In vino veritas
This is the original Latin version of the proverb In wine there is truth.
Proverbs starting with letter I
In the country of the blind, the one-eyed man is king
If a man shows greater ability than those around him he has a decided advantage, even though his talents are not really out-standing. Metaphorically, even with only one eye he rules like a king over... Read more →
In peace prepare for war
Another version of If you want peace, prepare for war.
In for a penny, in for a pound
Once we have admitted ourselves to some extent in an undertaking, we may as well go through with it.
In a calm sea every man is a pilot
We are all ready to do the other fellow's job – or offer advice – when there is no risk attached, but we are not so eager to volunteer when danger threatens. D'Arcy Wentworth Thompson, the... Read more →
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery
To flatter is to give too much praise, to compliment unduly. By its very nature it is insincere, not an expression of honest opinion. If, however, we imitate a person - that is, do as he does - we... Read more →
Ill weeds grow apace
Though the plants we value will not grow in our gardens without endless care and attention, worthless weeds always thrive; and worthless people seem to thrive also.
An ill payer never wants an excuse
Here 'wants' means 'lacks'. A man who keeps his creditors waiting always has an excuse ready for not paying their bills.
Ill news comes apace
This is the old version of Bad news travels fast.
If you want peace, prepare for war
By arming itself to meet aggression, a country reduces the risk of being attacked. George Washington said in his address to Congress on January 8th, 1790: 'To be prepared for war is the most... Read more →
