saying
Translation
saying, proverb, adage, maxim
Examples
As the old saying goes, 'practice makes perfect'.
As the old saying goes, 'practice makes perfect.'
That's a common saying in my country.
That's a common saying in my country.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the saying)) a well-known phrase or proverb That's a common saying.
Similar Words
Synonyms: proverb, expression, idiom, maxim
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'to say'. It refers to something that is frequently 'said' by people.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'say' + '-ing', something that people keep on saying, which becomes a well-known phrase or proverb.