Today we will learn about “refranes” in Spanish. “Refranes” are sayings or proverbs and they are part of a country´s histoy and folklore. Below are some Spanish refranes, their correspondent in English and their literal translation.
1. El que no oye consejo no llega a viejo. (He who hears no advice will not reach an old age) – Advice when most needed is least heeded.
2. Quien tiene lengua, a Roma llega. (He who has a tongue, gets to Rome.) – Ask and you shall receive.
3. Más vale precaver que tener que lamentar. (It´s better to prevent than to have to lament.) – Better safe than sorry.
