Đói thì ăn rau, đau thì uống thuốc
To accept a solution when there's no better option
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To accept a solution when there's no better option
Be patient and endure hardship, don't celebrate too early
Don't be overly optimistic about something before it's fully realized
Don't be too optimistic about something that hasn't happened yet
Say or do something unreasonable when in a difficult situation
When in a difficult situation, prioritize survival over dignity
When in need, one is willing to do anything, but when satisfied, one becomes complacent
When in dire need, one must compromise their pride
When faced with hardship, one must be proactive and adapt
When in need, one must be humble and compromise, but when comfortable, one becomes arrogant and lazy.
When in need, one must be proactive, but when satisfied, one becomes complacent
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
When in poverty, one's dignity is compromised
Be content with what you have
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Inner problems are hidden, but outward flaws are visible to many
Internal problems are hidden, but external ones are visible to many
Inner problems are hidden, but outward flaws are noticeable to many
Inner problems are hidden, but outward flaws are noticeable to many
Inner problems are hidden, but outer flaws are visible to many
Do not worry if you are poor when young, and do not be too happy if you are rich when young.
Being poor and free is better than being wealthy and enslaved
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
A husband's poverty affects the whole family
When the husband is poor, the wife goes out to work
Anything tastes good when you're hungry
To endure hardships and difficulties
When you're desperate, anything is acceptable
Better to endure hardship than act recklessly
It's better to endure hardship than to take risks and suffer worse consequences
It's better to endure hardship than to take risks that can lead to disaster
It's better to endure hardship than to take risks that lead to worse consequences
To accept something unpleasant when there is no other choice
Each person has their own preference
Act impulsively when in a difficult situation
Desperate situations lead to reckless decisions
Endure hardship for a better life
Even the poorest people can enjoy a festive occasion
When in dire need, one must humble themselves
Some problems are caused by external factors, while others are self-inflicted
One problem is solved, another arises
To take advantage of someone in a difficult situation
To take advantage of someone's misfortune
Treat guests warmly and respectfully
To solve one problem only to encounter another
Treat someone with extra care and attention
To intercept or waylay someone
To take on more responsibility than one can handle
Teach children at home
To prepare for a distant future
Prepare for a long and difficult task
Return to one's origins or roots
To suffer punishment for a mistake made in an attempt to cover up another mistake
To be old and worn out
To act hastily without considering the consequences
Facing trouble no matter what choice is made
Work diligently from dawn to dusk to complete a task
A weak country relies on a stronger one to defeat an enemy
Cunning and clever speech can be more powerful than physical strength
A couple can overcome difficulties together