古语用英语可以表达为 “ancient sayings” 或 “old proverbs”。这些词汇用来翻译那些历史悠久、流传广泛的谚语或格言,它们通常蕴含着深刻的智慧或生活经验。在不同的语境中,也可以使用以下表达:
- Ancient wisdom
- Time-honored sayings
- Traditional proverbs
- Old-timey sayings
- Proverbs from the past
例如,如果要将“勤能补拙”这个古语翻译成英语,可以说:
- Diligence can make up for one’s deficiencies.
- Hard work can compensate for one’s lack of talent.
- Diligence can fill in the gaps of one’s shortcomings.
