Đời cha vo tròn, đời con bóp bẹp
One generation's wealth leads to the next generation's poverty
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One generation's wealth leads to the next generation's poverty
Children suffer the consequences of their parents' actions
One generation's efforts lead to the next generation's prosperity
One generation's efforts bring comfort to the next
Everyone has their own troubles
One's true loyalty is revealed in times of chaos
Prepare for peace during war and for war during peace
Develop mental skills in turbulent times and physical skills in peaceful times
Prepare for turmoil during peace and for wisdom during chaos
Life is short and fragile
Life is short and fleeting
One's lifetime is limited, so wasting time sleeping during the day reduces one's productivity
People who sleep during the day will have a shorter life
Life has many ups and downs
Life is short and fleeting
Life is short, don't waste time on trivial things
Life is short, so one should not waste time on trivial matters
Life is short and fleeting, with both happy and difficult times
Life is short and fleeting
Always ready to take advantage of any situation
One generation's efforts benefit the next
Ancestors' efforts bring descendants' prosperity
One generation's efforts benefit the next
Good deeds in the past bring benefits in the future
refers to a golden age of prosperity
Having more than enough resources, but still unable to benefit from them
People's expectations and priorities change over time
Karma or consequences occur quickly in the present
Karma or consequences are now immediate, not delayed
One generation's actions affect the next
A person with exceptional talent is often overlooked
To work hard but receive little benefit
To take a lighter burden and give a heavier one
To help someone with their burden or troubles
Wait for something that will never happen
Only take action when a problem becomes urgent
To wait until the last minute to take action
Wait until the last minute
People prefer to live near others, not isolated
Completely honest and transparent
To take advantage of a situation for personal gain
Trouble starts from the top and affects those below
A problem starts from the very beginning
Trouble or problems start from the top and affect those below
In a precarious or unstable situation
Having unrealistic or impractical dreams
When things reach a critical point, they will collide or conflict
When a problem escalates, it affects everything around it
When a problem is severe, the solution must be drastic
Things become clear after careful examination
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
To have a close relationship or interaction with someone
To have a close relationship or connection
To have a close relationship
Lose all sense of propriety when money is involved
Endure hardships and difficulties
Having just enough to get by
Fully prepared or equipped
Fully grown and independent
Having enough to eat and wear