Never do things by halves

One should not do an incomplete or imperfect job - certain tasks must not be left half done; they must be done away with immediately.

He laughs best who laughs last

A person who does his best is the one who will get the greatest satisfaction in the end.

Habit is second nature

An act done repeatedly and often enough will sooner or later become a habit or second nature.

Great minds think alike

Wise people will normally think and behave alike in certain situations.

It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good

A bad or evil occurrence.

God helps those who help themselves

God only helps those people who work hard and make an honest effort.

Give the devil his due

Be just and fair-minded , even to the one who does not deserve much or who is unfriendly or unfair; we should punish a person according to his wrongdoings.

Fortune knocks once at every man's door

Everyone gets at least one good opportunity in his lifetime; everyone has the opportunity to be successful in life.

Actions speak louder than words

Children usually learn more from the examples set by their elders than from what they are told ; a person's character is judged by the thing she does and not by what he says; actions give evidence or proof of.

Fire is a good servant but a bad master

Fire, like any other manmade tool or device, will serve man well only when it is controlled and used wisely.

Fair exchange is no robbery

A contract is fair as long as both the parties understand and agree to the conditions willingly; after a deal is closed neither side can turn around and say that he was unfairly treated.

Any time means no time

When an event is not decided on or planned earlier it will never take place.

Every one can find fault, few can do better

It is easier to find fault in other people's actions or methods than to do it properly or correctly.

Every dog has its day

Everyone will get a period of success or satisfaction during his lifetime.

Don't put all your eggs in one basket

One should not risk everything he has in a single venture.

Eat to live, but do not live to eat

Man was created for a divine purpose and he has a destiny with his Creator - he was not born just to enjoy food.

All that glitters is not gold

Do not be deceived by things or offers that appear to be attractive.

Every cloud has a silver lining

If you say that every cloud has a silver lining, you mean that every sad or unpleasant situation has a positive side to it. If you talk about silver lining you are talking about something positive that comes out of a sad or unpleasant situation.

A great talker is a great liar

A smooth and persuasive talker may be a good liar.

A great talker is a great liar

A smooth and persuasive talker may be a good liar.