A range of English Proverbs with explanation, listed in alphabetical order by phrase. This page contains English Proverbs that start with letter F.
1. Familiarity breeds contempt.
Explanation: We value least the things which are most familiar.
2. Full cup, steady hand.
Explanation: Used specially to caution against spoiling a comfortable or otherwise happy situation by a careless action.
3. Fire is a good servant, but a bad master.
Explanation: Acknowledging that fire is both essential for living and potentially destructive.
4. Fine feathers make fine birds
Explanation: Beautiful clothes confer beauty or style on the wearer.
5. Forewarmed is forearmed.
Explanation: If one has been warned in advance about a problem one can make preparations for dealing with it.
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