Fine feathers make fine birds In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "fine feathers make fine birds", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-11 10:09

Meaning of Fine feathers make fine birds

Fine feathers make fine birds proverb

Wearing or dressed in beautiful clothing causes one to appear more attractive or visually pleasing.
 

 

Normally, none of Mary's friends praises her beauty. However, since she put on that elegant gown, they've been lavish in his praise for her appearance. It's true that fine feathers make fine birds.

Fine feathers make fine birds, so if you should mix and match your clothes to look ravishing at the party.

Origin of Fine feathers make fine birds

This proverb has been known in England since the late 19th century. It is recorded in the early 16th century in French as "les belles plumes font les beaux oiseaux ".

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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