Đen như than
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
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Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
A good spouse is more valuable than wealth or material possessions
A small defect can spoil the whole thing
Losing once is better than losing repeatedly
Honesty loses out to cunning
A small, dark presence attracts many problems
Nothing good comes from suspicious or unusual things
Raise children with good qualities, discard those with bad ones
Everyone deserves respect regardless of their background
Everyone has a story to tell
Everyone deserves respect regardless of appearance
To take blame or criticism for someone else's actions
One debt leads to another
To be deeply in debt and struggle to repay
Good deeds bring rewards, bad deeds bring troubles
To deceive or cheat someone
Mutual support and care in times of need
To have a rich and prosperous life
Experience is more valuable than wealth
Business ventures involve risks
Experience varying success and failure
Partners in adventure, but solo in failure
Having companions makes a task more enjoyable
Success depends on timing and circumstance
Be at the right place at the right time
To encounter good fortune unexpectedly
To encounter an opportunity at the right time
To encounter unexpected difficulties or obstacles
Face unfavorable circumstances in business
Bad luck occurs when one is already vulnerable
To encounter unexpected troubles or dangers while pursuing business or personal interests
Face difficulties in business due to bad timing
To suffer misfortune due to circumstances beyond one's control
To face bad luck or unfortunate circumstances
Lack necessary resources to do something
Lack necessary resources to start or succeed
To fail in both business and farming
Be mindful of your roots and origins
Honesty is essential in business
Honesty is always the best policy
Honesty in humble work is better than dishonesty in prestigious jobs
Honesty in business is not as good as honesty in physical labor
Be honest in business, but tactful in personal relationships
Be content with one's profit and avoid arguing
Gain experience and wisdom through social interactions
To be unemployed or have no stable job
To adapt to the customs and traditions of the place you are in
To take it to the next level
To travel from north to south
Remember one's roots and origins
Be mindful of your roots and origins
overcome difficulties to achieve success
Every profession has its own dangers
Different situations bring different fears
Be afraid of different things in different situations
Being prepared for any situation
Experience and learn from daily life
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.