Mống đò Cương lấy ang đựng nước
Use the wrong tool for a task
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Use the wrong tool for a task
Make way for someone more capable or powerful
No matter where you go, you always remember your hometown
Something is about to happen or change
Unstable weather indicates an impending storm
A bad beginning leads to a bad end
A storm will come despite no rain
A storm is approaching
Bad weather is coming
Cry over a smaller issue rather than a bigger one
Don't cry over something that doesn't affect you
Don't cry over something small when a bigger problem is coming
Don't cry over something small when you have bigger problems
Don't cry over past troubles when new ones arise
Don't cry over past troubles when new ones arise
Criticize others' minor faults while ignoring one's own bigger problems
Neglect important tasks to focus on trivial matters
A person will do anything to help their relative
Losing a mother is more devastating than losing a father
An orphan relies on relatives for support
Orphans suffer greatly
Orphaned children suffer greatly
Someone without parental guidance or support is more prone to making mistakes
Orphans suffer greatly
Orphaned children suffer greatly
Hard work and suffering
Work hard for someone else's benefit
To shift blame onto someone or something else
Hard work and diligence bring success
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Don't cry over something small when a bigger problem is coming
Everything is settled and in order
Preparation is more important than the actual task
To speak nonsense or utter meaningless words
Someone who talks too much
Saying one thing but doing another
Someone has a very foul mouth
Someone who talks excessively but listens little and remembers less
Someone who speaks loudly and argues stubbornly
Talking excessively without taking action
Someone who often talks but does little
Words can help as much as actions
A person who talks too much and says nothing meaningful
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
A mother's words are always true and trustworthy
Honest words may be unpleasant to hear
A person's words reflect their profession
Speaking insincerely or hypocritically
Talking excessively or annoyingly
Speaking harshly or bluntly
Someone's words or behavior become less cautious with age
To have a big mouth and talk excessively
Someone who is tight-lipped and keeps secrets well
Talking excessively or unnecessarily
Outwardly friendly but inwardly hostile
Talks big but lacks action
Those who take the initiative get the benefits, while others are left with nothing
Things often return to their original state
A small advantage is soon lost
Spend all on the third day and have nothing left on the fourth