.,Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill,"A twist on the early bird proverb, emphasizing the risks of being too hasty","People who are brave and who take risks are more successful than people who
+are do things safely all the time",What’s the use of money if you’re unhappy despite loads of it? Happiness is better than plenty.,Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill,A
+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.,What is “beautiful” is different for each person,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",It's better to have a brain than muscles.,It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,A
+A black plum is as sweet as a white,People should not be judged by their appearance,"If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor",Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,People should not be judged by their appearance,A
+A book holds a house of gold,There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,"If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.",Your home is the most comfortable place in the world,There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,A
+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.,People who are stupid are very talkative.,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",True friends are those who help in difficult times.,Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before.,A
+A burden of one's own choice is not felt.,Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.,"A quiet person can have much knowledge or ability, and should not be underestimated.",You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,"Whatever our age and however much we know, we can still increase our knowledge.",Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily.,A
+A burnt child dreads the fire.,A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,Choose the most opportune time to act.,Most valuable things are often free.,"Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.",A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,A
+A calm sea does not make a skilled sailor,A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.",Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise.,A
+A chain is no stronger than its weakest link,The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,Even someone who never complains will react to an intolerable situation.,Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,A
+A change is as good as a rest,A change in routine is often as refreshing as a break or a holiday.,Hard work produces the best results.,"People are generally more productive in the morning: first, they’re fresh after night’s sleep; second, there are fewer distractions in the morning.",We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,A change in routine is often as refreshing as a break or a holiday.,A
+A constant guest is never welcome.,"If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you",The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,"The law is same for both, but the rich, through their abundant resources, can get favourable decisions by influencing decision makers, hiring the best lawyers, and delaying the case if it suits them, among several measures at their command.","If you come to visit too often, your host will be less pleased to see you",A
+A danger foreseen is half avoided,"If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,Too much of a hurry leads to mistakes and loss of productivity.,An image can tell a story better than words,"If you are prepared to face a problem or difficulty, it will be easier to deal with",A
+A day of sorrow is longer than a month of joy.,Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,a person's past wrongdoings will return to negatively affect them,Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,"Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,A
+A drop of ink may make a million think.,A thought expressed in writing (perhaps published in a newspaper) can influence a large number of people.,There is hope even in difficult situations.,It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,"If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",A thought expressed in writing (perhaps published in a newspaper) can influence a large number of people.,A
+A fault confessed is half redressed,Admitting one's mistake or fault is the first step towards making amends.,It is not a crime to be poor.,Governments have far-reaching powers.,We cannot assume anything is ours until we actually get it.,Admitting one's mistake or fault is the first step towards making amends.,A
+A flower blooms more than once,"If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.",People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"One should be thankful for whatever one gets, considering one may otherwise get nothing.",Anybody or anything no longer seen is soon forgotten.,"If you miss an occasion, you can avail yourself of it another time.",A
+Bad beginnings lead to bad results,If you start something badly the result will be unsatisfactory.,It is not a crime to be poor.,"If you keep contact with bad people, you get spoiled.",Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,If you start something badly the result will be unsatisfactory.,A
+Bad news travels fast.,"People tend to circulate bad news very quickly (accidents, illness, etc.).","Trying to get revenge on someone who has hurt you will only make things
+worse",Nothing great lasts forever,"If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy","People tend to circulate bad news very quickly (accidents, illness, etc.).",A
+"Be slow to promise, quick to fulfil","Be reliable: think carefully before making a promise, then keep it.",Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems",Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,"Be reliable: think carefully before making a promise, then keep it.",A
