Proverbs are brief instructive expressions that suggest a specific action, behavior, or judgment. They have the power to teach people the more essential truths about life and the complexity of living. In Filipino, proverbs are called salawikain or sawikain. They prescribe norms, impart a lesson, or emphasize traditions and beliefs in community.
Examples:
Walang liligaya sa lupa na di dinilig ng luha.
Ang kapalaran ko di ko man hanapin, dudulog lalapit kung talagang akin.
Walang utang na di pinagbabayaran.
Huli man at magaling, ay naihahabol din.
Kay tagal nanindahan, kabili-bili'y balindang.
