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What are proverbs ? 2/22/2013 By Elizabeth Murphy

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What is a proverb? Why are they still hanging around if they are so old? Examples of Proverbs.

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What are proverbs ?

2/22/2013 By Elizabeth Murphy

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ProverbsA proverb is a phrase or saying

that gives wise advice.

Rome was not built in a day.

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ProverbsA proverb is short and to the point.

It takes two to make a quarrel.

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ProverbsProverbs are statements which

emphasis how to live and act. Actions speak louder than words.

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Proverbs Or a proverb can be a statement of general

truth.

All’s well that ends well.

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ProverbsProverbs can be found in

every culture.

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ProverbsThey are very old sayings that

have been passed down through the generations.

Confucius was Born in 551 BC.well known for his proverbs.

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Proverbs Proverbs can be heard in everyday

conversations and appear in all kinds of written material.

Fables, FolkTales, Myths, Parables

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Proverbs often use…

•Rhyme, Rhythm, AlliterationTo make the proverb catchy or easy

to remember

Birds of a feather flock together.

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ExamplesOnce bitten twice shy.

If a person has been tricked once they will be more careful the next time.

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ExampleGreat minds think alike.

Wise people will usually think alike.

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ExampleIt’s no use crying over spilt

milk.

It is a waste of time to feel bad about things that can’t be found or mistakes

that can’t be changed.

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ExampleLet sleeping dogs lie.

Avoid discussing issues that are likely to create trouble.

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Proverb Example

He laughs best who laughs last.

A person who does his best is the one who will get the

greatest satisfaction.

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Proverb Example

Practice makes perfect.

If you practice a certain skill often you will excel in it.

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ProverbsWhat is a proverb?

What is the purpose of a proverb?

Where can we find examples of proverbs?

Give an example of a proverb.