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Opvattingen en Gevoelens - Liefde en Romantiek

Ontdek hoe Engelse spreekwoorden zoals "liefde is blind" en "ieder Jack heeft zijn Jill" liefde en passie in het Engels uitbeelden.

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better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all

used to suggest that the joy and fulfillment of love, even if temporary, outweighs the pain of losing it

Liefde ervaren,  ook als die eindigt

Liefde ervaren, ook als die eindigt

Ex: The heartbroken man consoled himself with the thought that it is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all - he was grateful for the memories and experiences he had shared with his former partner. 
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greater (love|life) hath no man (than this|)

used to imply that the ultimate expression of love is to put the needs and well-being of another person above one's own, even if it requires personal sacrifice or hardship

Ware liefde betekent de ander voor jezelf stellen,  zelfs als dat offers vraagt

Ware liefde betekent de ander voor jezelf stellen, zelfs als dat offers vraagt

Ex: The firefighter rushed into a burning building to save a child, demonstrating that greater love hath no man. 
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hot love (is|) soon cold

used to imply that intense passion in a romantic relationship tends to fade quickly, highlighting the importance of building a relationship on a strong foundation of mutual respect and shared values

Heftige verliefdheid neemt vaak snel af

Heftige verliefdheid neemt vaak snel af

Ex: While it's easy to get swept up in the passion and excitement of a new romance, the saying hot love soon cold, reminds us that building a lasting and meaningful relationship requires a strong foundation of mutual respect, understanding, and shared values. 
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love me little, love me long

used to suggest that a long-lasting and steady love, even if it is not intense or passionate, is more valuable and fulfilling than a fleeting and intense love that burns out quickly

Duurzame liefde is waardevoller dan intense maar kortstondige liefde

Duurzame liefde is waardevoller dan intense maar kortstondige liefde

Ex: The mother advised her daughter to take things slow with her new boyfriend, reminding her that 'love me little, love me long' was the key to a lasting relationship. 
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love begets love

used to imply that when a person shows love and affection towards others, they are likely to receive love and affection in return

Liefde geven brengt vaak liefde terug

Liefde geven brengt vaak liefde terug

Ex: Mary's kindness and generosity towards others has earned her love and respect from everyone she meets.  It just goes to show that love begets love. 
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love and cough cannot be hidden

used to imply that attempting to conceal feelings of love or affection is often unsuccessful, as they have a tendency to become apparent to others, just like the physical reflex of coughing

Liefdesgevoelens zijn meestal moeilijk te verbergen

Liefdesgevoelens zijn meestal moeilijk te verbergen

Ex: Even though Sarah tried to conceal her feelings, her constant blushing and nervous giggling around John made it obvious.  It just goes to show that love and cough cannot be hidden. 
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love is blind

used to imply that love can make a person overlook or excuse flaws or shortcomings in their partner that they might otherwise find unacceptable

Liefde kan ervoor zorgen dat iemand de gebreken van de geliefde over het hoofd ziet

Liefde kan ervoor zorgen dat iemand de gebreken van de geliefde over het hoofd ziet

Ex: The mother who always defended her child's behavior, even when it was clearly inappropriate, demonstrated that love is blind. 
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love sees no (faults|flaws)

used to suggest that when a person is in love, they tend to overlook or forgive the faults and shortcomings of their loved one and see only their positive qualities

Wie verliefd is,  ziet de gebreken van de geliefde vaak over het hoofd

Wie verliefd is, ziet de gebreken van de geliefde vaak over het hoofd

Ex: Despite his flaws and imperfections, Sarah loved John unconditionally.  As the saying goes, love sees no faults. 
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faults are thick where love is thin

used to suggest that when there is little love or emotional connection between people, they are more likely to focus on each other's flaws or shortcomings instead of offering support and understanding

Wanneer de liefde afneemt,  vallen gebreken meer op

Wanneer de liefde afneemt, vallen gebreken meer op

Ex: Sally's friend warned her that faults are thick where love is thin, after Sally complained at length about her boyfriend's habits and quirks.  Suggesting that she may be focusing so much on small imperfections because her feelings for him have faded. 
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love makes the world go (round|around)

used to imply that love is a powerful and positive force that can bring people together, inspire acts of kindness and selflessness, and create a sense of community and belonging

Liefde brengt mensen samen en stimuleert vriendelijkheid

Liefde brengt mensen samen en stimuleert vriendelijkheid

Ex: When the community came together to support those affected by the natural disaster, it was a reminder that love makes the world go round. 
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love me, love my dog

used to emphasize the importance of accepting and respecting the unique qualities and interests of others in relationships

