Meaning
这个习语通常用于以下几种情况：
例如，当你看到一个包装简单但味道极佳的餐厅时，你可以说：“Don’t judge a book by its cover”，意指不要因为外观普通而错过了美味佳肴。
总结：使用“Don’t judge a book by its cover”表达时，是在强调内在价值的重要性，鼓励人们不以貌取人。在日常生活中，我们常常会因为第一印象而对某人或某物做出判断。然而，外表并不能全面反映一个人的内心世界或事物的实际情况。一个看起来普通或者不吸引人的人或物，可能实际上非常有趣、聪明或有价值。
例如，当你遇到一个穿着朴素的人时，不要急于下结论，因为他可能是一个性格幽默、才华横溢的人。这正是“Don’t judge a book by its cover”要表达的深层含义。
使用场景：总之，“Don’t judge a book by its cover” 是提醒我们要有开放的心态，了解一个人或事物的全部，而不仅仅停留在表面。
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!
