English Proverbs & Sayings

01Better Late Than NeverIt is better to do or arrive at something late than not at allA2 02Honesty Is the Best PolicyTelling the truth is always the wisest course of actionB1 03When in Rome, Do as the Romans DoYou should follow the customs of the place or group you are inB1 04All That Glitters Is Not GoldNot everything that looks valuable or attractive is actually soB2 05A Picture Is Worth a Thousand WordsAn image can express a complex idea more effectively than a long descriptionB1 06Where There's a Will, There's a WayIf you are determined enough, you will find a way to achieve your goalB1 07Time Heals All WoundsPainful feelings and grief become easier to bear as time passesB1 08Too Many Cooks Spoil the BrothA task can go wrong when too many people try to be in charge of itB2 09Absence Makes the Heart Grow FonderBeing apart from someone you love makes your feelings for them strongerB2 10A Stitch in Time Saves NineDealing with a small problem now prevents it from becoming a bigger one laterB2 11Don't Count Your Chickens Before They HatchDo not assume something will succeed before it actually happensB2 12The Pen Is Mightier Than the SwordWriting and words can have more influence than violence or forceB2 13Rome Wasn't Built in a DayImportant, worthwhile things take time to achieve; be patientB1 14An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor AwayEating healthily helps you stay well and avoid illnessA2 15What Goes Around Comes AroundYour actions, good or bad, eventually come back to affect youB1