Spanish Sayings
My collection of 400+ Spanish Sayings
When learning Spanish, or any language for that matter, it is absolutely essential to get to "what makes a language unique". Learning Spanish sayings is by no means a thing that only advanced spanish speakers should do. It is fun for everyone!
The list of Spanish sayings below is arranged such that there is always an English equivalent of the Spanish saying. This makes it fun to compare and you can then read the literal translation to see whether you have understood the difference. Sometimes the sayings are strikingly similar in different languages! The fact is, that much of the Hispanic cultures is actually expressed with sayings. You will notice that when people are asked about sayings in their own language they feel priviledged to have that knowledge.
If you know of a Spanish or an English saying that you would like to add to the list please let me know. Alternatively, you can share your knowledge with more friends on Spanish Word-a-Day via the Facebook page. That way we all learn together! You can also check out this great collection of Spanish quotes.
I hope this will help you learn Spanish online and is a good source for you to learn Spanish for free!
Have fun! Saludos, Chris
Spanish Saying
El que nace para medio nunca llega a real.
English Equivalent
If you don't have what it takes you won't make it big.
Literal Translation
The one who is born for halves never reaches the full.
Spanish Saying
El remedio puede ser peor que la enfermedad.
English Equivalent
Sometimes the remedy is worse than the disease.
Literal Translation
The remedy can be worse than the disease.
Spanish Saying
El tiempo lo cura todo.
English Equivalent
Time heals all wounds.
Literal Translation
Time cures everything.
Spanish Saying
En los nidos de antaño, no hay pájaros hogaño.
English Equivalent
Things have changed.
Literal Translation
In the nest of the last year there are no birds of this year.