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To be so dominated by one's wife that one loses all sense of self
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To be so dominated by one's wife that one loses all sense of self
Abandon a smaller loss to avoid a bigger one
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
To exchange one problem for another
Few people understand or appreciate the good things they have
Few people understand or appreciate the true nature of something
Few people understand or appreciate others' hardships
Few people can learn from unexpected events
Many things are happening at the same time
Rarely does a person of high status visit a person of low status
Something unlikely to happen
Some people are naturally unkind or cruel
Some things are inherently bad by nature
A mother-in-law's affection for her daughter-in-law is rare
Many generations are needed to achieve greatness
A powerful person visits a humble home
Even if one is not wealthy, they can make up for it with other good qualities
Some things are inevitable and must be accepted
Many threats precede actual action
Some things are inevitable and cannot be changed
Not all potential threats or problems will actually occur
Not all stepmothers dislike their stepchildren
Few people achieve great things
Do not judge something based on a limited experience
Useless efforts or preparations will lead to failure
A person's true nature is revealed by their actions
Appearance can be deceiving
Being honest is more valuable than being wealthy
Something is of no value or importance
Small gains are better than big losses
A small but valuable thing is better than something big but worthless
Someone meets a suitable situation
Having to choose between two unpleasant options
Completely unclear or uncertain
Unclear or vague, like an old woman feeling for a needle
Completely unclear or uncertain
To take advantage of someone's unclear situation for personal gain
Completely unclear or uncertain
Secretly admire or love someone
Having many good things but unable to enjoy them
A secret is something valuable and protected
A small advantage can lead to a big victory
A sharp tongue can be more hurtful than a sword
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
To give someone who is already incompetent more power or resources
Kindness can make up for clumsiness
Excessive kindness can be harmful
Honest people are often found in difficult or unpleasant situations
Sweet things can be deceptive, honesty is often found in unpleasant situations
Sweet things can be deceptive and harmful, while bitter things can be honest and beneficial
Sweet things can be deceptive and harmful, while bitter experiences can lead to honesty and truth
Sweet things can be deceptive and harmful
Someone's words are sweet but their actions are insincere
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
Vietnamese phrase; English definition pending editorial review.
To be in a troublesome situation
To be deeply in debt
To be indebted to someone and also hold a grudge against them
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Pretending to be busy while doing nothing