2025/1 Translation

Proverbs share common characteristics. They are:

-         Short and simple

A long and winding sentence cannot be a proverb because proverbs must be concise.

-         Catchy or rhythmic

The conciseness and simplicity of a proverb are what allow it to be catchy or rhythmic. However, that’s not to say that a proverb must rhyme.

-         Easy to remember

For a proverb to spread far and wide, it has to be memorable and easy to remember.

-         Timeless

Proverbs must stand the test of time. They should be relevant and useful in modern times, even if they were coined several years ago.

-         Often metaphorical or figurative

Proverbs tend to use figurative language to convey their meaning vividly.