Meaning
Not everything that looks valuable or good is actually so.
Cultural Background
Often used in literature and moral tales. The concept is universal, appearing in almost every major language.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural poetic rhythm. Say it out loud to remember it better.
Meaning
Not everything that looks valuable or good is actually so.
Memorize the rhythm
The proverb has a natural poetic rhythm. Say it out loud to remember it better.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
All that glitters ____ not gold.
The subject 'all' takes the singular verb 'is' in this proverb.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesAll that glitters ____ not gold.
The subject 'all' takes the singular verb 'is' in this proverb.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, it is grammatically incorrect. Use 'is'.
Related Phrases
Don't judge a book by its cover
similarDon't judge by appearance.
Too good to be true
similarSuspiciously perfect.
