proverb
proverb
traditional saying
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proverb with Russian translation
proverb usage examples
Учитель попросил учеников объяснить одну распространённую пословицу.
The teacher asked students to explain a common proverb.
Мой дед каждый раз говорил пословицу за семейными ужинами.
My grandfather repeated a proverb at family dinners.
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proverb belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
proverb synonyms
What's the difference between proverb / saying / adage / folk saying / aphorism / maxim
Same as headword: a traditional short expression conveying folk wisdom or moral advice.
The proverb 'A stitch in time saves nine' warns about timely action.
Пословица «Семь раз отмерь, один отрежь» говорит о том, что важно тщательно подготовиться.
A broader term for any short common expression or proverb-like phrase; may be less formal and not necessarily of folk origin.
There's an old saying that 'you can't judge a book by its cover.'
Есть такое выражение: «Встречают по одежке, провожают по уму».
An old and well-established saying, very close to proverb but often with an antique or historical flavour.
As the adage goes, 'You can't teach an old dog new tricks.'
Как гласит старое изречение: «Старую собаку новым трюкам не научишь».
A saying that clearly comes from folk tradition; very close in meaning to proverb, emphasising popular/folk origin.
Many folk sayings reflect agricultural life and local customs.
Многие народные поговорки отражают сельскую жизнь и местные обычаи.
A short, pithy, often philosophical statement; more literary and reflective than a folk proverb.
His book is full of aphorisms about human nature.
Его книга полна афоризмов о человеческой природе.
A short statement expressing a general rule or principle of conduct; more prescriptive and formal than a proverb.
One of his maxims is 'Honesty is the best policy.'
Одна из его максimeй — «Честность — лучшая политика».
A short phrase expressing a guiding principle or goal of a person, group, or organization; less folk-based than a proverb.
Their company motto is 'Quality above all.'
Их девиз компании — «Качество превыше всего».
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce proverb and what this word means
proverb translation: пословица. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce proverb
/ˈprɒvɜːb/
proverb translation
пословица
proverb examples
The teacher asked students to explain a common proverb.
proverb transcription
/ˈprɒvɜːb/, /ˈprɑvərb/
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proverb meaning: what does it mean?
traditional saying
proverb pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
proverb is pronounced as /ˈprɒvɜːb/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
proverb definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The teacher asked students to explain a common proverb. Translation: Учитель попросил учеников объяснить одну распространённую пословицу.
Is proverb part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, proverb (пословица) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is proverb part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?
Yes, proverb (пословица) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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