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Top 100 English Sayings 2024

"Words of wisdom to navigate through life in 2024 and beyond"

This list compiles some of the most used English sayings in 2024, mixing timeless classics with newer phrases that have gained popularity in recent times. These sayings reflect wisdom, humor, and insights into everyday life and situations. Each one is accompanied by a brief explanation to help understand its meaning and usage.

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# English Sayings 2024
- A Collection of Modern and Classic English Sayings for 2024
- Words of wisdom to navigate through life in 2024 and beyond
- Compilation of timeless classics and modern-day phrases
- 5 Topics: Wisdom, Relationships, Life, Motivation, Humor

## Topics
- Topic 1: Wisdom, timeless, advice, guidance, experience
- Topic 2: Relationships, love, friends, family, trust
- Topic 3: Life, reality, everyday, challenges, decisions
- Topic 4: Motivation, drive, goals, ambition, success
- Topic 5: Humor, fun, wit, entertainment, sarcasm

Topic 1: "Wisdom"

"Timeless advice for modern life"

Wisdom sayings are often rooted in experience, passed down through generations, and offer valuable life lessons. In 2024, these sayings continue to offer guidance in an ever-changing world.

  1. "A stitch in time saves nine"
    Explanation: Taking early action prevents more significant problems later.

  2. "Better late than never"
    Explanation: It's better to do something eventually than not at all.

  3. "Actions speak louder than words"
    Explanation: What people do is more important than what they say.

  4. "Knowledge is power"
    Explanation: Being informed gives you control over situations.

  5. "You can't have your cake and eat it too"
    Explanation: You can't enjoy two incompatible things at once.

  6. "Honesty is the best policy"
    Explanation: Telling the truth is always better in the long run.

  7. "A fool and his money are soon parted"
    Explanation: Unwise people will lose their wealth quickly.

  8. "Look before you leap"
    Explanation: Consider the consequences before acting.

  9. "Absence makes the heart grow fonder"
    Explanation: Distance strengthens affection.

  10. "Every cloud has a silver lining"
    Explanation: There is something good in every difficult situation.

  11. "The early bird catches the worm"
    Explanation: Success comes to those who are proactive.

  12. "Rome wasn’t built in a day"
    Explanation: Great things take time and effort.

  13. "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush"
    Explanation: It’s better to hold onto something you have than risk losing it for something uncertain.

  14. "You can’t judge a book by its cover"
    Explanation: Don't make assumptions based on appearances.

  15. "All that glitters is not gold"
    Explanation: Not everything that looks valuable is truly valuable.

  16. "Two heads are better than one"
    Explanation: Collaboration often yields better results.

  17. "Don’t count your chickens before they hatch"
    Explanation: Don’t assume the outcome before it’s certain.

  18. "Good things come to those who wait"
    Explanation: Patience often leads to rewarding outcomes.

  19. "You reap what you sow"
    Explanation: Your actions determine your results.

  20. "It’s the thought that counts"
    Explanation: The intention behind a gesture is more important than the gesture itself.

Topic 2: "Relationships"

"Navigating the complexities of love, friendships, and family"

These sayings highlight the importance of maintaining meaningful relationships, trust, and the lessons we learn through our connections with others.

  1. "Love is blind"
    Explanation: People in love may overlook flaws in their partners.

  2. "Blood is thicker than water"
    Explanation: Family bonds are stronger than friendships.

  3. "It takes two to tango"
    Explanation: Two people are responsible for an argument or action.

  4. "You can't teach an old dog new tricks"
    Explanation: It’s hard to change someone’s habits, especially later in life.

  5. "A friend in need is a friend indeed"
    Explanation: True friends are those who help you when you need it.

  6. "Home is where the heart is"
    Explanation: Home is not a place but where you feel emotionally attached.

  7. "Keep your friends close and your enemies closer"
    Explanation: It’s wise to watch those who may be a threat closely.

  8. "Love conquers all"
    Explanation: Love can overcome any obstacle.

  9. "The grass is always greener on the other side"
    Explanation: People think others have it better than they do, but that may not be true.

  10. "Opposites attract"
    Explanation: People who are different often complement each other in relationships.

  11. "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned"
    Explanation: A person who has been wronged can seek powerful revenge.

  12. "Out of sight, out of mind"
    Explanation: People tend to forget things or people when they are not around.

  13. "Forgive and forget"
    Explanation: Let go of grudges for peace of mind.

  14. "Old habits die hard"
    Explanation: It’s tough to break established routines or behaviors.

  15. "Familiarity breeds contempt"
    Explanation: Being too close to someone can lead to a lack of respect.

