Despite being deemed as fridge magnet wisdom by some and truisms for all occasions by others, proverbs never cease to attract learners of English. Whether they are striving to give more authenticity to their language production or they are merely fascinated by the similarities between various cultures underlined by proverbs, most students receive them with open arms. Understanding sayings helps people gain insight into other cultures and offers them a unifying basis in their cross-world dealings with clients and colleagues.  Continue >>>

To this day, Rupert, one of my students, still cannot fathom why his British business partners cracked up when he bid them good night after a long and busy working day: I’m really tired; I’m afraid I won’t be able to join you at the pub. I’ll just pop upstairs and try to get forty wanks. Good night! 

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