Van iemand houden betekent ook accepteren wat voor die persoon belangrijk is

Van iemand houden betekent ook accepteren wat voor die persoon belangrijk is

Ex: Even though James wasn't a fan of her taste in music, he made an effort to listen to her favorite songs and attend concerts with her.  As the saying goes love me, love my dog. 
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the course of true love never did run smooth

used to imply that true love may encounter difficulties but remains strong and endures despite the challenges

Ware liefde kent moeilijkheden maar kan ze doorstaan

Ware liefde kent moeilijkheden maar kan ze doorstaan

Ex: Even though they faced many challenges in their relationship, Mark and Lisa never lost sight of their love for each other, proving that the course of true love never did run smooth. 
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love laughs at locksmiths

used to imply that when two people are in love, they will find a way to be together, regardless of any obstacles that stand in their way

Geliefden vinden meestal een manier om samen te zijn

Geliefden vinden meestal een manier om samen te zijn

Ex: Even though they lived in different countries, the couple's love remained strong and they found a way to make it work, proving that love laughs at locksmiths. 
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love will (always|) find a way

used to imply that when two people are meant to be together, their love will overcome any obstacles or challenges that may arise

Liefde kan obstakels overwinnen

Liefde kan obstakels overwinnen

Ex: When their schedules didn't align, the couple made a conscious effort to make time for each other.  After all, love will find a way. 
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love cannot exist where there is no trust

used to emphasize the notion that trust is essential for building deep emotional connections and intimacy between individuals

Liefde kan niet bestaan zonder vertrouwen

Liefde kan niet bestaan zonder vertrouwen

Ex: Despite their love for each other, John and Jane's relationship was strained by a lack of trust, demonstrating the truth that love cannot exist where there is no trust. 
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there is always one who kisses, and one who turns the cheek

used to imply that there is often an imbalance of affection or effort in any relationship or interaction, with one person giving more than the other

In relaties geeft de ene persoon vaak meer genegenheid dan de andere

In relaties geeft de ene persoon vaak meer genegenheid dan de andere

Ex: In their friendship, Jake was always the one who made plans and reached out to stay in touch, while his friend Tom tended to be less proactive and more passive.  As they say there is always one who kisses, and one who turns the cheek. 
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there is more pleasure in loving than in being (beloved|loved)

used for saying that experiencing the joy of loving someone brings greater satisfaction than being the object of someone's love

Van iemand houden kan meer voldoening geven dan geliefd worden

Van iemand houden kan meer voldoening geven dan geliefd worden

Ex: I've had my fair share of heartbreak and disappointment, but I still believe that there is more pleasure in loving than in being beloved - it's a risk worth taking. 
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a loveless life is living death

used to imply that a life without love and meaningful connections is empty and unfulfilling, similar to a state of emotional death or numbness

Een leven zonder liefde kan leeg en zinloos aanvoelen

Een leven zonder liefde kan leeg en zinloos aanvoelen

Ex: The man had everything he could ever want, but still felt unhappy and unfulfilled, realizing that a loveless life is living death. 
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all the world loves a lover

used to imply that people are universally drawn to and admire those who are in love

Mensen voelen meestal sympathie voor verliefde mensen

Mensen voelen meestal sympathie voor verliefde mensen

Ex: When Sarah and Jack got engaged, everyone was overjoyed, because all the world loves a lover. 
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every Jack has his Jill

used to suggest that there is a perfect match for everyone, and every person will eventually find their ideal partner or soulmate

Iedereen kan een geschikte partner vinden

Iedereen kan een geschikte partner vinden

Ex: When Sarah's friends teased her about her unusual tastes in music and art, she reminded them that every Jack has his Jill, and she would eventually find someone who appreciated her interests. 
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he that would the daughter win, (must|shall) with the mother first begin

used to imply that a man must win the approval of a young woman's mother if he wishes to pursue a relationship with her, emphasizing the importance of respecting family opinions in matters of love

Een man die een relatie met een vrouw wil,  doet er goed aan ook de goedkeuring van haar moeder te krijgen

Een man die een relatie met een vrouw wil, doet er goed aan ook de goedkeuring van haar moeder te krijgen

Ex: As a parent, I always remind my sons that he that would the daughter win, must with the mother first begin, and that they should always seek to gain the approval and favor of their partner's family. 
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hope is a lover's staff

used to imply that hope is a powerful force that helps people in love to endure difficulties and overcome obstacles, providing them with the strength and support they need to pursue their desires

Hoop helpt geliefden moeilijkheden te doorstaan

Hoop helpt geliefden moeilijkheden te doorstaan

Ex: The couple faced many obstacles, but they never lost hope because they believed that hope is a lover's staff. 
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