Proverbs with the word Head

Fish begins to stink at the head

The proverb “Fish begins to stink at the head” is an old saying that has been used for centuries to refer to a situation in which the... Read more →

Better to be the head of a dog than the tail of a lion

It is better to be in a leading position of a small group than one of the numeral followers of a bigger one, in which case one's skills and... Read more →

Two heads are better than one

It is an advantage to confer with somebody else before reaching an important decision. 'I've got a problem on my mind, Harry. Give me the... Read more →

A still tongue makes a wise head

You will learn more by listening to other people than by talking yourself.

You cannot put old heads on young shoulders

You cannot expect young people to be a wise and prudent as their elders.

Better be the head of a dog than the tail of a lion

Another old proverb says the same thing more clearly: 'Better be the head of the yeomanry than the tail of the gentry.' In other words, it's... Read more →

Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown

This is the penalty of greatness. None are completely wretched but the great, Superior woes superior stations bring; A peasant sleeps, while... Read more →