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Le livre Street Talk 3 - A Closer Look: Lesson 13

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Street Talk 3

used to imply that a true friend is someone who supports and helps one during difficult times, showing their loyalty and trustworthiness

used to imply that having incomplete knowledge about something can lead to overestimating one's abilities or underestimating the complexity of the subject matter, which can be harmful

used to imply that saving money is just as valuable as earning money, as both contribute to increasing one's overall wealth

used to suggest that constantly monitoring or worrying about something can make it seem like it is taking longer to happen

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

used to imply that in certain situations, such as relationships or conflicts, people may be willing to take any action to achieve their goals, even if it is not morally or ethically right

used to imply that as long as a situation or event has a successful or satisfactory conclusion, any difficulties or problems that occurred along the way are ultimately unimportant

used to imply that true beauty goes beyond superficial appearances and should be judged based on deeper qualities such as kindness, compassion, intelligence, and integrity

used to suggest that in a state of desperation, one must accept whatever is available, rather than being selective or demanding

nécessité fait loi, on ne choisit pas toujours

nécessité fait loi, on ne choisit pas toujours

used to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all

mieux vaut tard que jamais

mieux vaut tard que jamais

used to suggest that it is preferable to take precautions and be cautious in order to avoid problems or regret later on

used to imply that people with similar interests or characteristics tend to associate with each other

Ex: Birds of a feather flock together, which is why the group of musicians spent so much time together .

used to suggest that family bonds are stronger and more significant than other relationships, indicating that familial ties should be prioritized over friendships or other associations

used to emphasize that engaging in illegal or unethical behavior may provide temporary benefits or rewards, but the negative consequences will always outweigh the gains

used to imply that while excessive curiosity can have negative consequences, the pursuit of knowledge or exploration can also be rewarding and fulfilling despite the risks

to be cautious and not assume that something will succeed or happen as planned, as there is always a possibility of unforeseen obstacles or problems

(ne pas) vendre la peau de l’ours avant de l’avoir tué

(ne pas) vendre la peau de l’ours avant de l’avoir tué

to look for faults in a gift, favor, or opportunity that has been given to one, in a way that shows ingratitude

to only rely on one thing or person for achieving success without any alternatives in case it fails

mettre tous ses œufs dans le même panier

mettre tous ses œufs dans le même panier

to not do things in order

used to imply that maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, with sufficient hours of sleep can have a positive impact on one's health, productivity, and overall well-being

used to suggest that when something is obtained or achieved easily, it is often lost or wasted just as easily

used to imply that even in difficult or negative situations, there is often something positive or hopeful to be found

used to imply that everyone will eventually experience a moment of good luck or success, regardless of their current situation or status

la roue tourne

la roue tourne

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

used to suggest that if someone finds something that is not theirs, they are entitled to keep it, and that the original owner has no claim to it

used to suggest that acting hastily or without proper consideration can lead to wasted resources or opportunities, which in turn can lead to a state of want or need

used to imply that the person who ultimately succeeds or triumphs in a situation will experience the greatest satisfaction, especially if they have faced obstacles or criticism from others

used to emphasize that it is always better to tell the truth, even if it may be difficult or inconvenient

used to encourage individuals to continue trying even after experiencing failure or setbacks, with the belief that persistence and resilience are key to achieving success

used to imply that both parties involved in a situation or interaction are equally responsible for the outcome and must cooperate and contribute equally to achieve success

used to promote tolerance and acceptance of different lifestyles, opinions, or beliefs

used to imply that the love of money or excessive focus on wealth can lead to immoral or harmful actions

used to say that when faced with a difficult situation or problem, people are motivated to find new solutions or innovations to overcome it

used to suggest that in the absence of any information, one can assume that everything is going well or according to plan

used to imply that one must dare to take risks in order to achieve something or to be successful

qui ne risque rien n'a rien, qui n'ose rien n'a rien

qui ne risque rien n'a rien, qui n'ose rien n'a rien

used for saying that someone may appear threatening or aggressive, but their actions or behavior are not as harmful or severe as their words

used to imply that regular and persistent practice of a skill or activity is necessary in order to become proficient or skilled at it

Ex: When I started learning how to cook , my grandma told me practice makes perfect, and encouraged me to keep trying different recipes .

to follow the advice or beliefs that one advocates to others, and to set an example through one's own actions

used to imply that people are more likely to believe something if they can see it or experience it for themselves, rather than relying on hearsay or second-hand information

used to imply that the person who starts their day or task early will have an advantage over those who start later or procrastinate

a greater number of things or people involved or present, will make a situation more enjoyable

used to tell someone who is coming off a romantic relationship that they still have many options if they choose to get over the previous one

used to suggest that there are multiple paths to success, and that it is important to be open-minded and flexible in one's approach to problem-solving or achieving goals

tous les chemins mènent à Rome

tous les chemins mènent à Rome

to achieve two goals at the same time only by taking one action

faire d'une pierre deux coups

faire d'une pierre deux coups

used to imply that it is important to seek out and embrace new experiences, activities, and pleasures in life to keep things interesting and enjoyable

Ex: He loved to travel and explore new places , believing variety is the spice of life.

to not worry about something beforehand and deal with it whenever it happens

used to suggest that people will often take advantage of the absence of authority or supervision to do things that they wouldn't do if they were being watched

used to emphasize that if a person is determined enough to do something, they will find a way to do it, regardless of the obstacles or challenges

to form an opinion or make a judgment about something or someone based solely on its outward appearance or initial impression

used to imply that older people are less adaptable to change and new ideas than younger people, as it is difficult or impossible to change someone's old behaviors or habits

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