Meaning
What others have always seems better than what one possesses.
Cultural Background
In Brazil, this is often used to criticize people who are never satisfied with what they have. Similar to Brazil, it is a common way to warn against envy in small village communities.
Use it to comfort
It's a great way to tell a friend to stop worrying about others.
Meaning
What others have always seems better than what one possesses.
Use it to comfort
It's a great way to tell a friend to stop worrying about others.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
A galinha da ________ é sempre melhor.
The proverb refers to the neighbor.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA galinha da ________ é sempre melhor.
The proverb refers to the neighbor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if it is a very informal email to a close friend.
Related Phrases
Olho gordo
similarEnvy/Evil eye
Quem tem telhado de vidro
contrastPeople in glass houses
