United Kingdom Proverbs (10)

A stitch in time saves nine.

“A stitch in time saves nine.”

Dealing with a small problem promptly prevents it from becoming a much bigger one.

Don't count your chickens before they hatch.

“Don't count your chickens before they hatch.”

Do not rely on something good happening before it has actually happened.

The early bird catches the worm.

“The early bird catches the worm.”

Those who act promptly or arrive first gain an advantage.

Too many cooks spoil the broth.

“Too many cooks spoil the broth.”

When too many people work on a single task, the result is worse, not better.

Every cloud has a silver lining.

“Every cloud has a silver lining.”

Even in difficult situations there is usually some hope or positive aspect.

When in Rome, do as the Romans do.

“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”

Adapt to the customs of the place or company you find yourself in.

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

“A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.”

It is better to keep what you already have than to risk it for something uncertain.

Make hay while the sun shines.

“Make hay while the sun shines.”

Take advantage of favourable conditions while they last.

Actions speak louder than words.

“Actions speak louder than words.”

What people do is more telling and important than what they merely say.

You can't have your cake and eat it too.

“You can't have your cake and eat it too.”

You cannot enjoy two mutually exclusive benefits at the same time.