Proverb

Proverb

Definition

A [|proverb] is a metaphorical phrase which is direct in meaning. A proverb is truthful and concrete.

A list of proverbs can be found [|HERE]

Wiki [|Link] 

Examples [|"A women's place is in the home."]

[|"Beauty is only skin deep."]

[|Use In Conversation]

Proverbs are used in conversation by adults more than children, partially because adults have learned more proverbs than children. Also, using proverbs well is a skill that is developed over years. Proverbs, because they are indirect, allow a speaker to disagree or give advice in a way that may be less offensive. Studying actual proverb use in conversation, however, is difficult since the researcher must wait for proverbs to happen. [|[6]]

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