Children resemble their parents in character, behaviour, or abilities. Like father, like son.

Someone younger or less experienced is trying to teach or correct someone older and wiser. The student thinks they know better than the teacher.

A shorter, punchier version of the same idea: someone inexperienced presumes to know more than those with greater experience.

First impressions and appearances matter. People judge you and treat you based on how you present yourself.

A nature-based weather proverb: if thrushes sing from the treetops, spring is near; if they sing from within the branches, spring is still far off.

You get back what you give. If you treat others poorly, expect the same in return. Karma expressed in folk form.

A weather proverb: whatever the weather is like on Candlemas (February 2), it will be the same on Saint Joseph's Day (March 19).

If the stork arrives on Saint Joseph's Day (March 19), it still brings the last remnants of winter snow on its wings — meaning late winter cold can still …

If it is warm on Saint Matthias's Day (February 24), the cold weather will drag on for a long time yet. Unseasonable warmth in February is a bad sign for …

Losing a father makes a child half an orphan, but losing a mother makes them a complete orphan. The proverb reflects the irreplaceable role of the mother.

If God allows it, anything can happen — even a stick can sprout. Divine will can make the impossible possible.

When someone is busy eating (or occupied with something they want), they stop complaining. You can't do two things at once — especially talk and eat.

If bees leave the hive early in spring, it foretells a late frost in May. A folk weather proverb warning that an early warm spell can be deceptive.

A deeply misogynistic old proverb claiming that a woman who is not beaten becomes morally corrupt. Recorded here as a historical artefact; the sentiment is …

If you want to hit a dog, you'll find a stick. Meaning: if someone is determined to harm or blame another, they will always find a pretext or means to do so.

When a daughter is born, it is as if seven thieves had tunnelled into the storeroom. An old proverb reflecting the historical economic burden placed on families …

When a person hurries, the devil rejoices. Haste leads to mistakes, and mistakes serve the devil's purposes. A warning against rushing.

Once a tree has fallen, everyone chops it up and burns it. When someone powerful falls from grace, everyone is quick to take advantage or pile on.

As Saint Catherine's Day (25 November) presents itself weatherwise, so will the New Year. A folk calendar proverb linking the feast of St Catherine to New Year …

If you don't have what you like, you like what you have. A pragmatic acceptance of one's circumstances — make the best of what you've got.

If you don't have what you say (i.e. can't back up your words), you end up in bed with whoever you're playing with. A sardonic proverb about the consequences of …

When he was courting, he made promises; once he got what he wanted, he stopped. A wry observation about how people (especially suitors) abandon their promises …

As you make your bed, so you will sleep in it. Your outcomes are the direct result of your own actions and choices.

If January is wet and muddy, July will be rainy. A folk weather proverb pairing the first and seventh months.

If there is snow on St Blaise's Day (3 February), Easter Sunday will be sunny. A folk weather proverb linking the feast of St Blaise to Easter weather.

As long as the world exists, a German will never be a brother to a Pole. A historical proverb expressing deep-seated Polish–German antagonism rooted in …

If St Agnes (21 January) releases snow from her bag, it won't stop until St Francis's Day (4 October). A hyperbolic folk proverb saying that snow starting …

When there is fear, people turn to God. People remember religion most when they are in trouble or danger.

As you treat others, so they will treat you. A concise statement of reciprocity and the golden rule.

As you treat your father, so your son will treat you. Children learn behaviour from their parents; what you model, you will receive in return.

In a group, things go better; alone, they go worse. There is strength and efficiency in numbers and community.

If it rains on St Anne's Day (26 July), worms will eat the hazelnuts. A folk proverb predicting a poor nut harvest when it rains on this feast day.

If the stars shine brightly on Christmas Eve, the hens will lay eggs well. A folk proverb linking clear Christmas Eve skies to a productive year for poultry.

When the mother's spirit is gone (she dies), the children scatter like down. A proverb about how a mother holds the family together — once she is gone, the …

"Like in the time of King Augustus: eat, drink, and loosen your belt." A sardonic reference to the reign of the Saxon kings (August II and August III) in …

As Candlemas goes, so goes Saint Matthias's Day. A folk weather proverb: the weather on Candlemas (2 February) predicts the weather around Saint Matthias's Day …

As the apple tree, so the apple. Children take after their parents — character and qualities are inherited.

As the mother, so the tops (of the plant). Children resemble their mothers. "Nać" refers to the leafy tops of root vegetables — a rustic metaphor for offspring. …

As Saint Margaret's Day goes, so will the second half of summer. A folk weather proverb: the weather on Saint Margaret's Day (20 July) predicts the rest of the …

As the mother, so the daughter. Daughters inherit their mothers' traits, habits, and character.

As the pay, so the work. You get the quality of work you pay for — low wages produce low effort.

