Видна птица по полёту
With accent marks:
Видна́ пти́ца по полёту.
Translation:
A bird is visible by its flight.
Meaning:
You can say anything about yourself, but only your actions will show your true value. A person is judged not by his words, but by his deeds.
The closest English equivalent is "A bird may be known by its song".
Other Russian proverbs
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Любишь кататься, люби и саночки возить
If you like sledding, you should like to carry the sled.
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Laws are not written for fools.
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Не место красит человека, а человек место
It is not a place that makes a person look good, but a person that makes a place look good.
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Silent means consent.
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Eggs don't teach the chicken.
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Hurry to much and you will make people laugh.
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A bad example is contagious.
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Оne can not see the wood for the trees.
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