proverb

n. /ˈprɑːvɜːrb/ B1

谚语；格言

A well-known short phrase or sentence that gives advice about life.

仙境例句

The Duchess had a proverb ready for every step they took across the croquet ground.

她们在槌球场上每走一步，公爵夫人都有一句谚语等着说。