Proverbs Proverbs, like idioms, do not actually mean what they say. They are meant to express truth, advice, or wisdom.

The proverb says, “Two heads are better than one.”

Two people thinking or working together can often accomplish more than one person alone. The proverb Means...

The proverb says, “Out of sight, out of mind.”

It’s easy to forget about something when it is not right in front of you. The proverb Means...

The proverb says, “Actions speak louder than words.”

What a person does means more than what they say they will do. The proverb Means...

Don’t judge a book by its cover.

The outside of something or someone doesn’t always show what is inside. The proverb Means...

The proverb says, “Don’t cry over spilled milk.”

Don’t worry or be upset over something that is already done. The proverb Means...

The proverb says, “Don’t put the cart before the horse.”

Don’t do things in the wrong order. The proverb Means...

OTHER PROVERBS  LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP.  DON’T COUNT YOUR CHICKENS BEFORE THEY HATCH.  THE EARLY BIRD CATCHES THE WORM.  PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD.