How does the proverb differ from the saying
Both are sayings of the Russian people. They contain the customs and traditions of the people, and ridicule their vices.
A proverb is a piece of folk wisdom, expressed briefly, so that children can understand it. Photo: Getty It can be difficult to distinguish a proverb from a saying, but they do have differences:
- By form.A proverb is a complete sentence with an instructive meaning. A saying is a phrase or a combination of words. It is used to add emotionality to a statement. For example, the phrase "Don't spit in the well - you'll need some water to drink" warns against rash actions towards another person. Having caused trouble to someone, you may have to ask them for help. And the saying "A mosquito won't hurt you" means that the job has been done perfectly. And it is inserted into a sentence like: I did the job very well - a mosquito won't hurt you.
- By meaning.A proverb conveys the wisdom and experience of the people. A saying describes an action or quality of a person. It often has a humorous character. It can be replaced by other words. For example, the proverb "a hut is not beautiful with its corners, but with its pies" teaches people to pay more attention to hospitality and warmth than to external beauty. And the saying "when a crayfish whistles on a mountain" is inserted into a conversation meaning "never".
- By rhyme. Proverbs often contain rhyme. For example, "Don't wake trouble while it's quiet." There is no rhyme in proverbs.
The proverb is an independenta sentence, often rhymed. It teaches something. A proverb does not teach anything, it is a set expression that makes sense only as part of a sentence. It is usually said as a joke.
Shortly about folklore for children
Proverbs and sayings - this is partfolklore. In the old days, children heard them before they learned to speak. Along with songs, nursery rhymes, jokes and gags, riddles, tongue twisters, fables, proverbs and sayings preserve the reflection of the life, beliefs, and ideals of our ancestors. Due to the fact that a person hears them from childhood, they contribute to the formation and development of personality. Usually, there is no clear line between proverbs and sayings. And when it comes to proverbs, people also remember sayings.