  16. "Birds of a feather flock together"
    Explanation: People with similar interests tend to associate with each other.

  17. "Absence makes the heart grow fonder"
    Explanation: Distance can increase affection.

  18. "Love is a battlefield"
    Explanation: Relationships can be full of conflict but are worth fighting for.

  19. "Actions speak louder than words"
    Explanation: Show love through actions, not just words.

  20. "You can't make someone love you"
    Explanation: Love cannot be forced.

Topic 3: "Life"

"Truths and lessons about the ups and downs of life"

These sayings deal with life's realities, the unexpected, and how to deal with everyday challenges.

  1. "Life is what you make it"
    Explanation: Your actions shape your experiences.

  2. "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade"
    Explanation: Make the best out of difficult situations.

  3. "You only live once" (YOLO)
    Explanation: Take advantage of life because it’s short.

  4. "Live and let live"
    Explanation: Accept others as they are, and allow everyone to live freely.

  5. "Life’s not fair"
    Explanation: Accept that life does not always follow what seems just.

  6. "What goes around comes around"
    Explanation: Actions, good or bad, will return to you eventually.

  7. "The grass is always greener on the other side"
    Explanation: People often think others have better circumstances than themselves.

  8. "All’s well that ends well"
    Explanation: A good outcome makes the difficulties worthwhile.

  9. "Life begins at forty"
    Explanation: Age 40 is seen as a new beginning for many people.

  10. "Where there’s a will, there’s a way"
    Explanation: Determination will lead to success.

Top 100 List

  1. "A stitch in time saves nine" (Wisdom)
  2. "Better late than never" (Wisdom)
  3. "Actions speak louder than words" (Wisdom)
  4. "Love is blind" (Relationships)
  5. "Blood is thicker than water" (Relationships)
  6. "Life is what you make it" (Life)
  7. "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade" (Life)
  8. "You only live once" (Life)
  9. "Honesty is the best policy" (Wisdom)
  10. "You can’t judge a book by its cover" (Wisdom)
  11. "The grass is always greener on the other side" (Relationships)
  12. "It takes two to tango" (Relationships)
  13. "What goes around comes around" (Life)
  14. "Knowledge is power" (Wisdom)
  15. "Absence makes the heart grow fonder" (Relationships)
  16. "You reap what you sow" (Wisdom)
  17. "Rome wasn’t built in a day" (Wisdom)
  18. "The early bird catches the worm" (Wisdom)
  19. "You can't have your cake and eat it too" (Wisdom)
  20. "A friend in need is a friend indeed" (Relationships)
  21. "Good things come to those who wait" (Wisdom)
  22. "Home is where the heart is" (Relationships)
  23. "Forgive and forget" (Relationships)
  24. "Where there’s a will, there’s a way" (Life)
  25. "Look before you leap" (Wisdom)
  26. "A fool and his money are soon parted" (Wisdom)
  27. "Love conquers all" (Relationships)
  28. "Birds of a feather flock together" (Relationships)
  29. "All’s well that ends well" (Life)
  30. "Live and let live" (Life)
  31. "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" (Relationships)
  32. "You can’t teach an old dog new tricks" (Relationships)
  33. "Opposites attract" (Relationships)
  34. "Out of sight, out of mind" (Relationships)
  35. "Don’t count your chickens before they hatch" (Wisdom)
  36. "Old habits die hard" (Relationships)
  37. "Familiarity breeds contempt" (Relationships)
  38. "All that glitters is not gold" (Wisdom)
  39. "Two heads are better than one" (Wisdom)
  40. "The early bird catches the worm" (Wisdom)
  41. "Time heals all wounds" (Life)
  42. "Money can’t buy happiness" (Life)
  43. "The best things in life are free" (Life)
  44. "Easy come, easy go" (Life)
  45. "Don't put all your eggs in one basket" (Wisdom)
  46. "Slow and steady wins the race" (Wisdom)
  47. "Variety is the spice of life" (Life)
  48. "Actions speak louder than words" (Wisdom)
  49. "Practice makes perfect" (Motivation)
  50. "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" (Motivation)
  51. "Failure is the stepping stone to success" (Motivation)
  52. "Don’t cry over spilled milk" (Life)
  53. "Let bygones be bygones" (Relationships)
  54. "The pen is mightier than the sword" (Wisdom)
  55. "Live and learn" (Life)
  56. "Necessity is the mother of invention" (Wisdom)
  57. "You can't have it both ways" (Life)
  58. "The apple doesn't fall far from the tree" (Relationships)
  59. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" (Wisdom)
  60. "Don't judge a book by its cover" (Wisdom)
  61. "Curiosity killed the cat" (Wisdom)
  62. "Fortune favors the bold" (Motivation)
  63. "Ignorance is bliss" (Life)
  64. "The road to hell is paved with good intentions" (Wisdom)
  65. "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" (Relationships)
  66. "A picture is worth a thousand words" (Wisdom)
  67. "Too many cooks spoil the broth" (Wisdom)
  68. "A rolling stone gathers no moss" (Wisdom)
  69. "Blood is thicker than water" (Relationships)
  70. "A watched pot never boils" (Life)
  71. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" (Wisdom)
  72. "Once bitten, twice shy" (Relationships)
  73. "Better safe than sorry" (Wisdom)
  74. "Don’t bite the hand that feeds you" (Relationships)
  75. "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy" (Life)
  76. "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" (Motivation)
  77. "Hope for the best, prepare for the worst" (Wisdom)
  78. "Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today" (Wisdom)
  79. "Don’t cross that bridge until you come to it" (Wisdom)
  80. "The ends justify the means" (Life)
  81. "Actions speak louder than words" (Wisdom)
  82. "You can’t judge a book by its cover" (Wisdom)
  83. "The squeaky wheel gets the grease" (Life)
  84. "The early bird gets the worm" (Wisdom)
  85. "Time is money" (Life)
  86. "Practice makes perfect" (Motivation)
  87. "No pain, no gain" (Motivation)
  88. "Absence makes the heart grow fonder" (Relationships)
  89. "It’s never too late" (Motivation)
  90. "Better late than never" (Wisdom)
  91. "There’s no place like home" (Relationships)
  92. "Don’t burn your bridges" (Relationships)
  93. "Honesty is the best policy" (Wisdom)
  94. "Laughter is the best medicine" (Humor)
  95. "You can't take it with you" (Life)
  96. "One good turn deserves another" (Relationships)
  97. "Strike while the iron is hot" (Motivation)
  98. "A friend in need is a friend indeed" (Relationships)
  99. "Birds of a feather flock together" (Relationships)
  100. "Actions speak louder than words" (Wisdom)

