Meaning of the word "example is far better than (any) precept" in English
What does "example is far better than (any) precept" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
example is far better than (any) precept
US /ɪɡˈzæmpəl ɪz fɑːr ˈbetər ðæn ˈpriːsept/
UK /ɪɡˈzɑːmpəl ɪz fɑː ˈbetə ðæn ˈpriːsept/
Idiom
it is better to show people how to behave by your own actions than by just telling them what to do
Example:
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If you want your children to be honest, remember that example is far better than precept.
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The manager always arrived early to show his team that example is far better than precept.