proverb — a short, well-known saying that expresses a truth or gives advice
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a short, well-known saying that expresses a truth or gives advice
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːvɜːrb/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother always quoted the proverb 'Money doesn't grow on trees' whenever I asked for expensive toys.
- The proverb 'A watched pot never boils' perfectly describes waiting for my slow computer to start up.
- He loves to use proverbs in his speeches to make his points more memorable.
proverb
NOUN[/ˈprɑːvɜːrb/]
a short, well-known saying that expresses a truth or gives advice
a short, well-known saying that expresses a truth or gives advice
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Proverb derives from the Latin 'proverbium', a combination of 'pro' (forward) and 'verbum' (word), literally meaning 'a word put forward.' The term originally referred to a saying or maxim passed down through generations, embodying collective wisdom and experience.
Breakdown
pro- (forward) + verbum (word) = proverbium (a saying transmitted forward through time).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother always quoted the proverb 'Money doesn't grow on trees' whenever I asked for expensive toys.”
“The proverb 'A watched pot never boils' perfectly describes waiting for my slow computer to start up.”
“He loves to use proverbs in his speeches to make his points more memorable.”
“The proverb 'Don't judge a book by its cover' clearly didn't apply to my cooking - it looked bad and tasted worse!”
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