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Relations Humaines - Liaison Humaine

Découvrez comment les proverbes anglais comme "c'est la compagnie qui fait la fête" et "loin des yeux, loin du cœur" dépeignent les liens humains en anglais.

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better a dinner of herbs than a stalled ox where hate is

used to emphasize the value of genuine connections and meaningful interactions over superficial or extravagant experiences

Un repas simple avec amour vaut mieux que le luxe avec haine

Un repas simple avec amour vaut mieux que le luxe avec haine

Ex: When I was a student, I shared a small apartment with my best friend.  We didn't have much money, but we always enjoyed cooking and eating together.  We often said that better a dinner of herbs than a stalled ox where hate is. 
the company makes the feast

used to imply that good company can enhance the enjoyment of a meal or gathering, emphasizing the value of social connections and relationships in creating a positive atmosphere

La bonne compagnie rend le repas agréable

La bonne compagnie rend le repas agréable

Ex: Sarah was nervous about hosting her first dinner party, but her mom reassured her that the food was secondary because as they say it's the company that makes the feast. 
(adversity|politics) makes strange bedfellows

used to imply difficult situations can bring together unlikely allies, as people may put aside their differences to work toward a common goal in the face of adversity

L'adversité peut unir même des adversaires

L'adversité peut unir même des adversaires

Ex: The man had always been at odds with his neighbor, but when a natural disaster struck their community, they both realized that adversity makes strange bedfellows, working together to help their neighbors and rebuild their community. 
(absence|distance) makes the heart grow fonder

used to suggest that being separated from someone or something can increase one's affection and appreciation for them

L'absence peut renforcer l'affection

L'absence peut renforcer l'affection

Ex: The woman had been away from her family for several months and realized that absence makes the heart grow fonder, as she felt a stronger emotional attachment to them upon her return. 
better be alone than in bad company

used to emphasize the importance of choosing one's companions carefully and avoiding negative influences, even if it means being alone

Mieux vaut être seul que mal accompagné

Mieux vaut être seul que mal accompagné

Ex: When Jane realized that her friends were involved in illegal activities, she decided to distance herself from them, remembering the saying better be alone than in bad company 
clothing is cherishable when new, but relationship when old

used to imply that while new things may bring temporary joy, long-lasting relationships are more valuable and worthy of cherishing

Le neuf plaît,  mais les vieilles relations valent davantage

Le neuf plaît, mais les vieilles relations valent davantage

Ex: My grandmother always tells me that clothing is cherishable when new, but relationship when old, and that I should always prioritize the people in my life over material possessions. 
familiarity breeds contempt

used to suggest that the more familiar one becomes with someone or something, the more likely one is to develop a negative attitude or lack of respect toward them

Trop de familiarité peut diminuer le respect

Trop de familiarité peut diminuer le respect

Ex: Mark had always admired his boss, but after working for him for several years, he began to see his boss's weaknesses, and he started to develop a sense of contempt towards him, proving that familiarity breeds contempt. 
good company on the road is the shortest cut

used to imply that having good companionship on a journey can make the journey seem shorter and more enjoyable

Une bonne compagnie rend le voyage plus court et agréable

Une bonne compagnie rend le voyage plus court et agréable

Ex: I was dreading the long road trip, but having my best friend with me made it much more enjoyable; after all, good company on the road is the shortest cut. 
long absent, soon forgotten

used to imply that when someone is away for a long time, people tend to forget about them or lose interest in them

Une longue absence mène à l'oubli

Une longue absence mène à l'oubli

Ex: After moving away from her hometown, Sarah quickly realized that the saying long absent, soon forgotten was true, as many of her old friends gradually stopped keeping in touch. 
out of sight, out of mind

used to imply that people tend to forget about things or people that are no longer visible or present in their lives

Ce qu'on ne voit plus finit par s'oublier

Ce qu'on ne voit plus finit par s'oublier

Ex: Despite their best efforts to stay in touch, the couple found that they slowly drifted apart after spending several months in different countries.  As the saying goes, out of sight, out of mind. 
far from eye, far from heart

used to suggest that when people or things are physically distant, there is a tendency for individuals to forget about them and feel less emotionally attached

La distance peut affaiblir l'attachement

La distance peut affaiblir l'attachement

Ex: I used to talk to my childhood friend every day, but now that he lives on the other side of the world, it's been months since we've spoken.  Far from eye, far from heart, I guess. 
they are not dead who live in the hearts they leave behind

used to imply that people who have passed away continue to live on through the memories and love they leave behind in the hearts of those who knew them

Les morts vivent dans la mémoire de leurs proches

Les morts vivent dans la mémoire de leurs proches

Ex: When they lost their friend in a tragic accident, they found comfort in the thought that he would always be with them, as he lived on through the memories and stories they shared.  As they say, they are not dead who live in the hearts they leave behind. 
the blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb

used to suggest that chosen relationships based on shared experiences and mutual loyalty are more important than those based solely on blood ties that are not chosen

Les liens choisis peuvent être plus forts que les liens du sang

Les liens choisis peuvent être plus forts que les liens du sang

Ex: When Maria's friends supported her during a difficult time, even when her siblings didn't, she realized how the blood of the covenant is thicker than the water of the womb. 
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