+Better brain than brawn,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,"What is suggested sounds easy, but it is more difficult to actually do it.",It is a desire that gives birth to a belief.,Family relationships are always stronger than other relationships,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,A
+Better an egg today than a hen tomorrow,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,"A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance",It is better to take precautions than to regret later,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,A
+Care is no cure,Worrying about something does not solve the problem.,It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,Rules change depending on how powerful the person likely to be affected by the rules is.,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,Worrying about something does not solve the problem.,A
+Charity begins at home,A person's first duty is to help and care for his own family.,It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,"If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.",Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,A person's first duty is to help and care for his own family.,A
+Children and fools tell the truth,Neither children nor fools know that it is sometimes advantageous to lie.,An image can tell a story better than words,Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,"We should avoid foul, inconsiderate language because it can leave lasting scars and dent relationships forever.",Neither children nor fools know that it is sometimes advantageous to lie.,A
+"Clear moon, frost soon","If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.","Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.","Failure should not discourage us, for some other opportunity always exists.","If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.","If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.",A
+Clothes don't make the man,Appearances can be deceiving.,Don’t expect a positive result before you actually see it,Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.,"If you talk politely, people are more amenable to your suggestions and ask.",Appearances can be deceiving.,A
+Courtesy is contagious,"If you are polite to other people, they will be polite to you.","One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.","If a person doesn’t speak much, it doesn’t mean they lack depth or are uninteresting.",The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,"If you are polite to other people, they will be polite to you.",A
+No cure no pay,"If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,The strength of a group depends on each individual member.,Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,"If the results promised are not produced, there will be no payment.",A
+Dead men tell no lies,A dead person cannot cause difficulties by revealing something that it would be preferable to conceal.,New governments have their own agendas.,"Teaching fishing, a skill, is far more important than merely handing doles (fish, here) to people. It serves an important reminder to our educational institutions, especially higher education, where majority of graduates are churned out without marketable skills. Most animals, in contrast, teach only the most essential skills – finding food and escaping predators – to their young ones. Nothing superfluous there.","If you don’t object to what someone says or does, you may be assumed to agree to some extent.",A dead person cannot cause difficulties by revealing something that it would be preferable to conceal.,A
+Death is the great leveller,All people are equal when they die.,"If one is determined, one will find a path to success.","If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.",Large successful operations can begin in a small way,All people are equal when they die.,A
+Diamonds cut diamonds,Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,Spend money carefully because it’s limited. You can’t grow it on trees and replenish.,"The harder you work, the more ideas and chances you may make for yourself.",It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,A
+Diligence is the mother of good fortune.,Hard work brings rewards.,It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.,"Choose things or people after diligence, but once you choose, stick for long","Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they",Hard work brings rewards.,A
+Don't bark if you can't bite,Don't complain if you can't enforce your point of view.,Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.","Eagles catch bigger prey than flies, don’t they? Don’t take trivial matters to senior leaders in your organization. You have to resolve them, not they",Don't complain if you can't enforce your point of view.,A
+Dogs of the same street bark alike.,People of the same background have the same behaviour.,"If you love someone, then you should love them as they come with their qualities, shortcomings, friends, family, and so on.","When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",It is too late try to prevent something that has already happened,People of the same background have the same behaviour.,A
+Easier said than done.,"What is suggested sounds easy, but it is more difficult to actually do it.",Don’t discard something valuable while getting rid of something worthless.,"Like a tree is known by the fruit it bears, people are known by their character and actions (and not by their appearance)","You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.","What is suggested sounds easy, but it is more difficult to actually do it.",A
+Elbow grease is the best polish,Hard work produces the best results.,A poor or hungry person cannot discharge his duties well.,"When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.",Don’t complain if you don’t get what you want,Hard work produces the best results.,A
