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English / proverb

Don't Count Your Chickens

MEANING IN ENGLISH

Do not assume anticipated profits or favorable outcomes until they are guaranteed

In context

01

We have submitted the lowest wholesale bid, but don't count your chickens until the tender is signed.

02

Advance sales inquiries look promising; nevertheless, seasoned traders advise that you don't count your chickens.

Synonyms

avoid premature celebration,wait for confirmation,don't jump to conclusions

Antonyms

count profits early,indulge in wishful thinking

Collocations

warn someone don't count your chickens,wise to say don't count your chickens,remember don't count your chickens

Sources

Bidyazo vocabulary library ↗