Russian proverb of the week
Чем дальше в лес, тем больше дров
With accent marks:
Чем да́льше в лес, тем бо́льше дров.
Translation:
The further into the forest, the more firewood is there.
Meaning:
The deeper you delve into anything, the more difficulties, surprises, complications previously hidden are revealed.
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Как аукнется, так и откликнется
What goes around comes around.
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The one who walks will go through.
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Do not spit in the well - you will need it when thirsty
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There is no smoke without fire.
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A wolf is fed by his legs
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Another's soul is darkness.
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Water wears away a stone.
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