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Hanuman_2000 Posted 20 years ago
Grammar

idioms

Hello,

Are "idioms" and "proverbs and saying" same?

Please explain the difference between "idioms" and "proverbs and saying"?
  

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A proverb is usually a statement that expresses some universal bit of wisdom. It is normally a very old expression that has come down to us through the years because it encapsulates some truth in a very succinct and clever way. It may not be very obvious what the meaning is because proverbs are sometimes very metaphorical.

— CalifJim

  • A proverb is usually a statement that expresses some universal bit of wisdom.
  • It is normally a very old expression that has come down to us through the years because it encapsulates some truth in a very succinct and clever way.
  • It may not be very obvious what the meaning is because proverbs are sometimes very metaphorical.
  • A stitch in time saves nine.
  • ) (Literal meaning: If there is a small tear in some article of clothing, repair it with one stitch - using needle and thread - before it gets bigger and requires nine stitches to repair.
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A proverb is usually a statement that expresses some universal bit of wisdom. It is normally a very old expression that has come down to us through the years because it encapsulates some truth in a very succinct and clever way. It may not be very obvious what the meaning is because proverbs are sometimes very metaphorical.

A stitch in time saves nine. (Proverb.)

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