Meaning of the word "teachers die, but books live on" in English
What does "teachers die, but books live on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
teachers die, but books live on
US /ˈtiːtʃərz daɪ bʌt bʊks lɪv ɒn/
UK /ˈtiːtʃəz daɪ bʌt bʊks lɪv ɒn/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that while individuals who impart knowledge are mortal, the knowledge and wisdom they record in writing are immortal
Example:
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Even though the great philosopher passed away centuries ago, his ideas remain because teachers die, but books live on.
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The library is a testament to the fact that teachers die, but books live on.