Definition of proverbial

proverbialadjective

tục ngữ

/prəˈvɜːbiəl//prəˈvɜːrbiəl/

The word "proverbial" originates from the Latin phrase "proverbialis," which means "relating to a proverb." Proverbs are short sayings that express a general truth or piece of advice, often handed down from generation to generation. The Latin term "proverbialis" is a combination of "proverbium," meaning proverb, and the suffix "-alis," which forms an adjective. In Middle English (circa 1100-1500), the term "proverbial" appeared as "proverbial," and initially meant "pertaining to a proverb" or "like a proverb." Over time, the meaning widened to include phrases or expressions that are reminiscent of a proverb, such as "proverbial wisdom" or "proverbial phrase." Today, the word "proverbial" is used to describe not only phrases that convey moral or practical advice but also expressions that become universally accepted or iconic, such as "it's raining cats and dogs" or "break a leg."

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used to show that you are referring to a particular proverb or well-known phrase

được sử dụng để chỉ rằng bạn đang nhắc đến một câu tục ngữ hoặc cụm từ nổi tiếng nào đó

Example:
  • Let's not count our proverbial chickens.

    Chúng ta đừng đếm số gà theo nghĩa đen.

  • He drinks like the proverbial fish.

    Anh ta uống rượu như một con cá vậy.

well known and talked about by a lot of people

được nhiều người biết đến và nói đến

Example:
  • Their hospitality is proverbial.

    Lòng hiếu khách của họ là điều hiển nhiên.

Related words and phrases

Related words and phrases