Idioms, Adages and Proverbs

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

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What does the idiom 'Better late than never' mean?

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It's better to do something late than to not do it at all.

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What is an adage?

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An adage is a traditional saying that expresses a common experience or observation.

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What does the adage 'A penny saved is a penny earned' mean?

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When you save your money, it adds up.

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What is a proverb?

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A proverb is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice.

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What does the proverb 'Don't bite the hand that feeds you' mean?

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Don’t treat badly the person or people on whom you depend on, or who take care of you in some way.

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What does the idiom 'Crying over spilt milk' mean?

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There's no reason to complain about something that can't be fixed.

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What does the idiom 'Through thick and thin' mean?

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In good times and in bad times.

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What is the difference between an idiom and a proverb?

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An idiom is a phrase with a figurative meaning, while a proverb is a saying that conveys a general truth.

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Can you give an example of an idiom?

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'Kick the bucket' means to die.