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Spanish · Expressions

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01 · Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando

Me ofrecieron un trabajo fijo, pero quiero esperar a ver si me llama otra empresa.

I was offered a steady job, but I want to wait and see if another company calls me.

¿Y si no te llaman? Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando.

And what if they don't call? A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.

Tienes razón. Voy a aceptar el trabajo fijo.

You're right. I'll take the steady job.

Saylumo original · usage evidence: Centro Virtual Cervantes · Refranero multilingüe: «Más vale pájaro en mano que ciento volando» · Original Saylumo content. Traditional expressions are common heritage; origins are given with stated uncertainty. · Source & license

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