As the work, so the pay. Reward is proportional to effort — hard work earns good pay, poor work earns little.

As Saint Bartholomew's Day goes, so goes September; as Saint Martin's Day goes, so goes winter. A folk weather proverb linking two feast days to the seasons …

As the loaf, so the crust; as the mother, so the daughter. The outer reflects the inner — and children reflect their parents.

As the root was, so the shoots; as the mother, so the daughters. Character and nature are passed down through generations.

As the bread, so the crust; as the mother, so the daughter. A variant of the loaf-and-crust proverb emphasising that children take after their parents.

As Saint Bartholomew's Day is, such is the hope for autumn. The weather on 24 August predicts what the coming autumn will be like.

As the root, so the tops; as the daughter, so the mother. A rustic proverb about inherited character — the plant metaphor (root and leafy tops) mirrors the …

As Saint Michael's Day goes, so goes spring. The weather on 29 September is said to predict the following spring.

As the father, so the son. Sons inherit their fathers' character and ways.

As the master, so the stall. The quality of a business or enterprise reflects the character of the person running it.

As the ox, so the hide; as the mother, so the daughter. The outer quality reflects the inner nature — and daughters take after their mothers.

As the tree, so the bark; as the mother, so the daughter. The outer reflects the inner, and children take after their parents.

As the tree, so the wedge; as the father, so the son. The material determines the tool made from it — and sons take after their fathers.

As the apple, so the skin; as the mother, so the daughter. The outer reflects the inner, and daughters take after their mothers.

As the mothers, so the children. Children's character and behaviour reflect how their mothers raised them.

As the fatherhood, so the obedience. The way a father raises his children determines how obedient they will be.

As the Annunciation goes, so goes Easter. The weather on the Annunciation (25 March) predicts the weather at Easter.

As a person appears, so they quietly remain. People's true nature matches the impression they give — or, more cynically, people don't change; they just become …

As you honour your parents, so your children will honour you. A proverb about reciprocity across generations — how you treat your elders is how you will be …

As you raised your son, so he will deal with you. How you bring up your children determines how they will treat you when you are old.

As you (feminine) raised your son, so he will deal with you. The feminine-addressed variant of the proverb about reaping what you sow in child-rearing.

The swallow and the little bee fly — that is a sign of spring for the world. When swallows and bees appear, spring has truly arrived.

One father can raise ten sons, but ten sons cannot feed one father. A bitter observation about filial ingratitude — parents sacrifice everything for their …

One swallow does not make a spring. A single positive sign is not enough to conclude that something good has fully arrived.

A variant of the same proverb: one swallow does not make spring. A single instance is not proof of a trend.

One mother can raise ten sons, but ten sons cannot feed one mother. Highlights the selflessness of a mother's love versus the ingratitude or inability of …

One mangy sheep infects the whole flock. One bad person or element can corrupt an entire group.

One sun is enough in the sky. There is room for only one leader or authority; too many chiefs cause conflict.

Eat bread with whatever dish you have, and do what you are told. Be content with what you have and obedient to those in authority.

It is a virtue above all virtues to hold one's tongue. Knowing when to stay silent is the greatest of virtues.

He has not even thanked his mother for her breast yet. Said of someone who is very young and inexperienced, yet acts with unwarranted confidence or ingratitude. …

No one has yet been born who could please everyone. It is impossible to satisfy everybody, so do not try.

It has never happened that an egg taught the hen. The young and inexperienced should not presume to instruct their elders.

If storks are still here by St. Michael's Day (29 September), there will be no frosts throughout December. A folk weather proverb tied to the feast of St. …

If February has not yet made you suffer, stoke the fire well and keep a thick sheepskin coat. Be prepared — the harshest cold may still be coming.

If it rains on St. Michael's Day, winter will be short-lived. A folk weather proverb.

If the birds have not flown away by St. Michael's Day, a lasting winter will not arrive before Christmas Eve. A folk weather proverb.

If there is a heatwave during haymaking and harvest, winter will be harsh and troublesome; if it is rainy, there will be much mud in winter. A folk weather …

If a north wind blows on St. Michael's Day, we should not hope for good weather. A folk weather proverb.

If it snows or rains on the feast of St. Paul, one can expect a good harvest. A folk weather and agricultural proverb.

If you go among crows, you must caw like them. When you join a group, you must conform to its customs and behaviour.

If it is warm on the feast of St. Peter, winter will last until Easter. A folk weather proverb.

If the weather is fine on St. Casimir's Day (4 March), there will be a good potato harvest. A folk agricultural proverb.

If a bee flies out of the hive in January, it rarely promises us a prosperous year. Unusual warmth in winter is not a good omen.

If St. Michael's Day brings rain, it foretells a dry spring. A folk weather proverb.

The tongue will find its way even to Kraków. If you ask, you will find your way anywhere; asking questions is the best way to navigate the unknown.