Meaning of the word "a man is judged by his deeds, not by his words" in English
What does "a man is judged by his deeds, not by his words" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a man is judged by his deeds, not by his words
US /ə mæn ɪz ʤʌʤd baɪ hɪz diːdz, nɑt baɪ hɪz wɜrdz/
UK /ə mæn ɪz ʤʌʤd baɪ hɪz diːdz, nɒt baɪ hɪz wɜːdz/
Idiom
a person's character is determined by what they do rather than what they say
Example:
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He promises to help everyone, but a man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.
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Don't just listen to his excuses; remember that a man is judged by his deeds, not by his words.