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Face2Face - Advanced - Unit 1 - 1C

Here, you will find the vocabulary from Unit 1 - 1C in the Face2Face Advanced coursebook, such as "Once bitten, twice shy," "Better late than never," etc.

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Face2Face - Advanced
Rome was not built in a day

used to emphasize that significant achievements or accomplishments require time, effort, and patience, and cannot be completed quickly or easily

Ex: Don’t worry if the project seems overwhelming; Rome was not built in a day. 
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once bitten, twice shy

used for saying that after experiencing a negative or painful event, individuals become more cautious and wary in similar situations

Ex: After the failed investment, he became more cautious—once bitten, twice shy. 
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actions speak louder than words

used to say that people's actions show their true intentions or beliefs more clearly than their words

Ex: Actions speak louder than words when it comes to leadership. It's not enough to just talk about what needs to be done, you have to lead by example. 
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one man's meat is another man's poison

used for saying that what is enjoyable or beneficial for one person may be unappealing or harmful to another person due to individual differences, tastes, or preferences

Ex: Don't criticize her taste in music—one man's meat is another man's poison. 
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nothing ventured, nothing gained

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

Ex: I was nervous about applying for that job, but I knew that nothing ventured, nothing gained, so I went for it. 
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better late than never

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

Ex: I finally submitted my application. Better late than never, right? 
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