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Be frugal when you have means, so you can be generous when you're poor
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Be frugal when you have means, so you can be generous when you're poor
Be patient and don't rush, or you'll lose valuable things
To eventually face the consequences of one's secret actions
To work diligently from dawn till dusk
To secretly do something bad and eventually get caught
Adapt to the local customs and traditions
To be indecisive or hesitant
To go along with the crowd
Be cautious in dealings to avoid trouble
Seek advice from experienced people when going out and from younger ones when at home
Seek advice from experienced people and consider the perspectives of younger ones
Seek advice from experienced people and consider new ideas
To do two things at once
Take a shortcut to achieve something, but face consequences later
Pursue a career for the benefit of one's family
It's easy to start something but hard to maintain it
To take the lead in a bold or reckless endeavor
To take a risk and face the consequences
To act appropriately and follow social norms
Adapt to local customs when in a different place
Adapt to local customs
To be willing to go wherever the situation takes you
Wherever you go, you will find help
To go from one bad situation to another
Wait anxiously for someone's return
To fix one problem only to cause another
To be completely lost or disoriented
Talented people are often found in poor or remote areas
Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses
A good husband makes a good wife
Good things come in pairs
A small problem causes much trouble
A person's talent is recognized and valued when they are in the right position
Every effort will be rewarded
Each person has their own strengths
A humorous way to describe a situation where someone is trying to take credit for something they didn't do
Worship the powerful when in their territory
Many people working together can accomplish more than one person alone
It's better to ask than to pretend you know
A deaf person listens carefully and a mute person speaks clearly, meaning to try harder when faced with difficulties
Someone who is mute or deaf can still observe and understand more than those who speak carelessly
One's own misfortune is not felt as deeply as someone else's
Someone who is unaware of danger is not afraid
Everyone has their own roots and origins
Very poor or destitute
A small virtue can bring great honor
A small problem can lead to bigger consequences
Good neighbors bring good fortune
Neighbors and relatives live close together
Content with a simple life
The soldier commands the general
Sometimes foolish actions lead to good results
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Losing something material is better than losing dignity or reputation
Something is not as it seems
Good deeds bring good results, bad deeds bring bad results
Good deeds bring good results, bad deeds bring bad results
Remember good deeds and forget bad ones
To consider and weigh the pros and cons
A lie can cause trouble for a long time