A2 Proverb Neutral

Del dicho al hecho, hay un buen trecho.

There's a big gap between saying and doing.

Meaning

It is easier to talk about doing something than to actually do it.

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Cultural Background

Commonly used in everyday conversation to show wisdom. Used frequently in work environments to manage expectations. Often used with a slightly cynical tone. Used in social settings to warn against over-promising.

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Use it to sound natural

Using proverbs makes you sound like a native speaker.

Meaning

It is easier to talk about doing something than to actually do it.

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Use it to sound natural

Using proverbs makes you sound like a native speaker.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

Del dicho al hecho, hay un buen _______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: trecho

The proverb uses 'trecho' to mean distance.

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Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A2

Del dicho al hecho, hay un buen _______.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: trecho

The proverb uses 'trecho' to mean distance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it is perfectly acceptable in professional emails.

Related Phrases

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Mucho ruido y pocas nueces

similar

All talk and no action.

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