+Empty vessels make the most noise,The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,"Protesting against a government or a large organization is unlike protesting against individuals. An organization can use its deep pockets and power to take you on for decades together, and it wouldn’t bother anyone in that organization because individuals there don’t suffer financially or otherwise. In contrast, the protesters suffer individually. That’s why it’s not easy for individuals to slug it out against organizations and governments.","Working with others may be somewhat slow compared to solo work, but you’ll need to collaborate if you want long-term success because you can’t do everything yourself","If you have a difficult problem to solve or an important decision to make, a good night’s sleep will work wonders",The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,A
+Enough is as good as a feast.,A moderate amount is sufficient.,"If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.",It is wise not to disturb things at times lest you invite trouble.,Success comes to those who have the courage to try.,A moderate amount is sufficient.,A
+Even a worm will turn.,Even someone who never complains will react to an intolerable situation.,All of us have a favorable period.,Make the best of a moment since it won’t last forever,It’s fine to lose small things if it helps you win the big pie,Even someone who never complains will react to an intolerable situation.,A
+Every man has his price,Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,"Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.","Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.",You shouldn’t be upset over something that has already happened,Everyone's loyalty can be bought for a price.,A
+Failure teaches success,People can learn from their failures and be successful later on.,Trying to obtain everything will often result in gaining nothing.,Get out of your comfort zone to grow and fulfill your potential,You cannot help an unwilling person beyond a certain point.,People can learn from their failures and be successful later on.,A
+Fear lends wings,Fear makes you do things faster than would normally seem possible.,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,Leaders are not easy to find. Retain them at whatever price it takes if you’ve them.,Fear makes you do things faster than would normally seem possible.,A
+Forbidden fruit is sweet,What you cannot have is what is always the most desirable.,A little precaution before a crisis is better than lot of firefighting afterwards,"If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.",Savings in small amounts will eventually lead to a large total.,What you cannot have is what is always the most desirable.,A
+"Friendship is like money, easier made than kept.",Effort is necessary to keep a friendship alive.,The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,It’s never too late to change course or make amends for a past mistake. Don’t let your ego come in between,Effort is necessary to keep a friendship alive.,A
+Friendship is love with understanding,A friend is more tolerant than a lover/partner/spouse.,Don’t expect a positive result before you actually see it,Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,A friend is more tolerant than a lover/partner/spouse.,A
+Gardens are not made by sitting in the shade,Nothing is achieved without effort.,Learn basic skills first before venturing into complex things,You can achieve better results through persuasion than through coercion.,"Without involvement of at least two persons, a quarrel won’t happen. So, if one of the two persons decide, a quarrel won’t happen.",Nothing is achieved without effort.,A
+Good accounting makes good friends.,You will keep your friends if you avoid disputes over money.,We must not hold against someone a thing of the past.,Giving enough space to each other help maintain a good relationship.,Friendships can be rebuilt after a dispute but will never be as strong as before.,You will keep your friends if you avoid disputes over money.,A
+"Grasp all, lose all",Trying to obtain everything will often result in gaining nothing.,Don’t put all of your hopes and resources into one goal or dream,"If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor",Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,Trying to obtain everything will often result in gaining nothing.,A
+Great minds think alike,Very intelligent people often have the same idea at the same time.,We can accomplish more as a group than we can by ourselves,People always want what they don’t have,Experiencing different things makes living interesting and prevents boredom.,Very intelligent people often have the same idea at the same time.,A
+Great oaks grow from small acorns.,Large successful operations can begin in a small way,Too much of a hurry leads to mistakes and loss of productivity.,"Don’t you feel relieved on reaching home after you’ve been away for few days? No matter where you visit, you’ll long to return to your home and family.",Foolish people talk a lot.,Large successful operations can begin in a small way,A
+Handsome is what handsome does,Behaviour is more important than appearance.,"If someone has been kind to you, then you should return the kindness.","Lending money to a friend can lead to souring of friendship. If you ask to repay, he may feel offended, and if he fails to repay, you’ll be offended.",A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,Behaviour is more important than appearance.,A
+Hatred is as blind as love.,A person who feels hatred does not see any qualities in the person he/she hates.,The most fragile point determines the quality of a structure.,"Quality of people is a good indicator of the quality of their leader. We expect our bureaucracy, politicians, and other leaders to be impeccable. But they don’t descend from heavens. They come from the very people they represent, and hence their quality will be reflective of the quality of people.",Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,A person who feels hatred does not see any qualities in the person he/she hates.,A
