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Cualidades - Calidad y Rendimiento

Explora los proverbios ingleses sobre calidad y rendimiento, incluyendo "una campana agrietada nunca puede sonar bien" y "buena semilla hace buena cosecha".

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a cracked bell can never sound well

used to imply that something that is damaged or flawed will never work properly, regardless of its other qualities or potential, as the flaw can significantly impact its effectiveness

Algo defectuoso nunca funciona del todo bien

Algo defectuoso nunca funciona del todo bien

Ex: The writer's grammatical errors and poor sentence structure made it challenging for readers to understand their ideas, proving that a cracked bell can never sound well. 
a diamond with a flaw is better than a common stone that is perfect

used to suggest that something of high value, even with a minor imperfection, is more desirable than something ordinary or mundane that is perfect

Algo valioso con un defecto es mejor que algo común y perfecto

Algo valioso con un defecto es mejor que algo común y perfecto

Ex: The speaker's slight stuttering did not detract from the power of her message, as a diamond with a flaw is better than a common stone that is perfect. 
a good tale is none the worse for being told twice

used to suggest that a good story is timeless and can be enjoyed and appreciated regardless of how many times it is repeated

Una buena historia no pierde su valor al repetirse

Una buena historia no pierde su valor al repetirse

Ex: The teacher retold a classic fable to her students, knowing that a good tale is none the worse for being told twice and that the story's lessons were worth repeating. 
cheapest is (often|) (the|) dearest

used to imply that opting for the least expensive option can end up being the most expensive in the long run, as it may require further expenses to fix problems or replace low-quality goods

La opción más barata puede acabar siendo la más cara

La opción más barata puede acabar siendo la más cara

Ex: I thought I was getting a good deal on this used car, but the constant repairs and maintenance costs have made it clear that cheapest is dearest. 
good seed makes (for|) a good crop

used to suggest that starting with high-quality materials or resources leads to better outcomes and long-term success

Los buenos materiales y recursos producen mejores resultados

Los buenos materiales y recursos producen mejores resultados

Ex: The business owner understood that hiring talented employees was essential for a successful company, as good seed makes a good crop. 
(a|) good wine needs no bush

used to suggest that something of high quality or value does not require advertising or promotion, as its excellence is apparent

Lo que tiene calidad no necesita publicidad

Lo que tiene calidad no necesita publicidad

Ex: The salesman confidently presented his product, knowing that good wine needs no bush. 
if you want (something|a thing) done (right|well), (you might as well|) do it yourself

used to suggest that to ensure a task is completed to a high standard, it is best to undertake it oneself rather than relying on others

Para asegurar la calidad,  a veces es mejor hacerlo uno mismo

Para asegurar la calidad, a veces es mejor hacerlo uno mismo

Ex: The homeowner decided to fix the leaky faucet on their own, believing that if you want something done right, do it yourself and knowing that relying on a plumber could lead to a suboptimal result. 
if (a thing|it) is worth doing, it is worth doing well

used to imply that important tasks or activities deserve one's full effort and attention to ensure a successful outcome

Lo que merece hacerse,  merece hacerse bien

Lo que merece hacerse, merece hacerse bien

Ex: The software developer took the time to write clean and efficient code, recognizing that if a thing is worth doing, it is worth doing well and ensuring that the program was of the highest quality. 
small is beautiful

used to imply that small or simple things can be just as significant and admirable as large or complex things, emphasizing that worth or quality is not necessarily linked to size or complexity

Las cosas pequeñas también pueden ser bellas y valiosas

Las cosas pequeñas también pueden ser bellas y valiosas

Ex: The small, family-owned restaurant may not have an elaborate menu, but the food is delicious and made with care, proving that small is beautiful and emphasizing that something small can be of high quality and value. 
good and (quickly|quick) seldom meet

used to war that it is difficult to achieve both speed and high quality simultaneously, suggesting that a focus on one may come at the expense of the other

La rapidez y la alta calidad rara vez van juntas

La rapidez y la alta calidad rara vez van juntas

Ex: The software developer focused on creating high-quality code, rather than rushing to meet a deadline, acknowledging that good and quickly seldom meet and recognizing that poor-quality software could lead to additional expenses and problems. 
good things (tend to|) (come|arrive) in small packages

used to suggest that something small can have great value or significance, and that one should not judge the worth of something based solely on its size or outward appearance

Algo pequeño puede tener gran valor

Algo pequeño puede tener gran valor

Ex: Just because the book is short doesn't mean it's not worth reading.  Good things come in small packages, you know. 
jack of all trades is a master of none

used to imply that a person who tries to do many different things may not become excellent or an expert in any one thing

Quien hace muchas cosas puede no dominar ninguna

Quien hace muchas cosas puede no dominar ninguna

Ex: He had dabbled in many different fields but recognized that a jack of all trades is a master of none, so he decided to focus on one area and become a true expert. 
a creaking door hangs longest

used to imply that something that is old or of poor quality is often more durable or long-lasting than something new or of better quality

Algo viejo o de menor calidad a veces dura más

Algo viejo o de menor calidad a veces dura más

Ex: The old radio had been in the family for generations and was still working, providing clear sound and reminding the family that a creaking door hangs longest. 
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