The meanings and origins of thousands of English phrases, sayings, idioms, expressions and proverbs that we use daily.

Jul 27, 2025 · We’ve explored 150 forgotten old sayings people used to say, grouped by themes like life, love, work, patience, fate, and region. Each one carries a piece of the past and still …

Feb 25, 2025 · Here are 100 short inspirational quotes for you. I’ve been collecting and using them since 2004. And one thing I’ve learned is this: The most effective and inspiring quotes …

Mar 25, 2018 · Proverbs are popular nuggets of wisdom, often in circulation for centuries and even millenniums. This post covers more than 200 common proverbs, each of which is …

Jun 23, 2025 · Here are 20 old school sayings worth remembering — and what they’re really saying.

Oct 25, 2025 · Today, I offer you 21 thought-provoking proverbs and common sayings with an explanation as to what they all mean. You would do well to remember some of these, I think.

Below is an alphabetical list of widely used and repeated proverbial phrases. If known, their origins are noted. A proverbial phrase or expression is a type of conventional saying similar to …

100s of English sayings and proverbs selected for ESL learners. Each saying has its meaning, notes and quiz. Searchable by letter and topic.

Here is a list of 222 popular proverbs, idioms, and sayings.

Sayings are common expressions, phrases, or proverbs that have meanings beyond their literal words. They are traditional expressions that people use to communicate ideas, wisdom, or …