Top 100 Table

Rank Name Topic Tagline
1 A stitch in time saves nine Wisdom "Prevention saves time"
2 Better late than never Wisdom "It’s better to be late than not at all"
3 Actions speak louder than words Wisdom "Actions show more than talk"
4 Love is blind Relationships "Love overlooks flaws"
5 Blood is thicker than water Relationships "Family comes first"
6 Life is what you make it Life "You shape your own life"
7 When life gives you lemons Life "Make the best of a bad situation"
8 You only live once Life "Take risks, life is short"
9 Honesty is the best policy Wisdom "Truth is always the right path"
10 You can’t judge a book by its cover Wisdom "Appearances can be deceiving"
11 The grass is always greener on the other side Relationships "People often think others have it better"
12 It takes two to tango Relationships "Relationships are a two-way street"
13 What goes around comes around Life "Actions come back to you"
14 Knowledge is power Wisdom "Information gives you an advantage"
15 Absence makes the heart grow fonder Relationships "Distance strengthens affection"
16 You reap what you sow Wisdom "Your actions determine your results"
17 Rome wasn’t built in a day Wisdom "Great things take time"
18 The early bird catches the worm Wisdom "Proactivity leads to success"
19 You can't have your cake and eat it too Wisdom "You can't have everything"
20 A friend in need is a friend indeed Relationships "True friends show up in tough times"
21 Good things come to those who wait Wisdom "Patience is rewarding"
22 Home is where the heart is Relationships "Home is where you feel connected"
23 Forgive and forget Relationships "Let go of grudges"
24 Where there’s a will, there’s a way Life "Determination leads to success"
25 Look before you leap Wisdom "Think before you act"
26 A fool and his money are soon parted Wisdom "Unwise people lose their wealth"
27 Love conquers all Relationships "Love can overcome obstacles"
28 Birds of a feather flock together Relationships "People with similar interests stick together"
29 All’s well that ends well Life "A good outcome makes the difficulties worthwhile"
30 Live and let live Life "Accept others as they are"
31 Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned Relationships "Don't underestimate the power of a wronged person"
32 You can’t teach an old dog new tricks Relationships "It's hard to change old habits"
33 Opposites attract Relationships "Different personalities complement each other"
34 Out of sight, out of mind Relationships "People forget what's not in front of them"
35 Don’t count your chickens before they hatch Wisdom "Don’t assume the outcome too early"
36 Old habits die hard Relationships "Established routines are difficult to change"
37 Familiarity breeds contempt Relationships "Being too close can lead to a lack of respect"
38 All that glitters is not gold Wisdom "Not everything that looks valuable is valuable"
39 Two heads are better than one Wisdom "Collaboration often leads to better results"
40 The early bird catches the worm Wisdom "Proactivity leads to success"
41 Time heals all wounds Life "Time can heal emotional pain"
42 Money can’t buy happiness Life "True happiness comes from non-material things"
43 The best things in life are free Life "The most valuable things don’t cost money"
44 Easy come, easy go Life "What comes easily is often lost just as easily"
45 Don't put all your eggs in one basket Wisdom "Diversify your investments or efforts"
46 Slow and steady wins the race Wisdom "Consistency and patience lead to success"
47 Variety is the spice of life Life "Diversity makes life interesting"
48 Actions speak louder than words Wisdom "Show, don't tell"
49 Practice makes perfect Motivation "Keep practicing to improve"
50 You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take Motivation "Take risks to succeed"
51 Failure is the stepping stone to success Motivation "Failures teach valuable lessons"
52 Don’t cry over spilled milk Life "Let go of small mistakes"
53 Let bygones be bygones Relationships "Move on from past disputes"
