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Jimmy Hung
2021-11-10 09:11
Send a sow to Minerva proverb informal
To attempt to teach someone who is brighter or more knowledgeable than oneself
Mark is trying to show Lina how to use the computer, but he doesn't know that he is sending a sow to Minerva.
Don't send a sow to Minerva! She knows more than you think.
Used to describe a person who is smart, clever or intelligent
1. Lit. Very sharp.
2. Very smart.
To teach someone about something.
The verb "send" should be conjugated according to its tense.
This phrase may come from the ridiculous image of Minerva, the goddess of wisdom, being taught by a pig.
Do you see anything wrong?
Used to describe someone who is good at persuading people to do or believe something
Jane is a fast talker. She has sold many luxurious villas since she worked here.
