Meaning
日常生活中，我們經常會遇到一些事物，它們的外觀可能並不吸引人，但它們內在可能擁有豐富的價值或潛力。例如，一本書的封面可能平淡無奇，但內容卻可能非常精彩。因此，我們應該給事物一個機會，去發掘它們真正的價值。
這句習語也常用於人際關係中。外表並不能全面代表一個人的品格或能力。我們應該透過更深入的了解來認識他人，而不是單憑第一印象來做出結論。
總之，「Don't judge a book by its cover」提醒我們在面對任何事物時，不要過於依賴表面現象，而是要多花時間去探索內在的真實。例如，你可能看到一本書的封面不夠吸引人，但內容卻可能非常精彩。同樣的道理也適用於人與人之間的交往，外表樸素的人可能擁有豐富的內涵或獨特的才能。
「Don't judge a book by its cover」經常在日常對話中使用，特別是在需要提醒他人不要過於草率地評價某事物的場合。這個習語鼓勵我們保持開放的心態，多給予他人和事物一個機會，因為外表往往不能反映真實的內在。
Example
These cupcakes were store-bought but they're delicious! I guess that saying, 'Don't judge a book by its cover', was right.
This new fruit looks a bit strange, but don't judge a book by its cover! You've gotta try it, it's mouth-watering delicious.
I know this Christmas present looks a bit small, but don't judge a book by its cover. It's what's on the inside that counts.
We have a few new employees that started today. But I'm not one to judge a book by its cover. I'm sure they are all pleasant people to work with.
Quiz
What is an Idiom
An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Idioms are not just used in conversations – they're also very common in literature, movies, and music. We utilize them to convey a message in a concise and effective manner, and often have deep cultural or historical significance. They help to create a vivid and memorable image in the minds of the audience.
Idioms are difficult because they do not mean what they literally state. Communication challenges emerge when you translate an idiom in your language; it will not make sense or if it does make sense you may miss the intended meaning.
How to Study Idioms
- Read them. Read books, newspapers, magazine articles, online articles for exposure in written material.
- Watch them. Watch TV shows and movies in English! There are so many streaming services available for you to choose from. Listen attentively and try to understand the context in which they are used.
- Use them. Talk to native speakers and try to incorporate common idioms into your conversations. Try using them during conversations with friends, family, coworkers, or through text.
- Practice. Practice. Practice. Remember that you can't learn all of them! So start with a few that you understand and build your library of idioms from there!
