How to pronounce proverb

Listen to proverb in real sentences, spoken by real people in public video clips that play here, on YouTongue. No dictionary recording — the word as it is actually used.

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“proverb” in real sentences

123 clips in the index · 13 American · 18 British · 10 Australian · 1 New Zealand. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.

  1. And finally, a proverb about the utility of proverbs.

    The School of Life · hear it here

  2. One proverb that came to mind, for those listening there are seven

    RNZ · hear it here

  3. But remember the old French pro proverb when it comes to delivery.

    The Scottish Parliament · hear it here

  4. It's walking a mile in their shoes, as the the proverb says.

    Big Think · hear it here

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