Mèo già hoá cáo, cáo già hoá thần chủ
Older people become more cunning and wise
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Older people become more cunning and wise
Old things can become valuable or transform into something better
Vietnamese proverb; English definition pending editorial review.
Old things can become more valuable or powerful
An old person becomes cunning
An old person regrets their past misdeeds
An old person should not interfere in others' business
Even an experienced person can be outsmarted by a desperate one
Even an experienced person can be outsmarted by a younger one
Old habits never die
No matter where you are, your roots and family are still important
Two people who don't know each other become acquainted by chance
People often praise themselves or their own kind
Someone boasts about something they don't actually have
Everyone boasts about their own strengths
Everyone boasts about their own strengths
Different people have different preferences
A good person deserves kindness and mercy
One should not mistreat or abandon something due to its flaws
It's hard to scold or punish someone who is kind and gentle
Good people do not frequent bad places
Good people avoid bad situations
A good cat does not show off its owner's wealth
A good person's wealth is not openly displayed
Good things are often hidden from public view
Things return to their original state
A bad person remains bad, no matter what
People take on tasks according to their ability
To take advantage of an opportunity without considering the consequences
People of low status trying to associate with those of high status
Favoritism towards one's own relatives or friends
A small or weak person can accomplish a big task
Everyone has their own secrets or faults
Everyone has their own weaknesses
Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses
Each person has their own strengths
A person who stays at home and does nothing
To unintentionally reveal a hidden problem or issue
When the boss is away, the subordinates take advantage
A small favor is often remembered and demanded in return, while a big one is overlooked
One who gives up something valuable still expects to benefit from it
Someone who is used to getting something easily will be surprised when they don't
Some problems are endless and insoluble
A person's nature remains the same despite changes
To futilely attempt to hide or conceal something
Cats bring bad luck, dogs bring good fortune
Having a cat in the house brings bad luck, while having a dog brings good fortune
When the cat comes to a house, it's a sign of poverty, but when the dog comes, it's a sign of wealth.
When misfortune comes, even a small addition can make things worse
Everyone has their moment of importance or usefulness
Someone who takes advantage of others' generosity
To ask for something beyond one's means or ability
Something is so insignificant that it's as if it doesn't exist
Something imperfect is better than nothing
to be very similar or almost identical
Each person has their own specialty
Speaking smoothly and persuasively
Hooked with no exit — obsession framed as a maze you cannot leave; for songs on repeat, series binges, and new crushes.
Completely lost or disoriented
A situation where one is overwhelmed by numerous problems