proverbs
/ˈprɑvərbz/
noun
- Short, well-known sayings that express a general truth or piece of advice.
- He often uses proverbs to make his point, such as 'Don't count your chickens before they hatch.'
- The book is a collection of African proverbs about wisdom and community.
- My grandmother taught me many proverbs, like 'A stitch in time saves nine.'