Italian Proverb: Chi piú sa, meno parla - This proverb means "He who knows most, talks least" The converse is also true: Those who know the least speak the most! This is similar to the saying that God gave you two ears and one mouth. There is power in listening to truly … [Read more...]
Italian Tuscan Proverb – Ogni Pazzo Vuol Dar Consiglio – What does it mean?
What does "Ogni Pazzo Vuol(e) Dar(e) Consiglio" Mean? This is an Italian proverb that originated in the Tuscan region. Italian Vocabulary Ogni Pazzo - every crazy person, or fool Vuol(e) dar(e) - wants to give Consiglio - advice An alternative word for a fool in … [Read more...]
What does “Amor Non Conosce Travaglio” Mean in Italian?
What does “Amor Non Conosce Travaglio” mean in Italian? This is an Italian saying that literally means love does not know work. The Italian vocabulary in this saying: Amor, which is shortened for amore means love, similar to feeling amorous. Italians will sometimes … [Read more...]
Occhio Non Vede Cuore non Duole: Italian Proverb
Italian Proverb: Occhio non vede cuore non duole - means what the eye doesn't see the heart doesn't ache. It is similar to out of sight, out of mind. A couple of words that you can pick out from English in this proverb. Occhio - eye, similar to an ocular exam. Cuore - … [Read more...]
A Chi Fa Male, Mai Mancano Scuse – Italian Proverb
I love this Italian saying: A chi fa male, mai mancano scuse - He who does evil, is never short of an excuse. Unfortunately, there are those that are never happy and have to thrust their critiques and negative energy onto others. They are counting curses instead of … [Read more...]