Idioms & Expressions
No es oro todo lo que reluce
Used to caution people about appearances that can be deceiving.
Literal Meaning
Not everything that shines is gold
Actual Meaning
Not everything is as good as it seems
Examples in Context

Esa oferta suena demasiado buena; no es oro todo lo que reluce.

Ten cuidado, porque no es oro todo lo que reluce.

Helpful Tips
  • 1This expression is especially useful in discussions around temptation and caution.
  • 2The phrase finds use in various life scenarios.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
falsedad
engaño
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