Bedeutung
Two people working together can solve a problem more effectively.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the US, this phrase is often used to promote 'flat hierarchies' where even junior employees are encouraged to speak up. Teachers in the UK frequently use this to encourage 'peer-to-peer' learning and group projects. In software development, this is the philosophy behind 'pair programming,' where two coders work at one computer. The concept dates back to Aristotle, who argued that a crowd's collective judgment could be better than a single expert's.
Use it to be polite
If you want to correct someone's mistake without being mean, say 'Let's look at this together; two heads are better than one.' It makes it feel like a team effort.
Don't over-use it
It is a cliché. If you say it every 5 minutes, you will sound like a textbook. Save it for when you actually need help.
Bedeutung
Two people working together can solve a problem more effectively.
Use it to be polite
If you want to correct someone's mistake without being mean, say 'Let's look at this together; two heads are better than one.' It makes it feel like a team effort.
Don't over-use it
It is a cliché. If you say it every 5 minutes, you will sound like a textbook. Save it for when you actually need help.
The 'Four Eyes' trap
If your native language uses 'four eyes,' remember that in English, 'Four Eyes' is a mean slang term for someone who wears glasses. Stick to 'Two heads'!
Teste dich selbst
Complete the proverb with the correct words.
Two ______ are ______ than one.
The standard form of the proverb is 'Two heads are better than one.'
In which situation would you say 'Two heads are better than one'?
Situation: You are trying to solve a difficult puzzle and your friend offers to help.
Solving a puzzle is a mental task where teamwork is helpful.
Which sentence uses the proverb correctly?
Choose the best sentence:
The proverb is used to encourage working together, not working alone.
Fill in the missing line in the dialogue.
A: I can't find my keys anywhere! B: Let me help you look. ______.
Offering help to find something is a great context for 'Two heads are better than one.'
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
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Aufgabensammlung
4 AufgabenTwo ______ are ______ than one.
The standard form of the proverb is 'Two heads are better than one.'
Situation: You are trying to solve a difficult puzzle and your friend offers to help.
Solving a puzzle is a mental task where teamwork is helpful.
Choose the best sentence:
The proverb is used to encourage working together, not working alone.
A: I can't find my keys anywhere! B: Let me help you look. ______.
Offering help to find something is a great context for 'Two heads are better than one.'
🎉 Ergebnis: /4
Häufig gestellte Fragen
5 FragenYes, you can! People often increase the number to emphasize that even more help is better, though 'two' is the standard.
No, it's a bit too informal for a resume. Instead, use words like 'collaborative,' 'team-oriented,' or 'synergistic.'
Yes, 'heads' is used as a metaphor for the mind and the ability to think.
The proverb assumes the second person is competent. If they aren't, you might use the sarcastic version: 'Two heads are better than one, even if one is a cabbage.'
The standard proverb is 'better than one.' You are comparing the number of people, not the specific individuals.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Many hands make light work
similarA task is easier when many people help.
Too many cooks spoil the broth
contrastToo many people working on one thing can cause problems.
A second pair of eyes
similarAnother person to check for mistakes.
Brain trust
specialized formA group of experts who give advice.
