Sayings: meaning, definitions and examples

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sayings

[ ˈseɪɪŋz ]

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in everyday language

Short, pithy expressions that convey a general truth or insight.

Synonyms

aphorisms, maxims, proverbs

Examples of usage

"Actions speak louder than words."
"The early bird catches the worm."
"Don't count your chickens before they hatch."

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informal speech

Phrases or expressions that are commonly used and well-known.

Synonyms

expressions, idioms, phrases

Examples of usage

"Keep your eyes peeled."
"Bite the bullet."
"Hit the nail on the head."

Translations

Translations of the word "sayings" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ditos

🇮🇳 कहावतें

🇩🇪 Sprüche

🇮🇩 pepatah

🇺🇦 прислів'я

🇵🇱 powiedzenia

🇯🇵 言い回し

🇫🇷 dictons

🇪🇸 dichos

🇹🇷 sözler

🇰🇷 속담

🇸🇦 أقوال

🇨🇿 rčení

🇸🇰 príslovia

🇨🇳 谚语

🇸🇮 reki

🇮🇸 orðtök

🇰🇿 мақал-мәтелдер

🇬🇪 გამონათქვამები

🇦🇿 atalar sözü

🇲🇽 dichos

Word origin

The term 'sayings' has been in use since the late 16th century, derived from the verb 'say' with the suffix '-ing'. Sayings have been an integral part of human communication and culture, passed down through generations to impart wisdom, humor, or advice.

See also: naysayer, say, saying, unsaid.