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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Лучше синица в руках, чем журавль в небе
A titmouse in hands is better than a crane in the sky.
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Better late than never.
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Оne can not see the wood for the trees.
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За что боролись, на то и напоролись
We got what we fought for.
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You can't hide an awl in a bag.
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В здоровом теле – здоровый дух
In a healthy body, healthy mind.
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The one who walks will go through.
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Кабы знал, где упасть, так соломки бы подстелил
If I knew where I would fall, I would lay some straw there.
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