How to Pronounce "proverb"
word
ˈpɹɑvɝb
PRAH-verb
pɹˈɒvɜːb
pruh-VOHB
Definition
A proverb is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice based on common sense or experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɑvɝb
British English
pɹˈɒvɜːb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-verb
UK
pruh-VOHB
Listen in Context
This proverb means you should not judge someone too quickly.
My grandfather knows many old proverbs.
Can you give me an example of a proverb in English?
There's a proverb that says, 'The early bird catches the worm.'