A range of English Proverbs with explanation, listed in alphabetical order by phrase. This page contains English Proverbs that start with letter W.
1. Walls have ears.
Explanation: Care should be taken for possible eavesdroppers.
2. When the cat's away, the mice will play.
Explanation: Many will take advantage of a situation in which rules are not enforced or authority is lacking.
3. Walnuts and pears you plant for your heirs.
Explanation: Both trees are traditionally slow growing, so that the benefit will be felt by future generations.
4. We must learn how to walk before we can run.
Explanation: A solid foundation is necessary for faster progress.
5. Where bees are, there is honey.
Explanation: Industrious work is necessary to create riches.
6. Where there's a will there is a way.
Explanation: Anything can be done if one has sufficient determination.
7. You win a few, you lose a few.
Explanation: One has to accept failure as well as success and used as an expression of consolation or resignation.
8. Youth must be served.
Explanation: Some indulgence should be given to the wishes and enthusiasms of youth.
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