A saying is any concisely written or spoken linguistic expression that is especially memorable because of its meaning or structure.
There are a number of specific types of sayings:
Aphorism – A saying that contains a general, observational truth; "a pithy expression of wisdom or truth".
Adage, proverb, or saw – A widely known or popular aphorism that has gained its credibility by virtue of long use.
Apophthegm – "[A]n edgy, more cynical aphorism; such as, 'Men are generally more careful of the breed of their horses and dogs than of their children.'"
Adage, proverb, or saw – A widely known or popular aphorism that has gained its credibility by virtue of long use.
Apophthegm – "[A]n edgy, more cynical aphorism; such as, 'Men are generally more careful of the breed of their horses and dogs than of their children.'"
Cliché or bromide – An unoriginal and overused saying.
Platitude – A cliché unsuccessfully presented as though it were truly meaningful, original, or effective.
Platitude – A cliché unsuccessfully presented as though it were truly meaningful, original, or effective.
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