Не хлебом единым жив человек
With accent marks:
Не хле́бом еди́ным жив челове́к.
Translation:
Man does not live thanks to bread alone.
Meaning:
So we say when we want to remind ourselves or others that people have more than just material needs. Regardless of their age, religion or views, people need the spiritual and emotional side of life as much as their daily bread.
Other Russian proverbs
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The morning is wiser than the evening.
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Hurry to much and you will make people laugh.
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Всё хорошо, что хорошо кончается
All is well that ends well.
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Patience and labor will grind everything.
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Не руби сук, на котором сидишь
Do not chop the branch you sit on
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You see your friends in the times of trouble.
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Repetition is the mother of learning.
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Одна голова хорошо, а две – лучше
One head is good, but two ones are better.
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