Добродетель & Порок - Лицемерие и Притворство

Исследуйте английские пословицы, изображающие лицемерие и притворство, включая "врачу, исцелися сам" и "вежливости полон, хитрости полон".

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people who live in glass houses should not throw stones

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

Прежде чем критиковать других, посмотри на свои недостатки

Ex: The celebrity was quick to judge others for their fashion choices, but someone pointed out that he had been caught wearing a similar outfit a few years ago. It was a reminder that people who live in glass houses should not throw stones.

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physician, heal thyself

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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

Исправь себя, прежде чем исправлять других

Ex: The manager was criticizing his employees for being unproductive, but someone pointed out that he had been taking long breaks and leaving early. As the saying goes, physician, heal thyself.

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a honey tongue, a heart of gall

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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

Сладкие слова могут скрывать дурные намерения

Ex: The celebrity's public persona was sweet and kind, but her staff knew that she could be demanding and difficult to work with - she had a honey tongue, but a heart of gall, as the saying goes.

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barking dog never bites

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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

Кто много угрожает, часто ничего не делает

Ex: The boss was known for his angry outbursts, but his employees knew that he never followed through on his threats - a clear example of how a barking dog never bites.

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be what you would seem to be

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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

Веди себя в соответствии с тем, каким хочешь казаться

Ex: He always presented himself as honest and trustworthy, and because he believed in the saying 'be what you would seem to be,' he never lied or acted in a deceitful manner.

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do as I say and not as I do

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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

Делай, что я говорю

Ex: I told my son to never smoke, but he caught me smoking and I had to remind him to do as I say and not as I do.

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empty vessels make the most noise

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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

Менее знающие часто говорят больше всех

Ex: The internet is full of people who talk a big game, but when it comes to actually doing something, they disappear - it's a prime example of empty vessels making the most noise.

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full of courtesy, full of craft

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

Чрезмерная вежливость может скрывать хитрость

Ex: The real estate agent was always polite to his clients, but he also knew how to use his charm to close a deal. It's a classic example of 'full of courtesy, full of craft.'

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Добродетель & Порок
Важность морали и добродетели	Аморальность и Злоупотребление	Коррупция	Лицемерие и Притворство
Правда и Обман	Ложь	Искушения

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