15 Important Proverbs ---------------------------------------------- civilservicesias 1. A bad excuse is better than none: Always give an excuse, even if its a poor one. 2. A bad penny always turns up: An unwanted or disreputable person constantly comes back. 3. A bad tree does not yield good apples: A bad parent does not raise good children. 4. A bad workman blames his tools: Blaming the tools for bad workmanship is an excuse for lack of skill. 5. A barking dog seldom bites: Someone who constantly makes threats rarely carries them out. 6. 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. 7. A black plum is as sweet as a white: People should not be judged by their appearance. 8. A book holds a house of gold: There is a wealth of knowledge in books. 9. 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. 10. A burden of ones own choice is not felt: Something difficult seems easier when it is done voluntarily. 11. A burnt child dreads the fire: A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things. 12. A burnt child dreads the fire: A bad experience will make people stay away from certain things. 13. A calm sea does not make a skilled sailor. A person shows their competence or ability when difficulties arise. 14. A cat has nine lives: 1) Cats can survive many accidents because they land on their feet without injury. 2) Nine lives = 3 years to play, 3 years to stray, 3 years to stay. 15. A chain is no stronger than its weakest link: The strength of a group depends on each individual member.
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