This tag is for questions seeking a proverb that fits a certain context. If you are asking more generally about a suitable phrase to use in a particular context, see the "phrase-request" tag.
Use this tag for questions that are about finding a proverb to fit a given context or convey a certain idea. Describe the intended meaning, connotation, and/or context in as much detail as you can. Questions that show no research are likely to be closed.
As Collins explains,
A proverb is a short sentence that people often quote, because it gives advice or tells you something about life.
An old Arab proverb says, "The enemy of my enemy is my friend."
Question Checklist:
Before making a proverb request, ask yourself the following questions (taken from this meta topic about good request questions):
- Does the question describe exactly in what context you want to use the proverb?
- Does the question specify the criteria for which the suggested proverb will be accepted?
- Does the question list which proverbs you didn't like?
- Does the question show that you searched for a suitable proverb before asking the question?
