Virtù & Vizio - Ipocrisia e finzione

used to imply that people should avoid pointing out faults in others if they themselves have similar or worse faults

le persone che vivono in case di vetro non dovrebbero lanciare pietre

used to suggest that before trying to address or correct the faults of others, a person should first focus on addressing their own shortcomings and improving themselves

medico, guarisci te stesso

used to suggest that sweet talk or flattery may be used to manipulate or deceive others, emphasizing the need to be cautious of those who use such tactics

una lingua di miele, un cuore di fiele

used for saying that someone who makes a lot of noise or threats is unlikely to act upon them with any real harm or action

il cane che abbaia non morde mai

used to suggest that a person should act in a way that is consistent with the image they want to project to others, emphasizing the importance of being authentic in one's behavior

sii quello che sembreresti essere

used to advise others to follow the speaker's advice or instructions, even if the speaker does not set a good example by following them

used to imply that those who are least knowledgeable or skilled tend to be the most talkative, while the more knowledgeable ones are often quieter

le navi vuote fanno più rumore

used to suggest that the person's apparent politeness and charm may be used as a means to achieve their own interests or objectives

pieno di cortesia, pieno di mestiere