+He who hesitates is lost,"If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.",Times goes by very quickly when you are happy and very slowly when you are sad.,"For community work, everyone should take responsibility and contribute whatever little they can. Small contributions by many can accomplish mammoth tasks such as cleaning an entire city.","Once prosperity is achieved, then it helps achieve more.","If you delay your decision too long, you may miss a good opportunity.",A
+Hunger is a good sauce,All food tastes good when you are hungry.,Refers to two people equally matched in wit or cunning.,Health is more important than money,"If you are patient, good things can happen",All food tastes good when you are hungry.,A
+If you snooze you lose,"You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.",You can achieve better results through persuasion than through coercion.,"There rarely are completely free offers; they come attached with hooks. So, beware of such offers.",It is better to keep what you have rather than to risk losing it by searching for something better.,"You should pay attention and act quickly, otherwise someone else will do it before you.",A
+"In for a penny, in for a pound","If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.","You can try to help someone by giving good advice, but you can’t force them to
+accept it or follow it","A person’s character, intellect, and other inner qualities are more important than his/her physical appearance","When a situation becomes difficult, strong people don’t give up; they work
+harder","If you start something, it is better to spend the time or money necessary to complete it.",A
+It never rains but it pours.,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,"We arrived in this world without anything, and we’ll leave without anything.",One is unlikely to achieve anything without trouble.,Appearances can be deceiving.,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,A
+It is always darkest before the dawn,The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,"If something is already working well, don’t try to change it or improve it",There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,A
+It's no use crying over spilt milk.,Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,It’s difficult to advice a person on a matter in which he is an expert.,People take advantage when the person in charge is absent.,"Sometimes, you have employees for specific job, but someone else ends up doing that job. That’s a waste.",Don't express regret for something that has happened and cannot be remedied.,A
+Kill one to warn a hundred,Warn many people by punishing a few,Parents are role models for their children and should therefore set a good example.,It is wise not to disturb things at times lest you invite trouble.,Evil thoughts come to us easily when we are idle,Warn many people by punishing a few,A
+Knowledge in youth is wisdom in age,What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.,"Being overly frugal with small expenses can lead to greater, more costly problems","If you’re a yes-man and often talk sweet language to please others, people won’t respect you.","If the atmosphere is clear, frost may form.",What you learn when you are young will be invaluable when your grow old.,A
+Less is more,A small amount of something can be more effective than too much of it.,"If you do not have enough money,
+you will worry and be unhappy",What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,Hard work produces the best results.,A small amount of something can be more effective than too much of it.,A
+Let bygones be bygones.,Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.,Enquiring into others’ work can be dangerous. One should mind own business,"You can advise someone or show them how to do something, but you can’t force them to accept or mak them do it.",Behave the way you encourage others to behave,Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.,A
+A lie begets a lie.,Telling one lie will lead you to tell another one.,"Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",It’s always better to tell the truth than it is to lie,Good intention doesn’t not matter if a person’s actions lead to bad outcomes.,Telling one lie will lead you to tell another one.,A
+Loose lips sink ships,Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,"A reputation takes long to build, but can be quickly destroyed.",The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,"In many countries, wheels of justice move so slow that sometimes it takes decades to pronounce a judgment. This causes suffering in terms of time and money wasted and the long wait for justice.",Disclosing important information (to the enemy or a competitor) could result in large losses.,A
+"Losers weepers, finders keepers","If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",We can’t hide incompetency behind teamwork. Everyone has to justify their expense.,People can learn from their failures and be successful later on.,"If you are determined enough, you can find a way to achieve what you want, even if it is difficult.","If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",A
+Make a silk purse out of a sow's ear.,Manage to produce something good using poor material.,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you","If you lose something you lament, if you find something you keep it.",Those who are flexible and relatively insignificant can survive a crisis that brings down powerful who are unable or unwilling to adapt,Manage to produce something good using poor material.,A
+"Man proposes, God disposes.",Our destiny depends on God's will,A person won’t do something a second time because he/she had bad experience the first time.,Let's forgive and forget past quarrels.,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,Our destiny depends on God's will,A
+Manners make the man.,A person's manners reveal their origins.,Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,"If something seems wrong, it probably is; also, there is usually some truth to a
