Đói thì đầu gối phải bò, no thì cái giò không muốn bước
When in need, one must be proactive, but when satisfied, one becomes complacent
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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
People who are perfectly matched or suited to each other
To be hypocritical or two-faced
Having two homes or bases in the north and south
Fate brings two people together
People with similar interests or goals
Two people are perfectly matched
The couple is well-matched and compatible
A new and budding romance
Two people are a perfect match
Vietnamese folk verse (ca dao); English definition pending editorial review.