English / proverb
A Leopard Does Not Change Its Spots
MEANING IN ENGLISH
People cannot fundamentally change their inherent character, deep-rooted nature, or ingrained habits.
In context
01
Recognizing that a leopard does not change its spots saved him from unrealistic expectations and preserved his inner peace.
02
Instead of feeling frustrated trying to alter difficult coworkers, remember that a leopard does not change its spots and focus on your own reaction.
Synonyms
old habits die hard,inborn nature persists,nature cannot be altered
Antonyms
turn over a new leaf,complete transformation,total reformation
Collocations
prove a leopard does not change its spots,because a leopard does not change its spots,remember a leopard does not change its spots