Wordiyoproverb
🇬🇧 UK/'prɒvә:b/🇺🇸 US
B1
Definitions
n.
A short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of practical wisdom.
谚语，格言，箴言
v.
To express or speak in proverbs.
用谚语表达
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.ancient proverb古老的谚语
- 2.as the proverb goes俗话说
- 3.quote a proverb引用谚语
- 4.old proverb老话
Example Sentences
- 1.
The old proverb 'actions speak louder than words' still rings true today.
- 2.
She quoted a Chinese proverb to illustrate the importance of patience.
- 3.
As the proverb goes, 'a stitch in time saves nine.'