Saturday, 16 November 2024

List of English Proverbs - M

 


A range of English Proverbs with explanation, listed in alphabetical order by phrase. This page contains English Proverbs that start with letter M. 

1. Many hands make light work.
Explanation: Often used as an encouragement to join in with assistance.

2. Many go out for wool and come home shorn. 
Explanation: Many who seek to better themselves or make themselves rich end by losing what they already have.   

3. Man cannot leave by bread alone.
Explanation: A person needs spiritual as well as physical sustenance.  

4.  Make hay while the sun shines. 
Explanation: One should take advantage of favorable circumstances which may not last. 



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