proverbs
nounUK /ˈprɒvɜːbz/
US /ˈprɑːvɜːrbz/
Short wise sayings that teach a lesson about life.
My grandmother often quotes old proverbs to give me advice.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A book in the Bible full of wise sayings.
The Book of Proverbs is found in the Old Testament.
3. Plural form of proverb, meaning more than one wise saying.
The teacher collected proverbs from many countries.
4. A well-known phrase that gives advice or states a general truth.
"Actions speak louder than words" is a common proverb.