54 The pen is mightier than the sword Wisdom "Words have more power than violence"
55 Live and learn Life "Learn from your experiences"
56 Necessity is the mother of invention Wisdom "Challenges lead to creative solutions"
57 You can't have it both ways Life "You can't enjoy two opposite things at once"
58 The apple doesn't fall far from the tree Relationships "Children resemble their parents"
59 An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure Wisdom "Preventing problems is better than fixing them"
60 Don’t judge a book by its cover Wisdom "Appearances can be deceiving"
61 Curiosity killed the cat Wisdom "Too much curiosity can lead to trouble"
62 Fortune favors the bold Motivation "Courage leads to success"
63 Ignorance is bliss Life "Sometimes, not knowing is more peaceful"
64 The road to hell is paved with good intentions Wisdom "Good intentions can have bad outcomes"
65 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder Relationships "Perceptions of beauty are subjective"
66 A picture is worth a thousand words Wisdom "Images can convey more than words"
67 Too many cooks spoil the broth Wisdom "Too many people can ruin a plan"
68 A rolling stone gathers no moss Wisdom "People who keep moving don't get stuck"
69 Blood is thicker than water Relationships "Family bonds are stronger than friendships"
70 A watched pot never boils Life "Waiting for something can feel slow"
71 If it ain't broke, don't fix it Wisdom "Don’t change things unnecessarily"
72 Once bitten, twice shy Relationships "Being hurt once makes you cautious"
73 Better safe than sorry Wisdom "Caution prevents regret"
74 Don’t bite the hand that feeds you Relationships "Don’t harm those who help you"
75 All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy Life "Balance work with fun for a full life"
76 A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step Motivation "Start small to reach big goals"
77 Hope for the best, prepare for the worst Wisdom "Stay positive but be prepared"
78 Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today Wisdom "Avoid procrastination"
79 Don’t cross that bridge until you come to it Wisdom "Don’t worry prematurely"
80 The ends justify the means Life "The result can justify the methods"
81 Actions speak louder than words Wisdom "Show, don’t just say"
82 You can’t judge a book by its cover Wisdom "Don’t judge by appearances"
83 The squeaky wheel gets the grease Life "Those who speak up get attention"
84 The early bird gets the worm Wisdom "Being proactive leads to success"
85 Time is money Life "Time is valuable like money"
86 Practice makes perfect Motivation "Consistent practice leads to improvement"
87 No pain, no gain Motivation "Effort leads to rewards"
88 Absence makes the heart grow fonder Relationships "Distance strengthens affection"
89 It’s never too late Motivation "You can start at any time"
90 Better late than never Wisdom "It's better to do it late than never"
91 There’s no place like home Relationships "Home is special and comforting"
92 Don’t burn your bridges Relationships "Don't ruin your relationships"
93 Honesty is the best policy Wisdom "Truth always wins"
94 Laughter is the best medicine Humor "Laughter can heal and relieve stress"
95 You can't take it with you Life "Material possessions don't matter in the end"
96 One good turn deserves another Relationships "Kindness should be repaid with kindness"
97 Strike while the iron is hot Motivation "Take advantage of opportunities"
98 A friend in need is a friend indeed Relationships "True friends show up in tough times"
99 Birds of a feather flock together Relationships "People with similar traits group together"
100 Actions speak louder than words Wisdom "What you do matters more than what you say"

Conclusion:

The year 2024 continues to remind us of the timeless wisdom and lessons contained in these sayings. Whether offering guidance in relationships, motivation, or humor, these phrases reflect the collective human experience and help us navigate through life.