+rumor","Without supervision, people will do as they please, especially in disregarding or breaking rules.",A person's manners reveal their origins.,A
+"Marry in haste, repent as leisure","If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things.,What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,"If you get married too quickly, you may spend your whole life regretting it.",A
+Might is right,Thoose with the most strength or power think they can do whatever they want.,It's better to have a brain than muscles.,Hard work brings rewards.,We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,Thoose with the most strength or power think they can do whatever they want.,A
+Money begets money.,If you have money you can make more money.,Make the most of favorable conditions till they last,A good start to a task leads to its easy and successful completion.,Take care when you speak lest others hear what they should not.,If you have money you can make more money.,A
+Money doesn't grow on trees,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,An incapable person can gain powerful position if others in the fray are even more incapable.,"Consider all consequences before taking an action, especially when you can’t retract.",usually said in a situation when the rule is incorrect and unusable,You should not waste money because it is not plentiful or obtained easily.,A
+"Monkey see, monkey do",Foolish people copy others.,Misfortune usually comes in large numbers.,"Human beings have an innate desire to be listened, but only few are good listeners. So, if you listen to someone attentively, you’ll flatter them.",Don’t worry about problems before they actually occur,Foolish people copy others.,A
+Necessity knows no law,Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,"Speaking politely costs no more than speaking rudely, but it can yield much more by making friends.","A rare, precious opportunity that comes with some problems is better than a regular opportunity that seems to be perfect",Do things in the easiest possible way,Being desperate may lead you to do illegal things.,A
+Need teaches a plan,Necessity will make you find a solution.,What you do is more important than what you say,It is preferable to have something sure now than the possibility of something better later.,"If you carry out your plans boldly, luck is more likely to favor you",Necessity will make you find a solution.,A
+No joy without annoy.,There is no happiness without clouds.,A friend is more tolerant than a lover/partner/spouse.,Even someone who never complains will react to an intolerable situation.,Don’t judge someone or something by appearance alone,There is no happiness without clouds.,A
+"No losers, no winners","If there were no losers, there could be no winners.",Cowards suffer the feared effects of death many times in their lives.,Choose the most opportune time to act.,All food tastes good when you are hungry.,"If there were no losers, there could be no winners.",A
+"No rain, no grain.",Without rain the harvest will be poor.,The memory of something pleasant provides everlasting pleasure.,The least intelligent people are often the most talkative or noisy.,Being away from someone or something for a period of time makes you appreciate that person or thing more when you see them or it again,Without rain the harvest will be poor.,A
+"No wind, no waves",There could be some truth in the rumour ...,What a thing is called is unimportant compared to what it really is.,Heaven is more kind to the weak.,More people die because of excess indulgence in food and eating unhealthy than because of shortage of food.,There could be some truth in the rumour ...,A
+"Out of sight, out of mind",We tend to forget people or things that we do not see.,Thoose with the most strength or power think they can do whatever they want.,Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.,Our destiny depends on God's will,We tend to forget people or things that we do not see.,A
+Parents are patterns,Parents are role models for their children and should therefore set a good example.,"Always be hopeful in life, and do not give up.",We should thank for what we get even though it’s less than what we had hoped for,An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back.,Parents are role models for their children and should therefore set a good example.,A
+Pity is akin to love.,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.",It is natural for all of us to make mistakes.,Fools lose money because of their foolish conduct.,People who laugh first may have others laugh at them in the end.,"If you begin to feel sorry for someone, you may start to love them.",A
+Pride comes before a fall.,Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,A person who does not settle in one place will not make progress,"If you are patient, good things can happen",Mind your own business and be self-reliant.,Don't be too self-confident or proud; something may happen to make you look foolish.,A
+Procrastination is the thief of time,Delaying an action for too long is a waste of time.,You cannot have everything because a choice has to be made between alternatives.,What can you expect from a bad character but foul and rough language?,Foolish people talk a lot.,Delaying an action for too long is a waste of time.,A
+Rats desert a sinking ship,People abandon a failing enterprise when problems develop.,There could be some truth in the rumour ...,"If you work only on regular projects, you won’t be challenged and hence not become better at what you do. So, volunteer into few challenging projects as well.",The most difficult time is just before the problem is solved.,People abandon a failing enterprise when problems develop.,A
+Reason does not come before years.,Wisdom and maturity come with age. Young people lack common sense.,"If an opportunity is missed, there will be plenty more.",There is a wealth of knowledge in books.,Foolish people talk a lot.,Wisdom and maturity come with age. Young people lack common sense.,A