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Differences Between Idioms and Proverbs

Reviewed in October Comment First

Idiom

Idioms are phrases.

Most idioms are less popular expressions.

They contain figurative meanings.

Their meanings are often hard to guess.

Examples of idiom

  • Piece of cake.
  • Bite the bullet.
  • Break a leg.

Proverbs

Proverbs are complete sentences.

Most proverbs are more popular than idioms.

They usually contain advice.

Their meanings are easier to guess.

Examples of Proverb

  • The early bird catches the worm.
  • Don’t count your chick before they hatch.
  • All that glitters is not gold.

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