B1 — Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
A caval donato non si guarda in bocca
Don't look a gift horse in the mouth
Literal Translation
"To a gifted horse one doesn't look in the mouth"
What it means
One should be grateful for what is given, not criticise its imperfections.
Example in context
"Sì, la casa ha bisogno di qualche riparazione, ma a caval donato non si guarda in bocca."
"Yes, the house needs some repairs, but don't look a gift horse in the mouth."
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