Запретный плод сладок
With accent marks:
Запре́тный плод сла́док.
Translation:
The forbidden fruit is sweet.
Meaning:
Similar proverbs are found in many languages of the world. They all originate from the Bible.
Nowadays, the expression is used as a warning to those who like to enjoy harmful activities: smoking, drinking alcohol, etc.
Other Russian proverbs
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An old friend is better than two new ones.
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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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You can't hide an awl in a bag.
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You can't command to the heart.
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Лучше горькая правда, чем сладкая ложь
Bitter truth is better than sweet lies.
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Готовь сани летом, а телегу зимой
Get your sleigh ready in summer and your (horse-drawn) cart in winter.
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Patience and labor will grind everything.
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Crowded, but not aggrieved.
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