Не рой яму другому, сам в неё попадешь
With accent marks:
Не рой я́му друго́му, сам в неё попадёшь.
Translation:
Do not dig a hole for another one, you will fall into it yourself.
Meaning:
This proverb is very old and has its analogues in many languages. It is also found in the text of the Bible.
Its meaning is very clear: do not cause trouble to another one, the circumstances can turn against you.
Other Russian proverbs
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Одна голова хорошо, а две – лучше
One head is good, but two ones are better.
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Не так страшен чёрт, как его малюют
The demon is not as scary as he is depicted.
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Don’t wave your fists after the fight.
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You can't hide an awl in a bag.
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Как аукнется, так и откликнется
What goes around comes around.
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Being a guest is good, but being at home is better.
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Дарёному коню в зубы не смотрят
Do not look at a given horse's teeth.
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По одёжке встречают, по уму провожают
You are greeted by your clothes but bid farewell by your mind.
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