Proverbs

Short sayings that express some traditionally held truth. Often metaphorical, alliterative (to be memorable) and many offer advice. Many have religious origins.

A leopard cannot change its spots.

Be careful what you wish for.

A watched pot never boils.

Great minds think alike.

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.

Better late than never.

After a storm comes a calm.

Every cloud has a silver lining.

A picture paints a thousand words.

Out of sight out of mind.

As thick as thieves.