Gedrag, Houding en Benadering - Tactloosheid en onachtzaamheid

used to imply that while two people or groups are too busy competing or fighting with each other, a third person or group can take advantage of the situation and benefit from it

terwijl twee honden vechten om botten, rent een derde ermee weg

used to imply that it is unwise to use drastic or extreme measures to solve a small problem, as it may cause greater harm than good

used to suggest that efforts made in plain sight or without strategy are often futile and ineffective

used to imply that having only one option or plan can be risky and leave a person vulnerable to danger or failure, emphasizing the importance of being resourceful and adaptable

de muis die maar één gat heeft, wordt snel meegenomen

used to suggest that trying to do too many things at once can lead to a lack of focus and a decrease in overall effectiveness

used to highlight the power of words to cause harm or destruction, encouraging individuals to use them thoughtfully and with care for their impact on others

de tong is maar tien centimeter lang, maar toch kan hij een man van twee meter lang doden

used to suggest that words have the power to hurt or harm others, and that care should be taken to use them wisely and with consideration for their impact

de tong is niet van staal, maar snijdt wel

used to warn that while humor may not create enemies, it can often offend or hurt friends and cause them to distance themselves

een grap levert nooit een vijand op, maar verliest vaak een vriend

used to emphasize the importance of valuing competence over social status, as having a high status without the necessary skills can lead to arrogance, incompetence, and ultimately failure

goedheid zonder bekwaamheid is erger dan gewone bedelarij

used to advise against harming one's own environment, community, or relationships, as it will ultimately lead to negative consequences for oneself.

used to warn against overusing a particular approach or strategy, as doing so can lead to diminishing returns or even failure

de werper zal een keer te vaak naar de put gaan

used to imply that being overly cautious or passive prevents one from taking action and achieving desired results

een kat met handschoenen vangt geen muizen