Cualidades - Superficialidad

used to imply that a person's true beauty lies in their virtues, personality, and inner qualities, which surpass the need for external enhancements

una buena cara no necesita pintura

used to warn that appearances can be deceiving, so it is important to look beyond a person's outward appearance or charm to understand their true character or intentions

una cara hermosa puede ocultar un corazón asqueroso

used to say that external appearances or material possessions do not change one's true nature or inherent qualities

un mono vestido de seda es un mono nada menos

used to suggest that people's lives and relationships may appear better or more ideal from a distance, but the reality may be different when seen up close

cada pareja no es una pareja

used to imply the importance of a rich inner life for true satisfaction, as external success cannot guarantee inner fulfillment, and even the successful may feel empty or unhappy

afuera ruidoso, adentro vacío

used to suggest that those who make the most noise or attract the most attention may not have much depth or substance to their words or actions

los arroyos poco profundos generan la mayor parte del ruido

used to imply that people or things that appear calm or unremarkable on the surface may actually have great depth or complexity

aguas tranquilas son profundas

used to convey the idea that no matter how much one tries to disguise or enhance the appearance of something or someone, their true nature or essence remains unchanged

Puedes ponerle lápiz labial a un cerdo, pero sigue siendo un cerdo.

used to imply that people should not be judged solely based on accusations or appearances, and that it's important to assess the facts and evidence before making any conclusions

No todos son ladrones a los que los perros les ladran.

used to warn that people or situations may be deliberately deceptive, and that it is important to be cautious and discerning in order to avoid being taken advantage of or harmed

used to imply that sometimes unpleasant experiences or difficult decisions may have positive or beneficial outcomes over time

Las pastillas amargas pueden tener efectos benditos

used to suggest that people should not judge others based solely on their outward demeanor or behavior, as someone who appears cold or distant may actually be warm and caring

used to imply that people should not be judged or criticized based solely on their external appearance or behavior, as underlying factors may not be immediately apparent

Las faltas de todos no están escritas en la frente.

used to emphasize that even in seemingly safe situations, people should be aware of potential dangers and threats

No creo que no haya cocodrilos sólo porque el agua está en calma.

use to imply that appearances or reputations can be deceiving and should not be relied upon to judge someone or something's true character or abilities

el león no es tan feroz, como él también está pintado